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15 Must-Know Tips for First-Time Dog Owners from a Fellow Pup Parent (Updated 2023)

I've been a dog owner for over 20 years and have adopted and rescued many, many dogs in the past. And let me tell you straight away:...
50 Dog Adoption Questions They’re Going to Ask You

50 Dog Adoption Questions Shelters Ask

Adopting a dog is not always simple. While the process of dog adoption is straightforward, especially with reputable dog breeders or animal shelters, it's...
25 Benefits of Kids Growing Up with Pets

25 Benefits of Kids Growing Up with Pets

Bringing a dog into a family with small children around is not a decision to take lightly. Many parents are concerned about the health and...
Top 10 Things To Do Before Bringing Home A Rescue Dog

Do These 10 Things Before Bringing Home A Rescue Dog

If you ask pet owners who've done impulse adoption, they'll tell you from experience that this is not a good idea for neither you...
Rescuing a Dog From a Shelter

13 Tips for Rescuing a Dog from a Shelter

While there are many advantages to adopting a dog from a shelter (vs buying from a breeder or pet store), it's not always that...
How One Veteran is Helping Shelter Dogs in Need

TOP #106: How One Veteran is Helping Shelter Dogs in Need

In this podcast we're speaking with Matthew Lamarand of Dogology University about his work with shelter dogs - training them for service and rehoming them.
26 Ways Bad Dog Owners Ruin Pet Ownership for Everyone Else

26 Ways Bad Dog Owners Ruin Pet Ownership for Everyone Else

There are certain individuals who should not have pets because they treat their animals poorly, and in turn, ruin pet ownership for everyone else....
5 Things Owners Wish They Knew Before Adopting a Dog

5 Things Owners Wish They Knew Before Adopting a Dog

Some owners admit MYSELF INCLUDED that we've jumped at the opportunity of adopting a dog without doing much research into what taking care of...
Should You Take Care of Someone Else’s Dog

Should You Take Care of Someone Else’s Dog? 4 Things to Consider

For anyone who loves dogs, taking care of someone else's pet may sound like a great idea at first. However, there are several things...
13 Reasons Why Owners Abandon Their Dogs

13 Reasons Why Owners Abandon Their Dogs

Having to abandon an animal is a decision that is often traumatic to the owner and the pet, but is avoidable in most cases....
Are You Really Ready to Bring a Dog Home

Are You Really Ready to Bring a Dog Home?

The idea of bringing home a “new” dog is thrilling to all dog lovers. The notion is so enticing, in fact, that we often...
What Are the Responsibilities of Dog Foster Parents

TOP #96: What Are the Responsibilities of Dog Foster Parents?

In this podcast episode we talk with Sarah Brasky on everything related to fostering a dog and what responsibilities to expect as a foster pet parent.

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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...