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7 Dog Breed Groups: Your Ultimate Guide

THERE ARE SEVERAL DOG BREED GROUPS that different kennel club groups recognize. Depending on the region or country, every kennel club group has its own...
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Bleeding Gums In Dogs And What To Do About It

Is your dog’s gums bleeding recently? What could be the cause of that? What are the possible treatments? In this blog, we'll discuss everything you'll...
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Red Gums In Dogs: What Does It Mean?

Have you noticed that your dog's gums are a little swollen? Is the color not normal? In this article, we'll tackle everything you'll need to...
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Foxtails and Dogs

The sun is shining. The temperature is rising. Sounds like summertime to me! And what better way to enjoy the warm weather than by exploring...
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Pros and Cons of Inbreeding Dogs

Anyone that's ever looked for a purebred dog has probably come across articles talking about inbreeding. Inbreeding is the intentional mating together of two closely...
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How Do You Check a Dog’s Temperament?

Whether you're looking to adopt a new dog or purchase a puppy, a temperament test can help evaluate the dog's behavior in various situations. These...
How Do I Know If My Dog Likes Daycare

How Do I Know If My Dog Likes Daycare?

The guilt of leaving your dog home alone is real, especially when you are a working pet parent! You want to always be there for...
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5 Benefits of Dogs Sleeping in Your Bed

Dog adoption has been on the rise lately. With the social isolation imposed due to COVID-19 restrictions, many people have chosen animal interaction to overcome...
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Dog Mouthing: Why Is My Dog Doing It & How Can I Stop it?

Is your dog chewing or biting you or other things?  This behavior can be dog-mouthing. Let’s find out things owners should know about dog-mouthing.  Firstly,...
How to Clean Dog Vomit from Carpet

How to Clean Dog Vomit from Carpet

Becoming a fur parent is a very exciting moment, but one that comes with a lot of responsibility and work. And by work, I mean...
Healthy vs Unhealthy Dog Gums

Healthy vs Unhealthy Dog Gums

How do you distinguish healthy dog gums from unhealthy ones? Although they are sometimes overlooked, a dog's gums are an equally vital component of their mouth...
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31 Herding Dog Breeds

As the nation’s most esteemed purebred dog registry, the American Kennel Club currently recognizes 200 dog breeds categorized into seven groups. Can you tell which...

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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...
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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...