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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.

Let’s Talk: Confusion About Negative Reinforcement During Dog Training

Good morning, readers, and happy Wednesday! I hope you're enjoying your week so far and that you had time to catch my column last...

Better Business Bureau Pushing for Congressional Action Against These Dog Treats

Earlier this summer, a class-action lawsuit was filed against Dynamic Pet Products that claims that when their Real Ham Bones for Dogs are chewed...

Husse is Looking for Dog Loving Entrepreneurs in the U.S.

Husse sells and markets a wide variety of premium quality cat and dog food and other various pet accessories. What sets them apart from...

OC Raw Dog Recalling Dog Food for Salmonella Risk

OC Raw Dog, a raw dog food manufacturer based in Santa Margarita, California, is recalling 640 pounds of their Chicken, Fish & Produce Raw...

Conveniently Keep Your Dog Out of Unwanted Areas With the Magic...

Pet gates are an excellent way to keep your dog confined in a certain area or to keep him out of areas in your...

Put An End to Pulling With the Instant Trainer Dog Leash

You love your dog, and you know that taking him for a walk each day is good for his health. But what if he...

The Perfect Dog Water Bottle for On The Go Hydration

Keeping your dog hydrated is essential for his overall health and well-being. While you're out adventuring it can be easy to forget that your...

Tennis Ball Smartphone Attachment Makes Taking Selfies With Your Dog Simple

Taking selfies with your dog can be challenging. He never looks at the camera when you want him to and just when you think...

I and love and you Recall Dog Treats

It’s hard to know what to feed your pets anymore. It seems like there are new recalls announced on pet food and treats every...

This Puzzle Toy From Kyjen Will Challenge Any Dog

Keeping your pet’s brain healthy is just as important as keeping her body healthy. It is essential to interact with your pet and provide...

Protect Your Dog With This Weather Shield

Dogs, especially small breeds and those with short hair, require protection from the weather just like we do. They get cold easily, and being...

Sunday’s Recap: 9 Blogs for Dog Lovers

It's Sunday again, and you know what that means - time for my Sunday Recap. Did you have time to catch my column last week?...

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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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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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