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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.

Why Do Dogs Eat Grass?

There is no "scientifically proven" reason why dogs eat grass. Some dogs just like to eat grass, while others have a nutritional reason to crave greenery. Your dog may eat grass for one reason one day and eat for a completely different reason another day. In this article, you'll learn the many reasons why your dog is eating grass and what to do about it.

How To Tell A Dog’s Age and What Are Dog Years?

Learning how to tell a dog's age will give you helpful information about your pet that you will need to give him the best care possible.

How To Tell If Your Dog Is Dehydrated?

Once in a while, every dog refuses to drink water. Whether he's recovering from surgery or just not feeling well, you need to know how to tell if your dog is dehydrated in order to prevent more serious health issues.

How To Tell If Your Dog Is Fat?

In recent years, we've seen a terrible trend in the growing obesity of our pets. Sadly, studies show that canine obesity has become an epidemic, with the average weight of pets consistently on the rise. Knowing how to tell if your dog is fat is an important part of pet ownership.

Review: Arf Pets Cooling Mat for Dogs

https://youtu.be/wJxwr-VSy4E A dog cooling mat is an easy way to give your pup a break from the summer heat and prevent heatstrokes in dogs. Canines are...

How To Clean A Cat’s Ears in 4 Easy Steps

https://youtu.be/SudhmXu09vY Some cat owners forget to clean their pets' ears, but ear care is extremely important and should not be overlooked. Learning how to clean a...

Giveaway: PupPod Interactive Dog Toy ($230+ Value)

The PupPod is an interactive dog toy that is paired wirelessly to a treat dispensing pet camera. If your dog touches the toy at the right time, he'll earn a treat. The game gets more difficult as your dog begins to figure it out. We're giving one lucky pet owner the chance to win one for FREE!

Review: Ruff Tough Kennels Intermediate Single Door Dog Kennel (2021)

The Ruff Tough Kennels feature one piece construction that is thicker and more durable than most similar plastic dog crates. This detailed review will provide all the information you need to decide whether or not this is the right crate for your dog.

Top 10 Best Dog Food Storage Containers

A Quick Glance at Our Choice of Best Dog Food Storage Containers Selecting the best dog food storage container will depend on the type of...

Top 10 Best Dog Dewormers

Dogs fall victim to different internal parasites that are often referred to as worms: hookworms, tapeworms, roundworms, and whipworms. Because of how common this health...

How to Train a Dog Basic Commands

Training a dog takes time and patience. If you're wondering how to train a dog basic commands, this step-by-step guide will give you the tips you need.

REVIEW: The Best Dog Steps To Help Your Dog Up A...

We've tested a HUGE number of pet stairs, reviewed each one to find and rank the best dog stairs currently available on the market. Here's our buying guide.

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Here it comes... the dreaded peak flea and tick season. For us pet owners, while we love those sunny beach trips and walking in the...
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Have Pet, Will Travel: Guide to Spring or Summer Trips with...

In Partnership with Merck Animal Health In my opinion, there's no better time to travel with your pet than in either spring or summer. The weather's...
Can I Afford A Dog

Can I Afford A Dog?

Owning a pet is expensive. It’s more than just planning for food and toys. If you’ve been asking yourself, can I afford a dog, here is everything you need to know. A big part of being a responsible pet owner is preparing for the endeavor financially. Creating a consistent budget can help you plan for routine expenses like food, treats and toys, as well as unexpected expenses like vet visits in the event of an emergency. Asking the question can I afford a dog is a very responsible thing to do. Many pet owners don’t plan a budget before adopting a dog, and that can get you into a lot of trouble.
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How to Get Rid of a Dog: The Right Way

Are you faced with the challenging decision of how to let go of your furry companion? We understand that circumstances change. And even...
Why Are Dogs So Loyal?

Why Are Dogs So Loyal?

One of the best qualities of our canine companions is their unwavering loyalty. Why are dogs so loyal? There are amazing stories about the unmatched loyalty of dogs - dogs that have sat on their owner’s graves, waited patiently for months for their owners to return from war and even stories of dogs walking thousands of miles to reunite with their masters.
Why Do Pets Make Us Happy?

Why Do Pets Make Us Happy?

Nothing beats the feeling of seeing a happy dog or friendly cat come running over to you looking for a pat on the head or a scratch behind the ears. Why do pets make us happy? Pets do a lot more than just keep us company. The unconditional love that they provide us with is priceless and incomparable to any love that we get other humans.

Dog Names Starting With Z

Are you looking for dog names starting with Z? Well, you're in the right place! Getting a new pup would mean preparing for a new set...
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How Many Dogs Are Too Many?

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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Can Dogs Get Sick From Humans?

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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Dandie Dinmont Terrier Breed Profile

Not a lot of people know about this breed, but the Dandie Dinmont Terrier is not something you should ignore when you chance upon...