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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.

This Doggy Boutique Created South Dakota Themed Dog Treats

It’s great to have pride in the town, city, or state that you live in. For one dog biscuit manufacturer in South Dakota, they’ve...

Small Business Buys A Factory To Keep Dog Products Made In...

It’s important to some companies to have their products made locally. Most companies would give up if they lived in a rural area and...

Pet Accessories Startup Looking to Raise $380,000

Based in the London borough of Barnet, Love Thy Mutt is a pet accessories startup that is looking to raise £250,000 – the equivalent...

Provide Cold Water For Up to 14 Hours with Frosty Bowlz

Providing your dog with fresh water is an important part of keeping him healthy, but have you ever thought about the water’s temperature. When...

The KoolCollar Uses Evaporative Cooling to Regulate Your Dog’s Temperature

Humans sweat to keep cool. The moisture on your skin evaporates and cools your body temperature. Dogs don’t sweat; they pant to keep cool....

Dog Business Q&A: Manuel and Maria from LASSO

Happy Friday readers! I hope your week was as productive as mine. Did you get a chance to read last week's column Should Your...

Dog Groomer Gets New Digs After Working From Garden Shed For...

Running your own business isn’t easy, and running one from a garden shed is even more difficult. That’s what Emma Jane Sanderson has been...

Unusual Dog Ban Launched in China District

Earlier this month what has become known by residents as “the cruelest dog ban” was issued in China by the local government of a...

Sleepypod Dog Safety Harnesses Are Comfortable and Versatile

Keeping your dog secure in the car is important. If your pet is roaming freely around the vehicle he can distract your attention from...

Teach Your Dog to Stop Barking With the Auto Trainer

Dogs that bark incessantly are not only a nuisance to you, but they also disturb neighbors and irritate guests. As frustrating as it is,...

Why Some Dogs Dislike Men and What To Do About It

Some dogs have a problem with men. That’s the long and short of it. As a guy, this isn’t something to take personally, but...

Healthy Dog Treats From Look Who’s Happy! Are Made in Georgia

When you see dog treats on the shelves of big box stores, most of them aren’t actually made by the company that is selling...

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