Category: Dogs
Everything you need to raise a happy, healthy dog: puppy training and behaviour, nutrition and treats, grooming, exercise and common health questions. You will also find breed guides to help you choose a dog that fits your home and routine.
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5 Small Dog Breeds That Make the Perfect Family Pet
If you have a family and are looking for the perfect dog, you need to do a little bit of research. Because not every dog breed is going to be compatible with your family, especially with small children in the house. The perfect dog breed for your family is the one that everyone will love.…
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How To Prepare Your Dog For His First Groomer Visit
The trend that fascinates me in the animal training world the most recently is cooperative husbandry and medical training. When we talk about “cooperative care” we mean training our animals (not necessarily dogs) to be able to make choices whether or not they want to participate in their own care. By “care” I mean all…
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What is an aggressive dog?
When you hear someone saying that a dog is “aggressive”, what do you imagine? In my mind, I can see a dog which attacks everything and everyone. A dog that has caused some serious injuries. A dog that is behaving aggressively constantly and absolutely no one can approach them.On the other hand, someone else might…
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How to Choose the Best Waterproof Dog Beds
Dogs make wonderful pets. Loyal and friendly, cuddly and playful, the sheer number of breeds to choose from is bewildering. For many people, a medium sized dog such as a Labrador or collie will be the perfect companion. For others, a small terrier or other type of dog will do the job, especially if space…
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How to Stop a Dog from Shedding
The excessive loss of dog hair can be caused by several factors or be just a natural process. If you notice that the shedding is located in a specific area of the coat, we recommend that you consult a veterinarian as soon as possible, as it can be caused by a parasitic type of disease.…
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How to Prepare Your Dog for Your Baby
Dogs are one of the most gentle animals that you can have as a pet. They are lovable and loyal to their owners. You can find comfort in their company, and they are great stress relievers. The unconditional love they give you is unparalleled, and it will forever exist. Owning a dog often requires time…
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Five Ways Finding the Best Senior Dog Food Can Enhance Your Dog’s Life
Choosing the right food for your dog can feel overwhelming. With so many brands and so many different ingredients covering the shelves at your local store, it can be tempting to simply grab the cheapest one you can find and be on your way. That’s not the best way to choose food for any dog,…
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Great Reasons To Attend Dog Training When Owning A Puppy
Many people hesitate to adopt dogs because they don’t want to deal with a lot of bad habits that are acquired elsewhere. The good news is that you can choose to have a puppy as they’re still too young to have bad habits. To prevent the onset of bad habits, you can bring your puppy to…
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3 Types of Dog Harnesses and the Pros and Cons of Each
When it comes to managing their faithful four-legged family members, pet parents are usually faced with one question: collars or harnesses? While each option has its advantages and drawbacks, animal experts agree that a custom dog harness is the safer of the two. Of course, no walk is completely without risk — even the best…
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Can You Spoil a Dog with too Much Affection?
Dogs are learning throughout their whole life. Training your dog can be the best time of your life, as you are building trust and creating an incredible bond with each other. You may think that it is all about commands and tricks, but your dog learns so much more by just spending time with you.…
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CBD for dogs. Does it really work?
Humans have been using CBD for a host of benefits, from treating skin conditions like acne to helping people suffering with mental illnesses like depression and anxiety. CBD has also been marketed to pet owners to treat anxiety, relieve pain and even help with chronic conditions like arthritis.But the million dollar question is does CBD work…
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5 ways to take care of your dog while traveling
Going on vacation with your dog is a great way to spend time with your best friend. However, not all dogs adapt quickly to their new surroundings so at first, they may not have as much fun as you.But once you start doing a few things to make the change easier, they will be wagging…
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Is it Better to Feed Your Dog Human Food?
There is a reason we love dogs: it’s because they are loyal, enjoyable animals to have around, and offer a great deal of comfort. For some of us, a home is not a home without dogs. There’s something comforting and relaxing about coming home from a hard day at work and having a dog welcome…
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Does Your Dog Bite? Here’s Why — And What You Can Do To Help
Approximately 4.5 million dog bites take place every year in the United States, with around 800,000 of those bites requiring medical attention, according to one study. Whether it’s a natural reaction to fear, pain or feeling threatened, it’s important to realize that all dogs can bite, and that there are risks involved when they do. Thankfully,…
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How to Choose Hypoallergenic Dog Food
In the past, it was common for us to feed our dogs any food without giving much consideration to the ingredients. Most of us would buy food that was on special offer in the supermarket or feed our dogs leftovers without realizing that there may be consequences. This haphazard approach to our pet’s diet often…
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