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How To Tell If Your Dog Has A Cold

What Is a Dog’s Normal Temperature?

Whenever you suspect your pooch being sick, you probably start to wonder, what is a dog’s normal temperature and when does it mean they...
What to Do If a Dog Eats Rat Poison

What to Do If a Dog Eats Rat Poison

Rat or mouse poison is a very common substance used for getting rid of rodents in homes or backyards. It is very efficient in...
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Why Does My Dog Stink? 12 Reasons Why and What to Do

The phrase “something smells like a wet dog” is commonly used in describing nasty smells. And when your dog has a bad odor, you are...
Dog Going Blind - What to Do and How to Prepare

Dog Going Blind: How to Adjust and Help Your Blind Pet

If you suspect your dog is going blind, it's likely to be a difficult transition for you. However, remember that most dogs cope with this...
How To Clean Dog's Eyes

How to Clean Dog’s Eyes: Quick Tips and Tricks

Whether your dog has tear stains or just boogers on the eyes, it's important for dog owners to learn how to clean dog's eyes. Here's my quick guide.
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Natural Treatment For Cataracts In Dogs

Natural dog cataract treatments are one of the cheaper options for curing cataracts. These natural remedies for cataracts in dogs are accessed easily and conducted...
The 7 Best Dog Daycare Alternatives for Any Occasion

The 7 Best Dog Daycare Alternatives for Any Occasion

Personally, I don't like the idea of leaving my dog behind, but sometimes it is impossible not to.  Whether you are planning a vacation or...
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How to Train a Rescue Dog: 7 Actionable Steps

About 5.8 million pets entered shelters and rescue centers in the United States in 2024. 4.2 million of them had been adopted into loving...
Best Obedience School for Dogs in the US

Best Obedience School for Dogs in the US & How to Pick One

Whether you've just recently decided add another family member to you home or have had your puppy for a little while now, a smart next step would...
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Understanding Your Dog’s Body Language

Every dog owner at least once has wondered what would their dogs say if they could talk. Unfortunately, even though scientists have already started...
Best Dog Booties for Snow to Keep Your Dog Warm in Winter

Best Dog Booties for Snow to Keep Your Dog Safe in Winter

We are rapidly approaching the middle of winter, and the weather channels are saying that this is possibly one of the coldest winters in...
Adopting a Second Dog

8 Tips on Adopting A Second Dog (Do It Right)

In our family, dogs are like potato chips - you can't have just one. Typically, we always have two dogs. Every once in a...

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What Seasonings Can Dogs Have? 11 Safe Herbs and Spices for...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: When considering what seasonings dogs can have, plain and minimal is usually the safest approach. You can use basil, parsley, rosemary, thyme,...
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Visiting a Pumpkin Patch With Dogs: 12 Tips for a Fun...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: When visiting a pumpkin patch, find a genuinely dog-friendly farm, consider your dog's temperament, bring the right supplies, keep them leashed, watch...
Fun Halloween Activity for Dogs: Doggy Playdates in Costume

110 Best Dog Halloween Costumes

Halloween is just around the corner, and that can only mean one thing: Halloween costumes for dogs! In this article, we have compiled a huge...
Tailgating with Dogs: Should You Bring Them With You?

Tailgating with Dogs: 12 Tips for a Safe and Fun Game...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: When tailgating with dogs, make sure to pack their essentials, including dog treats, water, comfort items. Keep them on leash, and setup...
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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...