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Weimador Dog Breed Featured

Weimador Dog Breed Profile (Labrador + Weimaraner Mix)

It may be confusing, but it’s actually "Weimador." It's a mix of two purebreds that have similarities in appearance but have two completely different...
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Meet the 10 Smartest Mixed Dog Breeds!

Are you planning on adopting a mixed dog breed but not quite sure what to pick? Are you looking for an intelligent and easy-to-train...
Border Sheepdog Dog Breed

Border Sheepdog Dog Breed Profile

The Border Sheepdog is an alert dog who makes a great, active companion. Learn more about living with this fairly new designer breed! The beautiful...
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25 Fastest Dog Breeds On the Planet

While most people think of the Greyhound when thinking of the Fastest Dog Breeds, there are other breeds that are also pretty quick. So, whether...
Crossbreed Dogs for Kids

Best Crossbreed Dogs for Kids

All dogs can be good dogs – purebred and crossbreed dogs. Whatever the ancestry is, all dogs should be loved and cared for. Families want...
25 Most Common Dog Behavior Problems

25 Most Common Dog Behavior Issues: Habits and Problems That Are Not Normal

Domesticated dogs today are much better today than 10,000 years ago at behaving the way humans wish for them to behave. Even so, there are...
Goldendoodle Dog Breed

Goldendoodle Dog Breed Profile

The Goldendoodle dog breed is a loving dog who makes friends with almost everyone he meets. Learn more about living with this designer breed! The...
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Pet Relocation Service: How Does it Work?

Are you planning to move to a new state or a new country? Have you ever heard of a Pet Relocation Service? Well, these services...
Puggle Dog Breed Featured

Puggle Dog Breed Profile: Everything You Need To Know

The Puggle dog breed is one of the most popular designer crossbreeds in the United States. Puggles is a cross between the Beagle and Pug...
Dog Temperament

Dog Temperament: What It Is and What You Need To Know

Different breeds, different dog temperaments. How can dog temperament help determine which pooch is best for your home? Almost all households worldwide keep dogs as...
Pug Dog Breed Featured

Pug Dog Breed Profile

Is that a dog or a cartoon? That's a Pug! That’s right, that dog that has big round eyes, floppy ears, a small but...
sprocker dog breed

Sprocker Dog Breed Profile

The Springer Spaniel and Cocker Spaniel were the same breeds not so long ago. While breeding these two dogs to create the Sprocker Spaniel would...

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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...