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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.

Recipe: Healthy Turkey Casserole for Dogs

Homemade dog food is a healthier alternative to commercial diets, when you do it properly. You can cater homemade meals to your dog's unique nutritional needs, and you can use the healthiest ingredients available. This recipe uses turkey, vegetables, brown rice and other safe and healthy ingredients, and you can make substitutions to the ingredients if need be.

Recipe: Crockpot Dog Food Recipe with Pork

Every dog has unique nutritional needs based on many factors including their weight, age and activity level. The only way that you can meet all of your dog's nutritional needs is to create a customized homemade dog food diet. This crockpot dog food recipe includes multiple superfoods and beneficial ingredients that will aid in your dog's overall health and well-being.

What To Do If Your Dog Bites Another Dog

If you’re reading this article, it’s probably because you’re in quite a predicament with your pet. If your dog has bitten another dog, you’re probably panicking. Trust me when I tell you that your dog is going to be just as stressed out about the situation as you are. Find out what to do if your dog bites another dog, to make sure that you’ve covered all of your bases.

How Long Do Cats Live?

https://youtu.be/tkb1L3_46Yo When you adopt a new kitten, you're probably not giving a whole lot of thought to how long your new pet will live. Sadly,...

Can Multiple Cats Share A Litter Box?

Perhaps the only drawback to being a cat owner is having to clean up the litter box. I don't think any owner enjoys scooping and washing out a litter box, but it still has to be done. If you have more than one cat, you may be wondering can multiple cats share a litter box? Can it be done, yes. Will it have a harmful effect on your cats? Possibly. This guide will explain the problems that you may run into by having only one litter box for multiple cats. It will also address how to prevent those problems and what you can do to make one litter box work for your pets.

Cat Panting or Breathing Hard: Why and What To Do

Some panting in cats is completely normal. An excessive amount of panting or heavy breathing could be a sign of a serious health complication. If you notice you cat panting or breathing hard, you’ll need to assess your pet and monitor him closely to decide whether or not you need to seek veterinary care.

How Long Does A Dog Live?

https://youtu.be/ibNEsnh4dx4 When you adopt a new puppy, you're probably not giving a whole lot of thought to how long your new pet will live. Sadly,...

Cheap Homemade Cat Food Recipe

The cost of cat food is one of the biggest factors to consider before adopting a new pet. With that being said, providing the best nutrition should be one of those factors as well. When done properly, making a cheap homemade cat food recipe for your cat is the best way to provide top quality nutrition without breaking your budget.

Review: PetSafe Happy Ride Car Seat Cover

I love bringing my dogs with me for rides in the car, but I hate it what it does to my upholstery. That's why every vehicle we have has car seat covers to protect the front and rear seats. Using products like the Happy Ride Car Seat Cover saves me a lot of time and money, and I don't have to clean my car after every adventure.

Review: PetSafe Happy Ride Collapsible Travel Crate

Soft sided crates are well-suited for most dogs that are well-trained. However, if your pup is not crate trained yet, or likes to chew and scratch on things, a soft dog crate is not a good choice. Another problem with soft crates is when a dog hasn't been potty trained, or if they have incontinence issues. Soft crates are harder to clean because the fabric will absorb urine.

The Best Game for Dogs: An Easy Boredom Buster

You can make the best game for dogs with materials that you already have around your home. It won't cost you anything, and it is sure to help any dog beat a boring afternoon. Plus, there are countless ways to set up the game, which means your dog can have never-ending fun while constantly being stimulated with new and exciting gameplay.

Recipe: Egg Based Food for Dogs with Liver Disease

The liver is a vital organ in the body that removes toxins and waste from the system and produces bile for better digestion. When a dog's liver gets compromised, the build-up of toxins and waste will affect other organs as well, leading to life threatening health problems. This condition can be treated with medication, food for dogs with liver disease and close monitoring of the liver function.

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