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Top 10 Best Wireless Dog Fence Systems of 2018

Top 10 Best Wireless Dog Fences

Electronic containment systems for dogs is a highly debated topic. Some pet owners preach about how well they work to protect our pets from...
My Dog Has Diarrhea

Dog Has Diarrhea? 9 Ways to Prevent and Treat It

At some point every dog owner is going to have to deal with some doggy diarrhea. It just goes with the territory. But finding...
My Dog Constipation

Dog Constipation: 12 Ways to Prevent and Treat It

Constipation in dogs may not be as common as diarrhea, but it still happens quite often in growing canines.  As a result, it's essential to talk...
The Bone Cancer in Dogs

Bone Cancer in Dogs: What It Means for Your Dog and What to Do

Dogs are susceptible to many serious diseases, just like humans. Some breeds are more predisposed to certain illnesses than others. Unfortunately, no matter what...
Guide on How Long Do Dogs Live

How Long Do Dogs Live? Explaining the Life Expectancy of Dogs

When looking down at your faithful companion, have you ever noticed a bit of graying around the muzzle? Have you noticed that your best...
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Dog Pregnancy Stages and What to Expect When Expecting

Your dog's pregnancy can be an exciting time for both of you, but it can also be a stressful time. Knowing all the dog...
The Rainbow Bridge - What to Do When Your Dog Dies

The Rainbow Bridge: What to Do When Your Dog Dies

Losing your best friend can be one of the hardest times in life. You never know when your time here on earth is done,...
Why Do Dogs Dig and How to Stop a Dog from Digging

Why Do Dogs Dig and How to Stop Them

One of the more obscure problematic behaviors to new pet owners is dog digging. But actually, digging is a very natural behavior for dogs...
Top Tick Repellent for Dogs

Tick Repellent for Dogs: Natural vs Chemical and Everything Else You Should Know

Ticks suck! Literally. Sadly, your dog is defenseless against these parasites, leaving you as their only protection from ticks and various tick-borne diseases. This...
10 Reasons to Give Your Dog Probiotics (Based on Science)

10 Reasons to Give Your Dog Probiotics (Based on Science)

The term “probiotic” is a catch-all for the substance that stimulates “friendly” gut-dwelling microbes found in both humans and animals (1). These microscopic yet...
Dog Health Insurance

Dog Health Insurance: Do You Really Need It?

Surveys show that even many seasoned dog owners who've had to deal with expensive vet bills may avoid subscribing to a dog health insurance...
The Detailed Puppy Shot Schedule

Puppy Shot Schedule: A Detailed Guide

After you've adopted a young dog, one of the first steps is to come up with a puppy shot schedule. The puppy will need several...

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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...