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Bald is Beautiful, Even If You're a Homeless Pooch

Bald is Beautiful, Even If You’re a Homeless Pooch!

I don't know about you, but I think we have become too "hair-orientated' as a society. We spend scads of cash cutting, dyeing and...
Can You Install A Dog Door In A Sliding Glass Door

Can You Install A Dog Door In A Sliding Glass Door?

We have three dogs, and one of them is always on the wrong side of the door. Thankfully, we also have children who actually...
DentaDish

DentaDish – the Bowl that Feeds Dogs While Cleaning Their Teeth!

This new doggy bowl brushes teeth and prevents overeating at the same time. The DentaDish is a new doggy bowl on the market that...
Skilled Dog Plows Fields, Maintains Farm

Skilled Dog Plows Fields, Maintains Farm

Incredibly talented dog in Russia helps owner plow fields, fetch water, harvest crops, and more. There is a dog out there who has been trained...
Study Confirms That Dogs From Bad Breeders Have Bad Personalities

Research Confirms That Dogs from Puppy Mills Have Serious Behavioral Problems

New research finds that dogs who come from irresponsible breeders tend to be more aggressive, more fearful of other dogs, and more anxious than...
Bride Uses Puppy Bouquets to Raise Adoption Awareness

Bride Uses Puppy Bouquets to Raise Adoption Awareness

A young woman used homeless puppies as bouquets for her wedding instead of flowers in order to get more dogs adopted. On September 9th, Samantha...
Dog Who Saved Soldiers’ Lives from the Taliban Gets Military’s Highest Award

Dog Who Saved Soldiers’ Lives from the Taliban Gets Military’s Highest Award

A British Special Forces dog is being awarded the highest honor possible after heroically saving lives and protecting soldiers from Taliban attack. Mali, an...
“Project Good Dog” Helps Heal Prisoners and Get Dogs Adopted

“Project Good Dog” Helps Heal Prisoners and Get Dogs Adopted

A Massachusetts prison participates in a project which matches troubled shelter dogs with prisoners who train them – and the results are incredible. In...
New Study Shows Your Active Dog Needs a Specialized Diet

Study: Your Active Dog Needs a Specialized Diet

Owners of very active, working dogs need a special diet for their pet to support the body during exercise. Scientists found that many working...

Research Shows Dogs Have Their Favorite Scent – It’s the Owner’s Smell

Scientists found that dogs experience the feelings of pleasure that in the dog's brain is associated with the owner's scent. A dog's love for its...
New Jersey Bill Plans to License Dog Trainers

New Jersey Bill to Require Dog Trainers to be Licensed

Two New Jersey lawmakers have submitted a bill that may soon require dog trainers to get a license before they can work. Were you thinking...
Person Tied a Terrified Dog to a Tree and Left Him There to Die

A Person Tied a Terrified Dog to a Tree and Left Him There to...

A dog left tied to a tree near an animal shelter was found to have an out-of-date microchip. The RSPCA is on the lookout...

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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...