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Norwegian Buhund Dog Breed Profile

The Norwegian Buhund is a medium-sized herding breed originating from Norway. With an attractive foxy face, the Nordic spitz-type breed is believed to have been connected...
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Cheagle Dog Breed Profile (Chihuahua & Beagle Mix)

Do you know why designer dogs are becoming popular nowadays? It’s because designer dogs are bred to get the best qualities of their full-breed parents. The...
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Do Dogs Shed More in the Summer?

Once summer arrives, it's time for dogs to shed their winter coats. If you're a relatively new pet owner, you might notice that Fido is...
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Can Dogs Eat Dates: Fresh vs Dried

Food has this seemingly magical effect on dogs. Especially during training sessions, you can just credit the role food has in motivating them. And those sweet...
Hairless Khala dog breed profile

Hairless Khala Dog Breed Profile

Honestly, I’ve never heard of this hairless dog breed before. Have you? If not, then this article is for you. To tell you the truth, I loved...
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7 Important Training Cues on How to Walk a Blind Dog

Living with a blind dog means you are their eyes. I know this is a tough journey for fur parents when their beloved pups go...
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Harmless Dog Drops Dead After Ohio Police Officer Fatally Shoots It

A Lorain police officer fatally shot a harmless dog near the intersection of Oberlin Avenue and West 8th Street in the city of Lorain,...
Small White Dog Breeds

15 Adorable Small White Dog Breeds

All dogs are beautiful in their unique ways. But there’s a set of breeds that deserves to be called out and noticed: the little white...
Fizz the Bulldog

Bulldog Has Unique Gene That Makes Him Fluffy

Have you ever seen a fluffy bulldog? Well, check out Fizz the Bulldog! An adorable fluffy bulldog that has captured the hearts of dog...
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Clever Dog Wows the Internet for Baiting Fish Using Bread

No fishing pole? No problem! A smart dog wowed the whole internet for using bread as bait to catch fish. In a Tiktok video uploaded last...
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Couple Banned From Keeping Animals After Neglected Dogs Discovered at Home

A couple from Blackpool, United Kingdom, has been banned from keeping animals for ten years after neglected dogs were found at home. Ryan Seel, aged...
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The Internet Goes Wild With This Dog’s Jiu-jitsu Training With Owner

Jiu-jitsu fanatic Paul Hunter finally found his sparring partner after years of training in the sport he loves. Wrigley, an American Staffordshire Terrier, is a...

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4 Tips & Tricks for Navigating Peak Flea and Tick Season

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...
Dandie Dinmont Terrier Breed profile

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...