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Grab the Tissues for This Dog Rescue Video

Grab the Tissues for This Dog Rescue Video

She was found in the trash, used for breeding and bait, but her recovery is unbelievable! Penny is a dog that was rescued by a...
TickChek is Helping Pet Owners in High-Risk Areas

TickChek is Helping Pet Owners in High-Risk Areas

One of the most common issues that arise for pet owners in the spring time is the infestation of ticks that always comes with...
A London Pet Parlor Launches Doggy Gelato

A London Pet Parlor Launches Doggy Gelato

Even dogs need to cool down in the summertime and what better way to cool off than with a delicious frozen treat? One pet...
FDA Warns Flea and Tick Meds Can Cause Seizures in Dogs

FDA Warns Flea and Tick Meds Can Cause Seizures in Dogs

Weaker dogs with a history of epilepsy are susceptible to the strong side effects of chemicals in flea and tick medication, and may go...
Pooch on Hooch Gets Busted For DUI

Pooch on Hooch Gets Busted For DUI

Just when you think you’ve heard every excuse in the book…on Wednesday, October 7th at about 7:45 p.m. a DUI suspect gave Manatee County,...
Get a Professional Portrait of Your Pet and Donate to Charity at the Same Time

Get a Professional Portrait of Your Pet and Donate to Charity at the Same...

In my opinion, the best companies are the ones that give back to their communities. The residents of the Oak Forrest neighborhood of Houston,...
Police Dispatcher Adopts Dog After Owner Dies

Police Dispatcher Adopts Dog After Owner Dies

Lynn Willett’s job as a police dispatcher has put her in some very interesting situations. Her job is to send help to strangers when...
Your Dog Makes Your Life Better Science Says

Your Dog Makes Your Life Better, Science Says

Numerous studies conducted in recent years show that dog owners have overall better health and well-being than people without dogs. Owning a dog gives...
service dog saves owner from house fire by licking her face

Service Dog Saves Owner From House Fire by Licking Her Face

On March 24, 2023, 19-year-old vet student Melody Chan woke up from a house fire after her dog licked her face and pulled her...
Dog Food Recalled Due to Possible Salmonella Contamination

Dog Food Recalled Due to Possible Salmonella Contamination

Amidst what seems to be an endless sea of dog product recalls lately, OC Raw Dog of Rancho Santa Margarita, California announced this week that...
Stress Doesn’t Change Performance of Search and Rescue Dogs

Why Search and Rescue Dogs Are Not Affected By Travel Stress

Search and rescue dogs experience significant travel stress while flying to disaster sites, but quickly get over it in order to perform their jobs. Dog...
What Is This 'Pet Detective' Doing to Help Dog Owners

What Is This ‘Pet Detective’ Doing to Help Dog Owners?

This is a case of the runaway dog that went missing from his owner since the fall of 2014. He was practically uncatchable. Each...

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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...