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4 Best Savings Accounts for Pet Owners

The Best Savings Accounts for Pet Owners

Owning a pet, although a wonderful experience, can be expensive, especially when you factor in annual vet fees and monthly expenses such as preventative...
9 Cons of Being a Dog Owner (And Why It’s Still Worth It)

9 Cons of Being a Dog Owner (And Why It’s Still Worth It)

Even being the biggest fans of dogs doesn’t mean that owners are blind to some of the drawbacks of pet ownership. Having a dog...
Indoors vs Outdoors - Where Your Dog Belongs and Why

Indoors vs Outdoors: Where Your Dog Belongs and Why

While most dogs in the western society are considered pets to be kept indoors in general, the issue of indoors vs outdoors can still...
The Guide to Mindfulness for Dog Owners

Mindfulness for Dog Owners

Getting a dog is not like buying a piece of furniture for your living room; once you bring them home, you take on a...
The Complete Guide to Fostering a Dog

The Complete Guide to Fostering a Dog

Being a foster dog parent is one of the most rewarding experiences that any dog lover can have. Unfortunately, so few people know what...
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8 Dangers of Leaving Your Dog Home Alone for Long

Dogs are social animals, but some owners forget to stop and think about how important it is for our four-legged friends to be around...
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33 Modern Innovations for Dogs That We Love

In a world inundated with gadgets and gizmos, the pet product sector is not going to be left behind. The pet industry is booming, and...
Top 35 Worst Guard Dog Breeds

35 Worst Guard Dog Breeds For Being Too Friendly

  If you are looking for the best dog for home security to scare away intruders, you can’t just get any breed. Some of them...
7 Dog Birthday Ideas

7 Dog Birthday Ideas

Sometimes we look back, and it seems like just yesterday we brought our furry friend home to stay for good. While time is flying...
30 Ways to Entertain a Bored Dog

30 Ways to Entertain a Bored Dog

A bored dog is a “naughty dog” if for no other reason than they will find a way to entertain themselves if you fail...
Top The 20 Most American Dog Breeds

From Sea to Shining Fur: Meet America’s 20 Most Iconic Dog Breeds

As everything else that is truly American, the American dog breeds are the result of the same melting pot that is a proud part...
Your Dog Doesnt Like Kids - 5 Things You Can Do

Your Dog Doesn’t Like Kids? 5 Things You Can Do

Why don’t some dogs like children? I can reassure you right away, your dog doesn't have a hidden agenda to hate on kids. Aside...

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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...