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Microchip Technology Brings Dead Dog Back to His Family

Microchip Technology Brings “Dead” Dog Back to His Family

I know, it sounds like some kind of creepy hoax, but it’s actually a true story. It begins back in 2011 when Ben and...
Mother Daughter Team Splits Dog Business Into Two Sister Companies

Mother/Daughter Team Splits Dog Business Into Two Sister Companies

Being able to perform and succeed in behavioral training with canines takes a lot of knowledge, time, and patience. It takes a special person...
This Study Reveals Whether Your Dog Will Pick You Over A Stranger

This Study Reveals Whether Your Dog Will Pick You Over A Stranger

A new study has shown that dogs react to strangers and owners differently depending on the situation they've been put in. A difference has...
California Set to Ban Puppy Mill Sales to Encourage Dog Adoption

UPDATE: California Set to Ban Puppy Mill Sales to Encourage Dog Adoption

A bill banning the sale of dogs and other animals in pet stores in California effectively makes rescues and shelters the only option for...
Retiree Builds Dog Train To Take Rescued Pups For Rides

Retiree Builds “Dog Train” To Take Rescued Pups For Rides

Many people think that their most impactful years are when they are young. They raise families, help people through their jobs and by volunteering,...
57 Dogs Rescued From a Meat Market in Korea

57 Dogs Rescued From a Meat Market in South Korea

In the United States it would be a crime punishable with years of prison time, but in South Korea raising dogs for meat is...
Small Pet Food Manufacturer in Texas Ships All Around the World

Small Pet Food Manufacturer in Texas Ships All Around the World

The Texas Farm Products facility located in Nacogdoches, Texas has a much greater reach than their little community ever imagined was possible. During a...
Montreal SPCA Circulating Petition To End Permanent Dog Chaining in the Province

Montreal SPCA Circulating Petition To End Permanent Dog Chaining in the Province

The Montreal SPCA is urging all residents of Quebec, Canada to sign a petition that will end permanent chaining in the province. The petition...
Supporting Animal Welfare Groups Just Got Easier

Supporting Animal Welfare Groups Just Got Easier

Supporting animal welfare organizations usually takes time and money. Unfortunately, not many of us have the time required to commit to volunteering. The extra...
Illinois Couple Trains Award-Winning Dogs

Illinois Couple Trains Award-Winning Dogs

Agility training with canines takes a lot of time and a lot of patience. It also takes the right dog. Water agility is an...
Dog Survives Surgery After Eating 21 Pacifiers

Dog Survives Surgery After Eating 21 Pacifiers

An Oklahoma dog recently underwent a life-saving surgery after she ingested a record number of pacifiers and left her doctor stunned. Meet Dovey the...
Cancer Vaccine for Dogs Set for Clinical Trial with High Hopes

Cancer Vaccine for Dogs Set for Clinical Trial with High Hopes

Scientists are attempting to vaccinate 800 dogs, and if this potentially universal cancer cure would work in dogs, it might also work in humans. Researchers...

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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...