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Frequent Urination in Dogs: What It Means and What You Should...

You take your dog for frequent walks daily, both for fun and exercise. As you walk along, your dog stops to smell every mailbox, fire...

Cherry Eye in Dogs: What It Means and How To Deal...

Your dog has been playing outside and you suddenly notice a reddish protrusion in the corner of his eye. A closer look and you...

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...

4 Science-Based Tips for Keeping Senior Dogs Healthy

Ask any dog owner, and they will tell you that the worst part of owning a canine companion is the fact that they don't...

Dog Eye Boogers: What Are They and How To Get Rid...

There is nothing more gross than snuggling your dog only to find a slimy little sticky thing stuck to you when you pull away....

DIY Dog Wheelchair: How to Make a Wheelchair for Dogs

Dogs, just like humans, occasionally need wheelchairs. This could be due to an injury, rehabilitation of limbs, arthritis, neurological issues or something as simple...

Top 10 Best Dog Foods for Small Dogs

Small-breed dogs need foods specifically formulated for them in order to prevent them from developing nutrition-influenced diseases. The most common diseases among small-breed dogs...

Canine Distemper Virus: The Ultimate Dog Owner’s Guide

Distemper is a contagious viral illness that can be carried by and affect various animals, including dogs. Although it is preventable, there is no...

Bone Cancer in Dogs: What It Means for Your Dog and...

Dogs are susceptible to many serious diseases, just like humans. Some breeds are more predisposed to certain illnesses than others. Unfortunately, no matter what...

8 Steps to Preventing and Treating Heat Stroke in Dogs

Heat stroke can be incredibly dangerous to dogs. Canines are not able to handle heat as well as humans, making them more susceptible to...

How Long Do Dogs Live? Explaining the Life Expectancy of Dogs

When looking down at your faithful companion, have you ever noticed a bit of graying around the muzzle? Have you noticed that your best...

Dog Has Diarrhea? 9 Ways to Prevent and Treat It

At some point every dog owner is going to have to deal with some doggy diarrhea. It just goes with the territory. But finding...

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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...