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How Old Is My Dog? 5 Ways to Tell

Samantha Randall - Jun 11, 2020

It's not uncommon to ask "How old is my dog?" But, it is virtually impossible to get an exact answer to this question. Here are some tips to help you.

What Are Dog Years (And How to Know How Old Your Pup Is)

What Are Dog Years? (And How to Know How Old Your...

Amy Downs - Jan 31, 2019

We all wonder at some point how old our dogs actually are. Everybody knows how old their pet is in human years, but that...

30 Healthiest Dog Breeds with Long Lifespans

30 Healthiest Dog Breeds with Long Lifespans

Kristina Jovellar, MSc - Oct 28, 2018

Ask any dog lover and they'll tell you that the only bad part of owning a pet is that they don't live as long...

How to Convert Dog Years to Human Years

How to Convert Dog Years to Human Years?

Top Dog Tips - Nov 18, 2015

Most people have heard that one dog year is equivalent to seven human years. This is a very oversimplified way of looking at it....

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Fecal Test for Dogs: Types, Procedures and Costs

Kelly Pebworth - Aug 9, 2020

A fecal test for dogs (stool sample) is a standard way of testing the feces content in veterinary clinics which can tell you a...

10 Dog Medication Side Effects You Shouldn’t Ignore

10 Dog Medication Side Effects You Should Never Ignore

Diana Beth Miller - Aug 8, 2020

From antibiotics to pain killers, every dog medication we give our pets has the potential for side effects. Some of those side effects are...

20 Dog Pregnancy Tips for a Successful Birth

20 Dog Pregnancy Tips for a Successful Birth

Shelly Graves - Aug 8, 2020

The arrival of puppies can be a fun and exciting time but there many things that you should know about and prepare beforehand. Below...

13 Banned Dog Breeds 2020

13 Frequently Banned Dog Breeds

James Rhys Clarke - Aug 7, 2020

Some countries and U.S. states pass breed discrimination laws now, banning owners from adopting certain dog breeds. The way these laws work can be...

8 Tips on How to Train a Dog Not to Run Away and Safely Walk Off-leash

8 Tips on How to Train a Dog Not to Run...

Patrick Lumontod - Aug 7, 2020

Having your dog run away when off-leash and then go missing is a terrifying feeling. If you have a pet that doesn't really listen, learning...

New Puppy Shopping Checklist - 22 Things You'll Need

The New Puppy Shopping Checklist

Diana Beth Miller - Aug 6, 2020

As a slightly obsessed dog-mom who has been preparing her younger brother for his first experience in dog ownership, I have spent the past...

7 Unexpected Ways You Could Be Harming Your Dog

7 Unexpected Ways You May Be Harming Your Dog

James Rhys Clarke - Aug 6, 2020

There is no question that as pet owners, we love our dogs and we try to take good care of and provide for our...

15 Things to Know About Dog Hotel Before You Leave Your Pup There

15 Things to Do Before Booking a Dog Hotel

Patrick Lumontod - Aug 5, 2020

When you're traveling and can't take your dog with you, booking a room at a dog hotel may be the best choice. Dog hotel...

Glaucoma in Dogs - The Pet Owner’s Guide

Glaucoma in Dogs: Causes, Signs, Treatment

Kelly Pebworth - Aug 5, 2020

Glaucoma in dogs is an eye disease characterized by damage to the optic nerve and peripheral vision loss which is caused by the increased...

New Puppy Checklist - 15 Things You Must Do

New Puppy Checklist: 15 Things You Must Do

Diana Beth Miller - Aug 4, 2020

Before bringing home a new puppy, there are a few things to do to make their home-coming comfortable and safe. Preparing a new puppy...

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