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4 Reasons Why Your Dog’s Stomach is Hard and What to Do

7 Reasons Why Your Dog’s Stomach is Hard

When your dog’s stomach is hard, hopefully, they just ate too much or drank water too fast. But you don't want to wait to find...
Caring for a Diabetic Dog and Tips on Dogs with Diabetes

8 Expert Tips on How to Care for A Diabetic Dog

Last week I shared some great resources with helpful information on super foods for dogs. Feeding your dog top quality nutrition is the best...
Introduce Your Cat and Dog Successfully: Important Tips To Remember 

Introduce Your Cat and Dog Successfully: Important Tips To Remember 

To introduce a cat and dog to each other is no ordinary task. Cats and dogs have a long-standing reputation as archenemies. They have an...
Puppy Potty Training Hacks

20 Puppy Potty Training Hacks

Potty training is one of the more tiring experiences in a new dog owner's life. Every dog is different, and they all learn at...
Top 20 Reasons Why Your Dog Won’t Eat or Drink

20 Reasons Why Your Dog Won’t Eat or Drink (And Best Solutions)

All dogs love food, so when yours refuses their mealtime, it may be something to worry about. Refusal to drink water is even more...
Corgidor Dog Breed

Corgidor Dog Breed Profile

The Corgidor dog breed is a sturdy yet gentle pup for just about all ages and personalities. Learn more about living with this designer...
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Pet Insurance: A Beginner’s Guide

With so many pet insurance programs on the market, it’s hard to know which one offers the best coverage (and pricing) for your and...
Schnoodle Dog Breed

Schnoodle Dog Breed Profile

Besides having a cool name, the Schnoodle dog breed is a designer pooch. They are a fun breed that is the chosen pet of celebrities,...
Top 15 Dog Poop Facts You Don’t Want To Be Reading About

15 Dog Poop Facts You Don’t Want To Be Reading About

Unless you’re one of those rare lucky dog owners whose pooch is pooping daisies and rainbows, you know all about brown, stinky piles you...
Why Dogs Love the Fall Season

Why Dogs Love the Fall Season

Whether they blend in with the leaves or stand out against the orange-toned background that nature offers at this time of year, it's no...
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Bravecto for Dogs: Are They Safe to Use?

Fleas and tick infestation had long been threats to dog care and health. Trust me, you don’t want to underestimate these little buggers. Not only do...
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Wrong Dog Mixes: Dog Breeds That Should Not Be Mixed

Cross-breed dogs or mixed breed dogs are still gaining popularity over the world. And who can blame them? They're adorable canine best friends! However, certain...

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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...