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Best Christmas Gifts for Dogs That Last

7 Best Christmas Gifts for Dogs That Will Last Until Next Year

A few days more and we'll be well into Christmas Eve. We will all be getting ready to celebrate the best holiday time of the...
Camping With Dogs - Tips and Guidelines

Camping With Dogs: Tips, Guidelines, Do’s And Don’ts

Do you like outdoors, nature and camping? Have you ever considered camping with dogs, and taking your loyal pal on your escapades with you? It's...
Ideas on How to Spend Christmas with Your Dog

7 Ideas on How to Spend Christmas with Your Dog

Holiday season is always fun for the whole family, but we can have double the fun if we find a way to include our...
How to Include Your Dog in Christmas Celebration

How to Include Your Dog in Christmas Celebration

Christmas celebrations should include every member of the family, even the furry ones. Including your dog in your Christmas celebration will make it more...
Tips to Ensure Your Dog is Safe During the Holidays

11 Tips to Ensure Your Dog is Safe During the Holidays

Everybody is looking forward to the holiday season and Christmas. Pet parents will be spoiling their dogs with treats, toys, vacations, and ensure a great...

Cyber Monday: Best Deals on Dog Supplies

Black Friday is over, but the shopping spree continues. We're all looking forward to grabbing some of the best deals on dog supplies this Cyber Monday....
Cooked Bones for Dogs - Safe or Not

Cooked Bones for Dogs May Not Be a Good Idea

Sometimes, when a pair of pleading eyes are gazing up as you tuck in to your dinner, it can be tempting to give your...
Shipping a Dog by Air

Shipping a Dog: Using Ground vs Air Transportation

  Traveling today is very common. Many Americans are traveling more and more every year. But having a reason for shipping a dog doesn't necessarily have...
Foods Dogs Should Not Eat - 10 Human Foods That Are Dangerous To Dogs

10 Human Foods Dogs Should Not Eat

A canine body and a human's body just don't work the same way, but try telling your dog that! Much as it's tempting to give...
How to Install a Dog Door at Home for Pets

How to Install a Dog Door at Home

Installing a dog door is a fantastic way to give your pet freedom and exercise, and give yourself a break from playing the doorman. Learning...
What Shots Do Puppies Need - Dog Vaccination Schedule

Dog Vaccination Schedule (and what shots do puppies need)

A new puppy is bound to be inquisitive and stick his wet nose in places it doesn’t belong! That is why it is really...
Why You Should Never Give Pets As Gifts

Let’s Talk: Why You Should Never Give Pets As Gifts

Thanksgiving is over and December is officially here. Last week I was giving advice on sharing Thanksgiving dinner with your dog, and now it's...

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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.
how to get rid of a dog

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...