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Camden Savage is a Phoenix based writer, vegan, cupcake addict and dog lover. Years in the animal rescue trenches have taught her every aspect of dog ownership from behavioral problems, personality and breed specific trait differences of all dogs.

Sweet Pup Planned a Surprise Playdate for Her Human

This dog wanted so badly to spend time with her human that she set up an elaborate plan for a playdate together. Every day, the...

This Poor Dog Became Homeless After Owners Had a Baby

People have many reasons for abandoning or giving up a dog but this one might just rile up your feelings for some pet owners. Nicki...

Pit Bull With Odd Nose Finally Finds a Forever Family

Clefford is a special needs dog because he was born with a cleft palate.  The human who adopted him only see the dog as...

Pit Bull Siblings Were Muzzled with Hair Bands and Abandoned

A maintenance man did not expect to find abandoned puppies in the apartment complex he manages. Worse, he could not imagine how someone would...

Protect Your Dogs from Toxic Blue-Green Algae

Some public areas in Florida have already closed and several dogs have landed in the hospital because of blue-green algae poisoning. Florida has been on...

New Jersey Bill to Require Dog Trainers to be Licensed

Two New Jersey lawmakers have submitted a bill that may soon require dog trainers to get a license before they can work. Were you thinking...

U.S. House Votes to Ban Killing, Eating of Dogs and Cats

This is a big win for pets and pet owners in America. The question is, now, when will the rest of the world follow? Democrats...

Girl Tricked Her Mom Into Adopting a Dog As If It...

This girl conned her mother into getting a dog and her funny story has gone viral. Kelsey Johnstone, 21, has been looking to adopt another...

A Timeline of How and Why Beagles Were Used in Lab...

Animal cruelty and abuse of laboratory dogs is nothing new for pet owners aware of these problems, but did you know that beagles are...

How Dog Shows May Incite Puppy Mill Cruelty

There's an argument to be made that televised dog shows are for marketing purposes and they may be a partial cause of cruelty through...

Ground Scratching: Why Dogs Do It After Bathroom Breaks

Here’s the reason behind our dogs’ strange behavior after taking bathroom breaks. Is your dog a scratcher? Does he scuff the ground or sometimes kick...

Dogs and Cats Appreciate a Head Scratch Differently

Science explains the interesting reasons dogs and cats love a head scratch, and why they enjoy it differently. Most dogs love a good head...

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4 Tips & Tricks for Navigating Peak Flea and Tick Season

Here it comes... the dreaded peak flea and tick season. For us pet owners, while we love those sunny beach trips and walking in the...
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Have Pet, Will Travel: Guide to Spring or Summer Trips with...

In Partnership with Merck Animal Health In my opinion, there's no better time to travel with your pet than in either spring or summer. The weather's...
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Can I Afford A Dog?

Owning a pet is expensive. It’s more than just planning for food and toys. If you’ve been asking yourself, can I afford a dog, here is everything you need to know. A big part of being a responsible pet owner is preparing for the endeavor financially. Creating a consistent budget can help you plan for routine expenses like food, treats and toys, as well as unexpected expenses like vet visits in the event of an emergency. Asking the question can I afford a dog is a very responsible thing to do. Many pet owners don’t plan a budget before adopting a dog, and that can get you into a lot of trouble.
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How to Get Rid of a Dog: The Right Way

Are you faced with the challenging decision of how to let go of your furry companion? We understand that circumstances change. And even...
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Why Are Dogs So Loyal?

One of the best qualities of our canine companions is their unwavering loyalty. Why are dogs so loyal? There are amazing stories about the unmatched loyalty of dogs - dogs that have sat on their owner’s graves, waited patiently for months for their owners to return from war and even stories of dogs walking thousands of miles to reunite with their masters.
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Why Do Pets Make Us Happy?

Nothing beats the feeling of seeing a happy dog or friendly cat come running over to you looking for a pat on the head or a scratch behind the ears. Why do pets make us happy? Pets do a lot more than just keep us company. The unconditional love that they provide us with is priceless and incomparable to any love that we get other humans.

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Are you looking for dog names starting with Z? Well, you're in the right place! Getting a new pup would mean preparing for a new set...
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How Many Dogs Are Too Many?

We've all been there. Pet owners of one dog think, "Maybe I should get one more." Then, once you get the second dog, you'll...
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Can Dogs Get Sick From Humans?

If you have been caring for dogs for quite a while now, you must have known we can get sick from them. Rabies, giardia—name...
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Dandie Dinmont Terrier Breed Profile

Not a lot of people know about this breed, but the Dandie Dinmont Terrier is not something you should ignore when you chance upon...