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How to Keep Dogs Off Furniture for FREE

Every pet owner has at least once come home to find their dog situated themselves on their favorite chair. After that, you know you...

High Frequency Training: How to Use Dog Whistles

The dog whistle operates at a higher frequency than the average human is able to hear but that a canine can decipher. Developed by Francis...

Let’s Talk: The Business of Dog Training

Hopefully, you had some time to read my column last week about pet health insurance. I'd really like to turn these articles into an open...

How to Deal With Dog Aggression Without Training Collars

Dogs aren’t always going to behave; that common sense knowledge is apparent to every pet owner in the world. However, not all dogs misbehave in...

Most Popular Dog Supplies

With 2022 approaching, I decided to introduce a new category to this website - a monthly review of best-selling dog supplies and any dog...

25 Best Dog Training Books in 2023

Whether you are undertaking basic obedience training, advanced dog training, or a specialized one all by yourself, some of the best dog training books...

Playtime Protectors: Dog Playpens or Pet Gates?

Playtime is the best time for a dog. He gets the chance to stretch out his legs and play with his favorite person ever—you! However,...

Must Have Dog Supplies Every Dog Owner Should Have

Being a dog owner in this day and age is great! There are so many must-have dog supplies, dog technology, dog foods, and other dog...

How to Stop a Dog from Pulling on Leash

When you're learning how to stop a dog from pulling on the leash, you need to understand the reason for pulling first, then follow these 5 simple steps.

How to Train a Dog Basic Commands

Training a dog takes time and patience. If you're wondering how to train a dog basic commands, this step-by-step guide will give you the tips you need.

15 Most Stubborn Dog Breeds (Hard to Train)

Smart breeds is a category used to describe trainable dog breeds who are fast and adept learners (source). They are the main protagonists in the...

5 Best Dog Repellent Sprays to Correct Bad Behavior

A good dog repellent spray is an effective aid in correcting a dog's destructive behavior or other behavioral issues. It's a simple and humane way...

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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...