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Depression in Dogs - Symptoms, Causes and Treatments

Depression in Dogs: Symptoms, Causes and Treatments

Kelly Pebworth, VT - Apr 18, 2019

Depression is often a misunderstood illness. It is no surprise then that many people think that this problem is reserved for humans and that...

5 Ways Your Smartphone Addiction Is Negatively Affecting Your Dog

5 Ways Your Smartphone Addiction Is Negatively Affecting Your Dog

Shelly Graves - Nov 3, 2018

Experts have not been lacking in warning us of the negative health implications of our smartphone addiction. But most of us will not be...

Dog Isn't Playful Anymore - What Could Be the Problem

Dog Isn’t Playful Anymore: What Could Be the Problem?

Latasha Doyle - Jun 8, 2018

Even though some dogs are more playful (and friendlier) than others due to breed factors, it is in most dogs’ nature to enjoy playing...

10 Ways to Relieve Boredom in Dogs

10 Ways to Relieve Boredom in Dogs

Latasha Doyle - May 17, 2018

Recent studies found that boredom in canines is very real, and it's more dangerous than one might assume. Research demonstrated the negative effects of...

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How to Do CPR on a Dog

How to Do CPR On a Dog

Patrick Lumontod - May 27, 2020

Doing CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) is something we’ve all seen performed many times in movies and TV, but it's actually harder than it looks. When...

Top 35 Unique Summer Adventures to Have with Your Dog

35 Summer Adventures for Dog Owners

Diana Beth Miller - May 26, 2020

Summer is the perfect time to take time off work and head out for an adventure! While many dog owners don’t think to take...

20 Dog Walking and Sitting Horror Stories

20 Crazy Dog Sitting Horror Stories

Rachael Leanny - May 25, 2020

Using pet sitting or dog walking services done by professionals or simply asking friends to take your pet for a few days is a...

Science-based Canine Athlete Nutrition - How to Feed Athletic Dogs

The Science-based Guide for Feeding Athletic Dogs

Dana Brown, DVM - May 24, 2020

The aim of an appropriate nutritional plan for athletic dogs is to maximize performance and minimize the occurrence of injuries. To assess the best...

The Guide to Water Intoxication in Dogs

The Guide to Water Intoxication in Dogs

Diana Beth Miller - May 23, 2020

Water intoxication in dogs is what happens when your pet consumes excess water. This can be from playing in the pool or biting on...

slowest dog breeds

25 Slowest Dog Breeds

Amy Downs - May 22, 2020

When adopting a dog that's going to be right for your personal lifestyle, the dog's athletic ability and energy levels are a very important...

The Best Fitness Tracker for Dogs

The Best Fitness Trackers for Dogs

Diana Beth Miller - May 21, 2020

Fitness trackers aren’t just for humans anymore. Pet technology continues to evolve, which helps dog owners to monitor their pets, take better care of...

Best Cheap Ways to Prevent Most Common Health Issues in Dogs

15 Cheap Ways to Prevent Common Health Issues in Dogs

Diana Beth Miller - May 20, 2020

Maintaining healthy habits is the best way to keep your dog from becoming ill. Using the below tips and doing your best to prevent...

9 Tips for Running with Dogs

James Rhys Clarke - May 20, 2020

Running can be a great pastime for dogs, not to mention that you and your dog get to spend time and bond together. However,...

Understanding The Science and Psychology of Dog Language

The Science and Psychology of Dog Language

Diane Fisher, PhD - May 17, 2020

Nearly all dog owners talk to their pets, but how much meaning do the dogs absorb? Certainly dogs understand how to follow commands we’ve...

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