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Woman Shares Travel Hack for Cheaper Flight With Your Dog

If you've traveled with your dog at least once, you know it's expensive to transport your pets via cargo. But not for this lady. Meet Maddie...
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Driver Switches Seat with Dog to Escape Speeding Ticket and DUI Arrest

A driver in Colorado attempted to switch places with his dog to escape a speeding ticket and DUI arrest. The car cruised from Las Animas...
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What Should I Do If My Dog Ate A Cockroach?

Let me guess. You’re probably here because your dog ate something you hate. Well, 2 years ago, I had the same question: “What will likely happen if...
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Can Dogs Eat Carrots: A Superfood For Fido

As a responsible fur parent, you always want to feed your dog healthy food.  When choosing veggies to include in your woofer’s household diet, carrots...
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My Dog Ate A Frog: Do This Immediately!

I think my dog ate a frog. What do I do? Did your woofer just come running up to you with a “chew toy’? But when...
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What to Prepare Before Visiting a Dog Park: 9 Vital Pup Supplies

Dog park visits can be an exciting time for your Fidos. The minute you mention those magic words, they’ll quickly bolt right in front of...
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Dog Names Starting With N

Looking for a dog name is not as easy a task as you think. But if you're looking for dog names starting with N, we've...
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Dog Rescued After Falling Over 200ft Cliff Edge

Scottish Fire and Rescue Service Operations Control (SFRS) was alerted at 11:04 AM to reports of a dog falling over the edge of a...
SOUTH YORKSHIRE POLICE FEDERATION PC Jamie Walker: Hero Officer Receives Bravery Award For Saving Dogs

Hero Officer Receives Bravery Award For Saving Dogs From Freezing Lake

Not all heroes wear capes. An officer broke through the ice to pull two dogs out of a frozen lake. PC Jamie Walker, the hero...
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Dog Rescued After Scaling England’s Highest Mountain

Akita dog rescued after scaling England's highest mountain. The dog, an Akita named Rocky, was found exhausted and suffering from cuts from its paws and...
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Frug Dog Breed Profile (French Bulldog & Pug Mix)

Nope, it’s not a typo error. This French Bulldog and Pug mix is literally called the Frug. And you read that right—this French Bulldog Pug cross...
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Can Dogs Eat Coconut? 5 Health Benefits for Your Pooch

There's no debate around it: coconut is delicious. Its meat is creamy and nutty, while the milk is rich. Plus, coconut water is refreshing, especially on...

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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...