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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.

How to Overcome Fear of Dogs: Cynophobia in Adults and Children

Do you get nervous around dogs? Have you been wondering how to overcome fear of dogs? You're not alone. With the growing pet population,...

Does My Dog Eat Grass Because He Needs To or Likes...

All of our dogs love to eat grass, and many of us have asked ourselves more than once, "does my dog eat grass because...

How to Go Backpacking with Dogs

The cool mountain air ruffles your hair as you stare out over a serene lake, autumn colors reflected in the still water. The song...

Service Dog Gear Must-Haves: What’s Most Important for Owners?

Pet owners can often be heard exclaiming, “I couldn’t live without my dog.” Indeed, many of us could not imagine life without our animals....

7 DIY Dog Bed Project Ideas and Guides

From Pomeranian princess to burly Bulldogs, one thing all dogs have in common is a need to snooze. Some of them do it stretched...

How to Stop Dog Begging Behavior

Those big, round eyes, that adorable cocked head, the forlorn little whimpers... it’s hard to resist a dog who’s begging for scraps, but learning...

Why Won’t My Dog Eat? Here’s Why Dogs May Refuse Food

It can be very distressing for both owner and dog when food is left uneaten. If you've been wondering, "Why won't my dog eat?",...

Cooked Bones for Dogs May Not Be a Good Idea

Sometimes, when a pair of pleading eyes are gazing up as you tuck in to your dinner, it can be tempting to give your...

Dog Vaccination Schedule (and what shots do puppies need)

A new puppy is bound to be inquisitive and stick his wet nose in places it doesn’t belong! That is why it is really...

How to Get a Puppy to Stop Barking

Is your puppy barking mad? If so, take solace in knowing that it is completely natural and normal behavior. Still, it's extremely frustrating to...

How to Get Dog Urine Smell Out of Carpet

Accidents happen to the best of us and the same goes for our pets. When your dog has an accident in the house, you...

How to Get Your Dog to Take Pills?

We all want to keep our dogs healthy and make sure their take their pet supplements. However, more often than not, our pets will give us a hard time...

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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.

Dog Names Starting With Z

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...