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Samantha Randall

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Samantha’s biggest passion in life is spending time with her Boxer dogs. After she rescued her first Boxer in 2004, Samantha fell in love with the breed and has continued to rescue three other Boxers since then. She enjoys hiking and swimming with her Boxers, Maddie and Chloe.

Would Your Dog Like Tanker Tots? Unique Dog Treats Business

As the old saying goes, ‘the mother of invention is necessity.’ Typically an entrepreneur starts a business because they see a need in their...

This App Helps Your Pet Speak To His Vet

Nothing is more heartbreaking for a dog owner than when their pet is sick and they don’t know what’s wrong with him. Dogs can’t...

This Is Much Easier Than Brushing Your Dog’s Teeth

Canine dental hygiene is very important. I won't go into a rant, because you've probably heard all about it from your veterinarian. Poor oral...

Where Did This Police K-9 Come From?

You never know what you’re going to get when you adopt a dog from a shelter; but it’s usually worth the risk. Some of...

How Long Do Dogs Live: Your Dog’s Lifespan

There's a question that every new or current dog owner will occasionally worry about: how long do dogs live? Many of us neurotic types begin...

Let’s Talk: Sharing Thanksgiving Dinner with Dogs

Today is the day! Thanksgiving is finally here. Keep the Thanksgiving safety tips that I shared last week in mind, and understand the dangers...

Zappos Wants to Buy You a Shelter Dog

Zappos.com is known for selling shoes, handbags and clothing. Many fashionistas search their site for great deals on the latest styles, but now pet...

Interview: The Importance of A Quality Dog House

The approaching Thanksgiving holiday means that fall is coming to an end. It's hard to believe that it is this time of year again....

Review: TriDerma Intense Fast Healing Cream for Dogs

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=frK36uVC43k Hot spots and dry skin are a plague that affects a lot of pet parents. A lot of owners think that the only way...

‘Tis the Season for Dog Boots

Winter is fast approaching. The temperatures outside are dropping and the snow will be flying before we know it. It’s up to you to...

Supporting Animal Welfare Groups Just Got Easier

Supporting animal welfare organizations usually takes time and money. Unfortunately, not many of us have the time required to commit to volunteering. The extra...

Farm-to-Table Dog Food is Now Available

Health food trends are constantly changing in the human world, and they are leaching over into the pet food industry as well. We’re beginning...

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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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