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What Drives People to Poison Dogs?

Greater Manchester in Northern England has seen several cases of poisoning during the summer. A common theme has been bags of chicken being mixed...

Supermarkets and Pet Shops in Venezuela Struggle To Keep Shelves Stocked

An economic crisis in Venezuela is making it hard for pet stores, department stores and grocery stores to keep their shelves stocked with pet...

Sunday’s Recap: Sustainability in the Pet Industry

Good Sunday morning, readers! I hope you enjoyed your week as much as I did. Hopefully you caught my column last week. I talked...

Let’s Talk: Confusion About Negative Reinforcement During Dog Training

Good morning, readers, and happy Wednesday! I hope you're enjoying your week so far and that you had time to catch my column last...

Tennis Ball Smartphone Attachment Makes Taking Selfies With Your Dog Simple

Taking selfies with your dog can be challenging. He never looks at the camera when you want him to and just when you think...

Op-ed: True Confession – I Gave My Sister a Wolfdog Hybrid

Evidence indicates that the domestication of wolves began between 10,000 and 100,000 years ago. This was the beginning of the genetic split between wolves...

Sunday’s Recap: 9 Blogs for Dog Lovers

It's Sunday again, and you know what that means - time for my Sunday Recap. Did you have time to catch my column last week?...

Recall Command Basics and How to Teach It To Your Dog

There is nothing more rewarding than training your dog. Well, perhaps there are some things, but training’s way up there on the list. Although...

Pet Accessories Startup Looking to Raise $380,000

Based in the London borough of Barnet, Love Thy Mutt is a pet accessories startup that is looking to raise £250,000 – the equivalent...

Unusual Dog Ban Launched in China District

Earlier this month what has become known by residents as “the cruelest dog ban” was issued in China by the local government of a...

Why Some Dogs Dislike Men and What To Do About It

Some dogs have a problem with men. That’s the long and short of it. As a guy, this isn’t something to take personally, but...

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,...

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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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How to Bathe a Dog That Hates Water: Follow These 8...

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How Often Should I Take My Dog to the Vet?

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11 Signs Your Dog’s Diet is Causing Health Problems

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For some, working from home is a gift that keeps on giving. No commute, zero prep time needed, and best of all, you get...
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How to be a Digital Nomad With a Dog

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How to Stop Dogs From Chasing Wildlife

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Build Confidence in Dogs: Weekly Training Plan for Pet Owners

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