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What Drives People to Poison Dogs

What Drives People to Poison Dogs?

Greater Manchester in Northern England has seen several cases of poisoning during the summer. A common theme has been bags of chicken being mixed...
Blood Sugar Detection Dog Saves Child’s Life

Blood Sugar Detection Dog Saves Child’s Life

Diabetic alert dog saved a young boy when monitors couldn't detect low blood sugar in time. When Luke Nuttall was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes...
Cycle Dog is an Earth Friendly Pet Company

Cycle Dog is an Earth Friendly Pet Company

Lots of people like riding bicycles and lots of people like dogs, so why not combine the two to create a very unique business?...
Twigo Dog Tags Are Drawing Attention to National Pet ID Week

Twigo Tags Are Drawing Attention to National Pet ID Week

The instant terror that a dog owner feels when they look out into the yard and realize their beloved pet is missing cannot be...
This Fence Extension System Helps Stop Jumpers

A Fence Extension System Helps Stop Dog Jumpers and Climbers

If you’ve got a dog that is a master at escaping, you can understand the frustration of owners who have tried many different options...
Have You Considered Planting a Dog-Safe Garden

Have You Considered Planting a Dog-Safe Garden?

With summer in full swing, many dog owners are spending hours on evenings and weekends working in their gardens or weeding their flower beds....
Scratch-and-Sniff Isn't Just For Kids Anymore

Scratch-and-Sniff Isn’t Just For Kids Anymore

Did you ever use a scratch-and-sniff book as a child? They are a lot of fun! So fun in fact, that companies that manufacture...
Georgia Looking to Adopt Canine Mascot

Georgia Looking to Adopt Canine Mascot

Lawmakers in Georgia are kind of known for creating official state designations. They’ve named the brown thrasher as the official state bird and the...
Big Lots Adds a New Line of Dog Products From the AKC to Their Shelves

Big Lots Expands With a New AKC Approved Line of Dog Products

Big Lots, a Columbus-based discount and closeout retailer, launched AKC Select last month. It is a line of pet products that features the American...
Study Shows Kids With Dogs Are Less Stressed

Study Shows Kids With Dogs Are Less Stressed

According to the latest research, pet dogs help kids feel less stressed, and provide healthy social support when stress arises. If you're still on the...
Russia Releases Dog Armor After French Police Dog Killed in ISIS Raid

Russia Releases Dog Armor After French Police Dog Killed in ISIS Raid

The entire world suffered when the city of Paris was shut down by recent terrorist attacks. Countries around the world rallied to support France....
Made in the USA Jerky Treats May Not Be Safe

Made in the USA Jerky Treats May Not Be Safe

Many dog owners have become leery of feeding their pets jerky treats due to all the illnesses and deaths that have been linked to...

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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...