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Are Monsteras Toxic to Dogs? Everything You Need to Know

Pet owners who are also plant lovers should know that certain plants can be toxic to pets. So you might be wondering... Are Monsteras toxic...
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Can Dogs Eat Donuts? 6 Harmful Varieties + Risks

Can dogs eat donuts? Are they safe for my dog? Donuts are considered a delicious treat for many people. Since when are donuts not a favorite?...
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Chinese Imperial Dog Breed Profile

The Chinese Imperial dog is a very cute and tiny animal. How tiny, you say? Well, these dogs hardly reach about four and seven pounds! However,...
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78 Dogs Seized From A Muskegon Residence In Michigan

January 2023, Michigan — Local authorities seized 78 rescue dogs living in poor condition in a constricted 600 ft residential house in Muskegon County. Norton...
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Dog Names Starting With W

So, you’ve got a ton of doggy name options in mind and can't decide on one? Try this list of dog names starting with W,...
NYC brings back robotic police dog

K-9 Robot Rejoins NYPD, Mayor Adams Says It’s ‘Best For The City’

  Mayor Eric Adams and other New York City officials presented Digidog’s robotic dog and 2 new tech-based policing devices in April 2023 at a Times...
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How to Introduce Your Dog to a Dog Park: The Complete Guide

Admit it. You probably considered taking your pet dog to a dog park visit at least once. Your initial thoughts about dog parks are pooches...
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Footage Reveals: Brown Shelter Dog Jumps Over a Wall to Join Its Friend

Friendship knows no boundaries—sometimes literally. A brown shelter dog in Minneapolis Animal Care and Control (MACC) jumped over the wall that divides her and her...
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Rescued Australian Sailor Tim Shaddock Reunites With Beloved Dog Bella

Tim Shaddock, an Australian sailor, and his dog, Bella, reunited after their time lost at the ocean. The pair had reunited for the first time...
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Over 400 Dogs Rescued From ‘Graveyard’ Ensenada Shelter In Mexico

https://youtu.be/qOzZyOvdT_s?si=OtLAjgZecIXJY2bx A local shelter works around the clock to save hundreds of dogs in devastating conditions from an Ensenada shelter in Baja California, Mexico. Animal Pad...
Rover the Dog (@officialroverdog)

Rover the Dog Goes Viral After Trying to Run Off with FedEx Driver

TikTok users are in a frenzy for a dog named Rover who loved a FedEx driver so much that he decided to climb on...
Family reunited with stolen dog at ACC adoption event

NYC Family Found Stolen Dog At ACC Adoption Event

  A family in New York City was surprised to find their stolen dog at an Animal Care Center (ACC) adoption event in early June...

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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...