Puppies

Puppies have specific needs and they require special attention from their pet parents. Find the best articles on puppy adoption, puppy training, best puppy foods, how to groom a puppy, how to care for puppies when they’re very young, and what else pet parents must know to grow a healthy dog.

AmazonBasics Puppy Pee Pads Review

Review: AmazonBasics Puppy Training Pads

https://youtu.be/-FWKzoUXHWg If you adopt a puppy, it's unquestionable that he will have an accident in your home eventually. Investing in puppy training pads will help to...
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15 Must-Know Tips for First-Time Dog Owners from a Fellow Pup Parent (Updated 2023)

I've been a dog owner for over 20 years and have adopted and rescued many, many dogs in the past. And let me tell you straight away:...
Top Tips for Puppy-Proofing your Home

6 Quick Tips for Puppy-Proofing Your Home

It’s an exciting day. You've adopted and bringing home your new puppy. Regardless of whether your new dog is old or young, there are a...
7 Tips on How to Prepare for Your Dog's Pregnancy

7 Tips on How to Prepare for Your Dog’s Pregnancy

While it is not as difficult as preparing for your own pregnancy, there are steps that you should take to prepare for your dog’s...
Scientific Reasons to Socialize Your Dog

8 Scientific Reasons to Socialize Your Dog

Dogs are inherently pack animals, much like their wolf ancestors. Research shows that this mindset is deeply ingrained in Canis Familiaris, so to withhold...
Top 7 Best Dry Foods for Puppies of Any Breed

Top 7 Best Dry Foods for Puppies of Any Breed

Adopting a new puppy is very overwhelming, especially if it's your first puppy ever. Many new pet parents ask the breeder or shelter what...
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Dog Pregnancy Stages and What to Expect When Expecting

Your dog's pregnancy can be an exciting time for both of you, but it can also be a stressful time. Knowing all the dog...
The Detailed Puppy Shot Schedule

Puppy Shot Schedule: A Detailed Guide

After you've adopted a young dog, one of the first steps is to come up with a puppy shot schedule. The puppy will need several...
Puppy Potty Training Hacks

20 Puppy Potty Training Hacks

Potty training is one of the more tiring experiences in a new dog owner's life. Every dog is different, and they all learn at...
How Much To Feed A Puppy

How Much to Feed a Puppy & How Often Should Puppies Eat

In order to make a definitive budget for your puppy expenses, you'll need to know how much to feed a puppy and how often puppies should eat. Here are my tips.
Dog Parvo - 10 Most Effective Ways to Prevent It (Based on Science)

10 Ways to Prevent Parvo in Dogs (Based on Science)

Preventing dog parvo is the best way to ensure your pooch will not contract the virus in the first place. Canine parvovirus type 2 is...
Top 12 Best Large Breed Puppy Foods

Top 12 Best Large Breed Puppy Foods

Puppies need to eat a diet that is specifically formulated for their unique nutritional needs. Similarly, large-breed dogs have their own list of nutritional requirements...

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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...