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Rachael Leanny

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Rachael is a writer living in Los Angeles and an alum of UNC Chapel Hill. She has been a pet owner since the age of three and began dog-walking in 2015. Her nine-year-old Pug and best pal, Ellie, is the queen of sassy faces, marathon naps, and begging.

Slipped Disc in Dogs: Causes and Treatment

The most common reason for the appearance of paralysis in dogs is the intervertebral disc herniation or so-called slipped disc in dogs. Like people,...

How to Feed a Pregnant Dog

During a healthy pregnancy, female dogs increase their weight by 20% to 25% (1). Therefore, nutrition during that period should be of high quality...

20 Signs of Stress in Dogs [Infographic]

For us, stress signs are essential because that's what helps us navigate and function in our daily lives. For dogs, on the other hand, there's...

20 Crazy Dog-Sitting Horror Stories

Using professional pet sitting or dog walking services or simply asking friends to take your pet for a few days is a good way...

How to Cook Eggs for Dogs

First of all, can dogs eat raw eggs? After all, in the past, didn’t dogs used to steal eggs from birds’ nests and eat...

10 Most Indestructible Dog Beds

If your dog is a chewer who keeps destroying all those dog beds you keep buying, it means regular brands are no good anymore....

Coronavirus and Finances: 7 Ways Pet Owners Can Save Money and...

The ongoing Covid-19 pandemic isn’t scary only for health reasons. With how much it costs to care for a dog and rising unemployment, many...

4 Tips on How Pet Owners Can Prepare for and Deal...

The ongoing coronavirus pandemic is affecting people all across the globe. COVID-19 is a novel virus and there are still a lot of things...

13 Most Common Signs of Allergies in Dogs

Dog allergies are very common. The 2018 survey from Banfield Pet Hospital looked at the data from 2.5 million dogs. It showed that 0.2%...

12 Things Dog Owners Should Watch Out for in Spring

Winter is always viewed as the most problematic season for dogs and dog owners. However, as warm and awesome as spring is, it offers...

Dog Personality Test: Requirements and Testing Process

Dog personality tests are used by breeders, rescue organizations, and curious pet owners to help determine the dog’s general temperament towards both people and...

Dog Going Blind: How to Adjust and Help Your Blind Pet

If you suspect your dog is going blind, it's likely to be a difficult transition for you. However, remember that most dogs cope with this...

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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...