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Reannan Raine

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Reannan has enjoyed the companionship of dogs her whole life. She bred, raised and showed cocker spaniels for a while but has owned a variety of different types of dogs, ranging from bulldogs to mutts. She worked in the private sector for 30 years. Now she devotes her time to writing and sharing knowledge about dog ownership and care.

Lost Dog: How to Cope With Every Dog Owner’s Worst Nightmare

Leave no stone, piece of furniture, cardboard box or loose board unturned in the home, garage or yard before accepting that you have a...

Best Deals on Dog Supplies #1: January 4

This week’s best deals on dog supplies are coming from some of the most popular online dog supply retailers: Amazon.com and Coupaw.com. I found...

Shipping a Dog: Using Ground vs Air Transportation

  Traveling today is very common. Many Americans are traveling more and more every year. But having a reason for shipping a dog doesn't necessarily have...

Camping With Dogs: Tips, Guidelines, Do’s And Don’ts

Do you like outdoors, nature and camping? Have you ever considered camping with dogs, and taking your loyal pal on your escapades with you? It's...

Microchips and Identification Tags: How to Pick the Right One?

Losing your dog is one of the biggest fears for all loving dog owners. We all know this, and with that in mind, it's...

10 Tips on How to Keep Your Dog From Running Away

Want to know how to keep your dog from running away? The best way is to provide your pet with the best home he...

How to Include Your Dog in Christmas Celebration

Christmas celebrations should include every member of the family, even the furry ones. Including your dog in your Christmas celebration will make it more...

Best Christmas Deals on Dog Supplies This December

December is the month for hot deals on dog supplies. They are everywhere, and for the past few weeks, we've been picking out the...

Cheap Dog Supplies: Where to Find Best Christmas Discounts

We've just celebrated Thanksgiving, went through a few weeks of Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals to grab some cheap dog supplies, and now Christmas is...

7 Ideas on How to Spend Christmas with Your Dog

Holiday season is always fun for the whole family, but we can have double the fun if we find a way to include our...

10+ Best Christmas Gifts for Dog Parents

The holiday season is here, and we need to start thinking about the best Christmas gifts for dog parents. Who likes what? What options do...

Best Deals on Dog Supplies for Black Friday 2015

It's this time of year again, and Black Friday is upon us. For me, this is the time to hunt for best deals on dog...

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