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Top Most Effective Dog Training Methods According to Science

Most Effective Dog Training Methods According to Science

Occasionally, new evidence forces us to reconsider how best to do something, even if it's a practice we've been following on a day-to-­day basis. There's...
10 Most Reputable Sites to Refer to for Dog Care and Health Advice

10 Most Reputable and Trustworthy Dog Sites

There are plenty of online resources for dog care and health advice, but many of these dog sites are biased by their desire to...
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Top 5 Non-Sporting Dog Breeds

In the past, dogs used to be categorized based on their purpose and the value they provided. They were divided based on services such as...
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How To Help a Child Cope With Losing a Pet

The loss of a pet—whether through death or separation—can be the cause of intense grief for people of all ages. This period of deep psychological...
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How To Stop A Dog From Escaping & Why it Happens

One of the problems a fur parent may have is dealing with dog escaping habits. As responsible dog owners, we do everything to keep them...
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White Dog Poop: What Does It Mean?

Have you noticed white dog poop lately? If you've seen white dog poop every time your Fido has a number two, it's best advised to...
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Dehydrated Dog Gums: How to Spot it and Treat it

A dehydrated dog gums will look just what it sounds like—dry and unhealthy. But checking whether your dog needs more water or not requires a...
Does Hypoallergenic Dog Food Really Work

Hypoallergenic Dog Food: What It Is, Does It Really Work, and Why?

If your dog suffers from itchy skin, your veterinarian may have suggested a "diet trial" or "elimination diet" using hypoallergenic dog food as the...
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10 Popular Livestock Guardian Dog Breeds

Livestock guardian dogs have been used worldwide to protect animals that are vulnerable to predators. They do this by marking their territory to keep...
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Rhodesian Ridgeback Dog Breed Profile

Strong, balanced, and athletic. These are the three main characteristics that I can think of when I see a Rhodesian Ridgeback dog breed.  Have you...
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Kansas Pet Stores, Dog Parks, Grooming, And More

Moving to a new state or migrating to a new country will be challenging for pet owners. But if you're moving to Kansas, we've covered...
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Dog Whining for Attention: Why and How to Stop It

IS YOUR DOG WHINING FOR ATTENTION? Is he making crying sounds and keeps on looking over you with those big, adorable puppy eyes? Making sounds, even...

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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...