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5 Best Blind Dog Foundations

Guide dogs are specifically trained dogs that undergo intensive schooling to help people with visual impairment navigate the world. They assist blind people in ascertaining...
How Do I Know If My Dog Likes Daycare

How Do I Know If My Dog Likes Daycare?

The guilt of leaving your dog home alone is real, especially when you are a working pet parent! You want to always be there for...
How to Prepare Your Apartment Before Bringing Home Your First Dog

How to Have A Dog In An Apartment: How To Prepare

Dogs are wonderful pets and bring many families a lot of joy.  If you live in an apartment and want to add a furry friend to...
10 Most Addictive Free Dog Games Online (Desktop, Android, iPhone)

10 Most Addictive Online Free Dog Games

When you can't get enough dogs in real life, what's better than to play with them in online games? There are a number of online...
interesting facts about dogs

13 Interesting Facts About Dogs That Will Surprise Any Owner

No matter how much experience you have with canines, these interesting facts about dogs may end up surprising you. Did you know there is a city in the US that has a dog for a Mayor? Have you ever wondered if any dogs survived the sinking of the Titanic? Learn about these cool facts, and many more in this roundup of the most interesting facts about dogs!
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A Dog Sleeping in Bed With Their Owner: Statistics and Should You Do It?

How many dog owners have their dog sleeping in bed with them? A few months ago, a survey of 23,000 pet owners was conducted....
Top 7 Best TV Shows About Dogs Available for Streaming Right Now

7 Best TV Shows About Dogs Available for Streaming

Dog lovers usually enjoy watching television shows that feature their favorite four-legged friends. We can relate to these shows and connect with the characters. With...
Plants Toxic to Dogs and Plants Safe for Dogs - The ULTIMATE List

The Ultimate List of Toxic and Safe Plants, Seeds for Dogs

The idea of gardening when you have a dog can be daunting. Even if you do not garden but have plants around, not only...
How to Cope with Losing a Pet

How to Cope with Losing a Pet

"Get over it. It's just a dog." People probably think that dog owners are being overly emotional when grieving the loss of a pet. Well, maybe...
Dog Hiking Gear Must-Haves - What You Need When Hiking with Dogs

Dog Hiking Gear Must-Haves: What You Need When Hiking with Dogs

So you’ve decided to take your dog out for a journey in the great outdoors. There’s a three-day weekend coming up, and the weather promises...
The 15 Ways to Prepare for Last Days of Your Dying Dog

15 Ways to Spend Your Last Days With Your Dying Dog

Sooner or later, aware or unaware, you will spend your last days with your dying dog. This is a painful topic none of us dog...
Dog Cremation Cost Breakdown and Step by Step Guide

Dog Cremation Cost Breakdown and Step by Step Guide

Are you prepared for your dog's passing?  A lot of dog owners, myself included, would give a straight "no" answer to this question. Some would even...

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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...
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11 Signs Your Dog’s Diet is Causing Health Problems

Your dog may be eating enthusiastically every day, but that doesn't always mean they're healthy! As in humans, diet plays a major role in a...
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10 Muddy Yard Solutions for Dogs: Keep Your Yard Clean and...

I'm sure many dog owners with backyards can relate to this problem. High-energy dog, running around the yard, digging, and wearing down your beautifully manicured...
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How to Set Up a Home Office With a Pet Space...

For some, working from home is a gift that keeps on giving. No commute, zero prep time needed, and best of all, you get...
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How to be a Digital Nomad With a Dog

Imagine working anytime, from anywhere in the world, with your dog by your side! For many modern pet parents, that's the dream—combining remote work with...
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How to Stop Dogs From Chasing Wildlife

I'm sure every pet owner who enjoys a nice walk outside with their dogs has experienced this: Fido spots a squirrel, rabbit, or bird,...
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Build Confidence in Dogs: Weekly Training Plan for Pet Owners

How would you describe your dog? Outgoing? Vivacious? A trouble-maker? While this may be the case for some, other dogs tend to be the opposite....