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Herding Dog Survives Wildfires After Refusing To Leave Goats Behind

Herding Dog Survives Wildfires After Refusing to Leave Goats Behind

A brave goat-herding dog named Odin stuck by the livestock he guarded and managed to survive the California wildfires. On October 9th, Roland Tembo...
If Your Children Aren't Doing This, They Should Be

If Your Children Aren’t Doing This, They Should Be!

These pictures are good examples of kids playing safely with dogs, but don't just look at the pictures! If your child doesn't know how...
New Technology Helps Us Understand What Dogs Are Trying to Tell Us

New Technology Helps Us Understand What Dogs Are Trying to Tell Us

There have been a lot of companies jumping in the pool of pet communication lately, but Voyce is definitely standing out. They have created...
Pet Accessories Startup Looking to Raise $380,000

Pet Accessories Startup Looking to Raise $380,000

Based in the London borough of Barnet, Love Thy Mutt is a pet accessories startup that is looking to raise £250,000 – the equivalent...
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18th Annual Surf Dog Surf-A-Thon Competition Result

SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA—Fifty adorable sur-fur dogs competed in the Helen Woodward Animal Center's 18th Annual Dog Surf Surf-A-Thon competition held at the Del Mar...
New Company Releases Product to Prevent Dogs From Peeing on Trees

New Company Releases Product to Prevent Dogs From Peeing on Trees

Dog urine is extremely acidic, and that acid isn't good for the trees and plants that dogs urinate on. In many cities, you will...
Alabama Humane Society Kicks Off 'Selfie September'

Alabama Humane Society Kicks Off ‘Selfie September’

Due to overbreeding and irresponsible breeding, there are more dogs in local shelters and rescues than ever before. Many families love to adopt an...
Many Dogs Are Freezing to Death Outside This Year

Many Dogs Are Freezing to Death Outside This Year

Dogs are being found frozen outside nationwide, and the law is finally cracking down on people for their cruelty. This past month has seen...
Does Growing Up With a Dog Reduce A Child's Risk of Developing Asthma

Does Growing Up With a Dog Reduce A Child’s Risk of Developing Asthma?

Having a family dog is great for children. Well, actually, it’s great for everyone in the home, but I’m a little biased. Growing up...
Dogs Can Now Call 911 For Emergencies

Dogs Can Now Call 911 for Emergencies

Thanks to newly developed technology, your dog can now dial 911 to get help with a medical emergency. Melody Jackson, associate professor and director...
Lion Dog Reunited With Owner After Legal Debacle

Lion Dog Reunited With Owner After Legal Debacle

In case you haven't been following the news of this ongoing drama, "Charles the Monarch" a Labradoodle that was shaved down to look like...
Brain Scans Can Help Choose Better Service Dog Candidates

Brain Scans Can Help Us Choose Better Service Dog Candidates

Scientists have discovered that scanning the brains of potential service dogs can help identify those dogs which would ultimately fail service dog training. People...

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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...
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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...