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Service Dogs: What You Need to Know

According to the University of Arizona, about 1% of individuals with disabilities use a Service Dog. Each day these dogs make a significant impact...

Therapy Dog Training: How To Get Your Dog Certified

Everyone needs a helping hand (or paw) once in a while. Therapy dogs are good for people who are struggling with mental illness, psychological...

Technologically Advanced Vest Gives Service Dogs an Upgrade

A big trend this year is wearable gadgets that are made for dogs and cats, which has been a common practice for service animals...

9 Famous Dogs That Are the Biggest Movie Stars

1Rin Tin Tin Rin Tin Tin was a household name for many families in the age of silent film, and rightfully so. Rin Tin Tin on IMDb The famous...

Petition is Circling to Crack Down on the Sale of Fake...

Service dogs are identified with special tags, vests, harnesses, and leashes. These products should only be sold to dog owners that need them for...

How to Get Your Dog into Movies

Everyone thinks their pet is a star. But does your dog show true Hollywood potential? Getting him or her into show business may seem...

Open University Creating New Technology to Help Dogs Support Humans

Working dogs are used in many different professions, but the most common are service dogs that help people with any number of physical and...

Scientists Use Shelter Dogs to Sniff Out Rare Gorillas

In recent years scientists have begun to realize the potential that dogs can have on their research. They have been using canines more and...

Researchers Looking to Invent Technology to Decode “Dog Talk”

Most dog owners have spent time thinking about what their dogs would say if they could talk. Now, researchers at North Carolina State University...

Canada Proposing Dog “Driver’s License” to Stop False Service Dogs

For many people, service animals are their key to a life of independence and functionality. They rely on these well trained pets to perform...

Tennessee Police K-9 Killed By Bank Robber Inspires New Law

Terry Burnett, a 29-year veteran police officer, remembers the day in 1998 that he responded to the call of a bank robbery in progress....

Police Officer Helps Start Dog Training Association

Police departments use canine officers for all kinds of operations including search-and-rescue missions, drug stings, and bomb threats. These dogs have to endure an...

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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...