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Self-Warming Dog Bed - What is It and Does Your Dog Need One

Self-Warming Dog Bed: What is It and Does Your Dog Need...

Shealee Norris - Jan 14, 2019

You’ve likely run across the self-warming dog bed while shopping for other items for your pup, particularly among winter dog supplies (even though it's...

What to Do If Your Dog Pulled a Muscle

What to Do If Your Dog Pulled a Muscle

Shealee Norris - Dec 26, 2018

Dogs are highly active animals, and their skeleton and muscles are subject to considerable stress. Muscle injuries usually arise as a result of sudden...

The 8 Ways to Prevent Injuries in Dogs

8 Ways to Prevent Injuries in Dogs

James Rhys Clarke - Jan 30, 2018

Dogs are naturally very curious animals and they are always full of energy. Dogs enjoy running, playing and exploring, which often results in mischief. It's...

The Best Dog Treadmill Choices for Exercise and Recovery

Top 11 Best Dog Treadmill Choices for Exercise and Recovery

Dom Naish - Aug 25, 2017

The idea of a doggy treadmill may sound a little silly, but there are a lot of reasons to invest in one and many...

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The 25 Best Dogs for Small Apartments

25 Best Dog Breeds for Small Apartments

James Rhys Clarke - Feb 17, 2019

If you’re considering to welcome a new furry addition to your family, there are many things to consider including the dog's temperament, energy levels...

4 Heart Problems in Dogs - Causes, Symptoms and Treatments

4 Heart Problems in Dogs: Causes, Symptoms and Treatments

Kelli Pechal, VT - Feb 16, 2019

Dogs can suffer from a variety of heart problems, just like humans. In fact, it is estimated that 10% of all dogs in the...

Heated Dog Blankets and Beds - Are They Useful and Safe for Our Pets

Heated Dog Blankets and Beds: Are They Useful and Safe for...

Rachel Garner - Feb 15, 2019

Despite all the fluff and fur, pets may need help keeping warm, particularly during the colder seasons. While heated dog blankets can come with hazards,...

Breathing Problems in Dogs - What It Means and How to Fix It

Breathing Problems in Dogs: How to Spot Them and What to...

Kelli Pechal, VT - Feb 13, 2019

Numerous dog breathing problems can present a life-threatening situation and a quick reaction on the owner's part is often necessary. Respiratory problems can be...

Lifelong Dog Care Costs Explained

Lifelong Dog Care Costs Explained

Diana Beth Miller - Feb 12, 2019

Aspiring dog owners often underestimate the cost of dog ownership over a lifetime, sometimes either focusing only on monthly or yearly costs, or overlooking...

5 Signs of Dog Anal Glands Problems (And What to Do)

5 Signs of Dog Anal Glands Problems (And What to Do)

Kelli Pechal, VT - Feb 11, 2019

While dog anal glands problems are usually not life-threatening, with the exception of anal gland cancer, they are relatively common and can affect your dog’s...

Disaster Preparedness - Are You and Your Pet Prepared

Disaster Preparedness: Are You and Your Pet Prepared?

Latasha Doyle - Feb 9, 2019

Disaster preparedness is something that many of us don’t think about until it’s too late. In light of the devastating natural disasters we have...

Top 16 Commands You Must Teach Your Dog After Adopting

16 Commands You Must Teach Your Dog After Adopting

Patrick Lumontod - Feb 8, 2019

You’ve made an excellent decision to adopt a homeless dog from your local animal shelter. However, when adopting a dog with an unknown history,...

A Dog for Personal Protection - 6 Things You Must Consider First

A Dog for Personal Protection: 6 Things You Must Consider First

Patrick Lumontod - Feb 7, 2019

We adopt dogs for many reasons: we may want companionship, a jogging partner, or someone else to take care of; we may be looking...

AKC Canine Good Citizen Certification - Everything You Need to Know

Canine Good Citizen Certification: Everything You Need to Know

Diana Beth Miller - Feb 6, 2019

The AKC Canine Good Citizen program provides a solid foundation of behavioral training for your dog, but it also comes with some unexpected additional...

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