Choosing the Right Dog Collar

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Choosing the Right Dog Collar Selecting the right dog collar for your canine can make a big difference in whether or not your dog is able to be trained properly. When you walk into a pet store, you may feel overwhelmed by all of the available options there. Logically, whichever collar you choose, you need to make sure you are able to hang its ID tags from it. However, beyond that, you may need help in choosing the right collar for your dog, as it should be safe, sized properly, and comfortable. Dog Collar Types Flat Buckle Collar: The most popular of all the varieties, a flat buckle dog collar… Read More Continue Reading

Giving Bones to Dogs

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Should I Give My Dog Bones? Throughout history, dogs have been pictured chewing on bones. Perhaps this has made giving bones to dogs a sort of normal activity or tradition. This is particularly true around celebrations when roasted meats are served. Family members may want the dog to be a part of the celebration, so they feed the dog a bone from their plate. Bones and Dogs Dogs love to chew on bones, so many people give in and feed their dog a bone. However, many are unaware that giving your dog a bone to chew on is a safety concern. Should you give your dog bones? According to the… Read More Continue Reading

Choosing the Best Doggy Daycare

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Choosing the Best Doggy Daycare Doggy daycare is a great way to give your pup a change of scenery, lots of exercise, and canine companionship. For many dog owners, it is a way to have peace of mind knowing that their furry friend is being cared for while they are busy taking care of personal responsibilities. With that being said, it is important to choose the right daycare for your specific dog. How do you know which one you and your dog are going to be happy with? To begin, they should be more than happy to be patient and thoroughly answer any questions that you have for them. Questions… Read More Continue Reading

How Many Puppies Do Most Dogs Have?

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How Many Puppies Do Most Dogs Have? Perhaps you have a pregnant dog and need to become prepared for the litter of cuties that is to come. Logically, it would be nice to see inside her belly and know how many puppies are on the way. Until that day, here is how you can make an educated guess based on a few different factors. How Many Puppies Do Dogs Have on Average? The number of puppies that your dog will give birth to depends upon her health as a whole, as well as her age and breed. With that being said, the average number of puppies that doggie moms give… Read More Continue Reading

Can Dogs Really Understand What We are Saying?

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Can Dogs Really Understand What We are Saying? Many people feel a special bond with their dogs. Some feel so close that instead of pouring out their heart to one of their human friends, they have long conversations with their dogs. After all, dogs are great listeners, aren’t they? Have you ever wondered how much of what you say to your dog it actually understands? Can dogs really understand what we are saying? Let’s talk about what the experts have to say about the matter. How Big Is a Dog’s Vocabulary? According to Science Alert, a recent study showed that the average dog shows a consistent response to approximately 89… Read More Continue Reading

How to Get Rid of Dog Smell

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How to Get Rid of Dog Smell Do you perhaps have a new puppy at home? If so, then you are likely all too familiar with cleaning up after accidents that happen inside of your house. After all, it is all a part of puppy training. However, this doesn’t mean that you have to live with the telltale odor for the rest of your life. The most important thing to know is that you need to clean up after your dog right after it happens. Otherwise, your pup will think that this is his special spot where he can go potty. To help avoid accidents from happening in the first… Read More Continue Reading

Do Dogs Like to Be Hugged?

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Do Dogs Like to Be Hugged? Christmas is here, and with it comes family get-togethers where lots of different people are going to be around your dogs. For your guests who like dogs, some of them may choose to be overly affectionate with your canines. Petting your dogs is one thing, but embracing them in a hug is another. This behavior begs the question, “Do dogs like to be hugged?” Affection in Dogs Vs. Humans Hugging is a very humanistic way to show someone that you care for them. However, in a dog’s mind, they are being held or constricted in some manner when we hug them. Dogs express their… Read More Continue Reading

5 Signs That Your Dog Could Be Pregnant

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5 Signs That Your Dog Could Be Pregnant People often don’t discover that their dog is pregnant until she is well into her last trimester. Logically, it’s not as easy as using an at-home pregnancy test to figure it out. Visiting her veterinarian is the only way to find out for certain. However, there are several signs that can help uncover the truth of whether or not your dog is pregnant. Dogs are pregnant for only about 2 months, so knowing as early on as possible is advantageous to ensure your dog has healthy puppies. 1. Sudden Change in Appetite Similar to humans, during the first few weeks of pregnancy,… Read More Continue Reading

How to Stop Your Dogs From Barking at Guests

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How to Stop Your Dogs From Barking at Guests So, let’s say you have planned the perfect dinner party, and you want everyone to feel welcome upon entering your home. The table is set and everything is complete. Next, the doorbell rings and your dogs come running to the door, barking like crazy. You sigh in disappointment as your guests can’t get past your barking dogs to get into your house. What is a pet parent to do? Dogs must spend a lot of time trying to figure us out. Sometimes we praise them for being a watchdog and guarding the house, but when we invite people inside, we expect… Read More Continue Reading

Dealing With Fence Fear

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Dealing With Fence Fear Fence fear is a term we use to describe a dog who appears fearful or extremely cautious of the new electric dog fence systems. Some dogs may show fence fear in response to the correction, the boundary flags, or the the warning tone. The approach to dealing with fence fear in a dog is tied to the cause of the fence fear and the severity of the dog’s reaction. A dog scared of an electric fence needs to be taken very seriously. Flag and/or Warning Tone Fear Some dogs are very sensitive to changes in their routine or surroundings. For dogs like these the appearance of… Read More Continue Reading