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Chesapeake Bay Retriever Dog Breed Profile

Chesapeake Bay Retriever Dog Breed Profile

The Chesapeake Bay Retriever, or Chessie for short, is the Sherman tank of the retriever breed. This Retriever is a hunting dog created to...
Homesteading for Dog Owners

Homesteading for Dog Owners

Since people are becoming more aware of the harmful effects of mass production of meat and dairy, some of them are leaving behind the...
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Where to Find FREE Dog Food Samples?

Dog parents know the importance of quality dog food brands. We want our dogs to receive adequate nutrition and none of the bad stuff in...
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Spring Safety Tips For Dogs

It’s springtime, and it’s time for your fur buddy to welcome the new season and the outdoors! It’s the season of blooms and warmer weather...
Can Dogs Have Tomato Sauce

Can Dogs Have Tomato Sauce?

There's no reason to ever give a dog tomato sauce, or spaghetti sauce, or ketchup. While in extremely tiny amounts it may be harmless,...
NYC brings back robotic police dog

K-9 Robot Rejoins NYPD, Mayor Adams Says It’s ‘Best For The City’

  Mayor Eric Adams and other New York City officials presented Digidog’s robotic dog and 2 new tech-based policing devices in April 2023 at a Times...
Cost of Owning a Dog

Cost of Owning a Dog: What Every Potential Pet Parent Should Know

One of the first things that a person who is considering bringing a new dog into their home wants to know is, how much...
How to Start an Indoor Dog Park

How to Start an Indoor Dog Park

As leash laws have become more restrictive and cities are becoming more and more crowded, many concerned dog owners are using indoor dog parks...
10 Signs of Puppy Scams (And How to Avoid Them)

10 Signs of Puppy Scams (And How to Avoid Being Tricked)

Everybody agrees that adopting a rescue dog from a shelter is always more praiseworthy. But if you're set on buying a puppy of a specific...
The Evolution of Cats: Knowing Our Favorite Furry Friend

The Evolution of Cats: Knowing Our Favorite Furry Friend

What if I told you that 70 years ago, only a few cats spent their lives indoors more than outdoors? Back then, it took...
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Adorable Dancing Bernese Mountain Dog Has The Internet Charmed

Every dog is unique. They all have different personalities that we all love. But this one-of-a-kind Bernese Mountain Dog has TikTok users charmed. TikTok account...
chamomile for dogs

Chamomile for Dogs: 4 Astounding Benefits and Usage

You probably heard of chamomile already. It’s light, gentle, and calming. Chamomile is also a staple medicinal ingredient, with records of its use dating back to...

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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.
how to get rid of a dog

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...