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Top 15 Biggest Dog Companies in the World and Their Most Popular Brands

15 Biggest Dog Companies in the World and Their Most Popular Brands

It's no secret that the pet industry has grown tremendously over the last 10 years. Pet owners are spending more money than ever on their...
Top 35 Most Beautiful Dog Breeds in the World

35 Most Beautiful Dog Breeds in the World

As they say, the beauty is in the eyes of the beholder. We have all heard this saying at least once. It is true,...
Top 22 Most Muscular Dog Breeds

Muscle Power: 20+ Most Muscular Dog Breeds

Muscles are a sign of health and vitality, even for dogs. When you own a canine that has muscles rippling like the water, for...
Top Best Homemade Dog Food Recipes

50 Best Homemade Dog Food Recipes

Whenever you read or hear about homemade dog food recipes, always check with your veterinarian and canine nutritionist for some homemade dog food with...
Allergy Meds For Dogs Guide

Allergy Meds For Dogs: When Does Your Dog Need Them?

Suddenly, out of nowhere you start to notice your dog is scratching its ears, or gnawing at its paws non-stop. You give your dog...
Can You Give Dogs Human Antibiotics

Antibiotics for Dogs: Can You Give Dogs Human Antibiotics?

No one likes to see a sick animal. It is heartbreaking. When you add the cost of a visit to the vet, then it...
Excessive Thirst in Dogs Guide

10 Causes of Excessive Thirst in Dogs (Polydipsia)

Have you noticed your dog drinking more water than normal? This may be just temporary or a sign of illness. Excessive thirst in dogs becomes a...
Why Is Your Dog Coughing and Gagging

Dog Coughing and Gagging? What It Means and What You Can Do

Just like in humans, dog coughing and gagging is their body's natural way of responding to the irritants or abnormalities in their airways. Gagging or...
Brands With Most Dog Food Recalls

Dog Food Recalls: Dog Food Brands With Most Recalls of All Time

With the increasing number of dog foods being recalled lately... You can't help but doubt: "Are my pups munching the safest dog food product?" Sadly, even...
Worms in Dog Poop

4 Common Types of Worms in Dog Poop

https://youtu.be/SAke3zNfJFk Worms in your dog’s poop is a sure sign of parasite infestation. However, you won't always know of worm infestation from a dog's feces alone. Worms...
Farm Dog Breeds

20 Farm Dog Breeds for Living in the Country

Not just any dog is cut out for farm life. But, just like with people, there are a certain set of skills and a certain...
Homemade Candy Cane Dog Treats

Recipe: Homemade Candy Cane Dog Treats

These homemade candy cane dog treats would make a great, inexpensive gift for any dog or dog owner on your Christmas list.

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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...