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Northern Ireland Ranks 2nd Highest Number of Dog Attacks on Royal Mail Staff

Northern Ireland Ranks 2nd Highest Number of Dog Attacks on Royal Mail Staff

Northern Ireland recorded 56 cases of dog attacks in 2022 on workers of the UK postal delivery service the Royal Mail, ranking 2nd in...
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Pekingese Dog Breed Profile

Are you looking for a miniature toy breed that is neither aloof nor clingy to keep you company? Do you want to learn more about...
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Dog Safety: This Is Why Your Dog Needs a GPS Tracker

A dog owner's worst nightmare when it comes to their pet would be to have their dog get lost. Runaway dogs are an unfortunate...
How to Use Pet Treats to Keep Your Dogs Happy

How to Use Pet Treats to Keep Your Dogs Happy

It can be incredibly difficult to keep your dog happy if you work outside of your home or don't have a lot of time...
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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...
Best Christmas Dog Movies

82 Heartwarming Christmas Dog Movies [Infographic]

Looking to incorporate a little canine love into your holiday season this year? The best Christmas dog movies will put a smile on any pet...
Creating An Easy Way To Help Animals In Need

Interview: Creating An Easy Way To Help Animals In Need

Helping animals in need is easy. You can donate time volunteering, donate money to rescue organizations and shelters, or spend time advocating for the...
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Dog Names Starting With J

Naming dogs may seem like a hard thing to do. But it shouldn’t be that way. It only seems difficult because a lot of owners struggle...
Self-Warming Dog Bed - What is It and Does Your Dog Need One

4 Best Heated Self-Warming Dog Beds and Pads: What is It and Does Your...

You’ve likely run across the self-warming dog bed while shopping for other items for your pup, particularly among winter dog supplies (even though it's...
How to Write a Dog Training Business Plan

How to Write a Dog Training Business Plan

When starting a new dog training business, it is important not to overlook the practical aspects involved. It takes more than just knowledge of...
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Do Dogs Dream? What Science Reveals About Dog Dreams

Have you ever wondered or asked yourself, "What do dogs dream about?" Or, for starters, do dogs dream? Do dogs dream when they suddenly twitch...
How to Become a Dog Groomer

How to Become a Dog Groomer

Let me throw this out there: you're not the first dog owner to think about how to become a groomer after you've spent time with...

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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...