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How to Install a Dog Door at Home for Pets

How to Install a Dog Door at Home

Installing a dog door is a fantastic way to give your pet freedom and exercise, and give yourself a break from playing the doorman. Learning...
How to check a dogs vital signs

How to Check a Dog’s Vital Signs

Knowing how to check a dog's vital signs is something EVERY pet owner should know. Not only should you learn it, you should practice it often,
Seeing Eye Dog Adoption

Seeing Eye Dog Adoption: Everything You Must Know First

Seeing eye dogs are the elite of the canine world - bred and trained to give independence to the blind and visually impaired. While many...
FAQ: 23 Questions to Ask Before Buying a Dog Food Container

FAQ: 23 Questions to Ask Before Buying a Dog Food Container

Buying dog food containers might seem like a simple task, but if you’re like me and put a little too much thought into everything,...

TOP #57: How to Get Started in Dog Shows

Have you ever considered showing your dog? In this podcast episode, we were lucky to have Gail Miller Bisher of Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show who provided many tips on how to get started in dog shows and more.
6 Ways to Tell If You and Your Adopted Dog Are a Perfect Match

6 Ways to Tell If You and Your Adopted Dog Are a Perfect Match

If you’re planning to adopt a dog, here are a few tips that will help you detect if you’re perfect for each other. Adopting a...
How to Get Your Pets Book Published

TOP #80: How to Get Your Pets Book Published

If you have an idea for a book about pets, and maybe even written it already, the work is not over yet. Here's how to get your book into readers' hands.
how to get rid of fleas on puppies

How to Get Rid of Fleas on Puppies

It can be especially difficult to get rid of fleas from young dogs. Here are my best tips on how to get rid of fleas on puppies and keep them away.
Your Dog Bit Another Dog - Here Are Your Next Steps

Your Dog Bit Another Dog? 7 Steps You Must Follow After the Incident

You're in a dog park, and your pooch is playing with another dog. All of a sudden, the situation escalates and they start fighting....
natural remedies for pink eye dogs

Natural Remedies for Pink Eye in Dogs

For many dog owners, having to face eye problems can be expensive and problematic. Many dogs suffering from eye problems can be rather obvious,...
dog injection

How To Give A Dog Injectable Medication

https://youtu.be/BoEIDlXaFiM There comes a time in every dog's life when they need to take some medication, which means you may need to give your dog...
how to check a dog's pulse

How To Check A Dog’s Pulse

When you're first learning how to check your pet's pulse, do it several times. Take your dog's pulse when you return home from a walk, after a game of fetch, when he first wakes up in the morning and check it during periods of rest throughout the day. This will give you a good idea of your dog's resting and active heart rates.

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How to Prepare Your Dog for Back-to-School: 12 Tips for an...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Prepare your dog for back-to-school at least one or two weeks before. Adjust their routine gradually, set up a comfortable space or corner...
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Crate and Rotate: What It Is and How to Do It...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: The crate-and-rotate method is a management strategy dog owners can use when dogs cannot be safely together due to aggression, resource guarding,...
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BBQ Safety for Dogs: How to Keep Your Dog Safe at...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Some BBQ safety tips for dogs include keeping them away from the hot grill, grease, charcoal, and lighter fluid; being mindful of...

10 Beach Safety Tips for Dogs + Beach Hazards to Watch...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Some of the beach safety tips for dogs pet owners must follow include bringing plenty of fresh, clean water, providing dogs with...
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How to Keep Dogs Entertained While Home Alone

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Boredom in dogs can lead to anxiety and behavior problems; keep dogs entertained while home alone by using interactive toys with different...
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How to Stop a Dog Fight at Home: A Guide for...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: To stop a dog fight at home, DO NOT place your hands in front of the fight. Instead, create a distraction using...
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How to Train a Dog to Use a Bell for Potty...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Start by introducing the bell and letting the dog get familiar with it until they become more confident touching it with their...
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Why Dogs Mirror Their Owner’s Energy and Personality (Science Explained!)

Calm dogs often have calm owners. Energetic dogs have energetic owners. I don't know if you have noticed, but this seems to be the case...
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How to Bathe a Dog That Hates Water: Follow These 8...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: To bathe a dog that hates water, first, choose the best location, whether outdoors or in the sink. Brush their coat first...
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How Often Should I Take My Dog to the Vet?

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Puppies up to 12 months should be taken to the vet every 3 to 4 weeks for their initial vaccines, while adult...