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

The 25 Dog Breeds At Risk for Arthritis and How to...

No one wants to see their pet in pain. For many people, pets are really just furry family members. This is why it is so...

How to Help Your Senior Dog Lose Weight

Depending on the breed, when your dog is seven years or older, he may be considered a senior.  With old age comes various issues that can...

Should I Get A Second Dog: 16 Reasons Why You Should

Caring for a dog can be a rewarding experience, but adopting a second dog when you're already caring for one is something pet owners...

7 Best TV Shows About Dogs Available for Streaming

Dog lovers usually enjoy watching television shows that feature their favorite four-legged friends. We can relate to these shows and connect with the characters. With...

How to Socialize A Dog With Humans: A Beginner’s Guide

An unsocialized dog poses the risk of becoming aggressive toward another dog, animal, or human. Dogs become aggressive due to fear. Socialization eliminates the risk of...

6 Important Tips for Long Distance Traveling with Your Dog

Traveling with your four-legged friend can sometimes be stressful if you own a dog.  Whether it is just a few hours' drives or a four-hour flight,...

Dog Constipation: 12 Ways to Prevent and Treat It

Constipation in dogs may not be as common as diarrhea, but it still happens quite often in growing canines.  As a result, it's essential to talk...

Do Dogs Sleep More In Winter Time?

Short answer: yes. A dog can sleep more during the winter. If you live somewhere with long, dark, cold winters, you have probably noticed a change...

5 Ways to Reduce Excessive Dog Shedding in Winter

During the winter, dogs grow an extra coat of fur to help insulate themselves, which gets shed in the summer. Dogs that live indoors either...

7 Best Dog House Heaters and Furnaces

Winters can be very harsh and some dogs shouldn’t spend entire day outside in cold temperatures. But if your dog enjoys sleeping outside, it...

Dog Hiking Gear Must-Haves: What You Need When Hiking with Dogs

So you’ve decided to take your dog out for a journey in the great outdoors. There’s a three-day weekend coming up, and the weather promises...

Top 6 Best Winter Hats for Dogs

When you head out into the cold winter air, what do you put on? I bet you make sure to grab a warm hat before...

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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...
Can I Afford A Dog

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...
Why Are Dogs So Loyal?

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.
Why Do Pets Make Us Happy?

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...