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Purebred Or Mutt – That Is The Question
Most people considering adding a dog to their family take the time to consider the option of purchasing a purebred puppy or dog or choosing a mutt or a mixed breed dog from a shelter or rescue. To help potential dog owners to consider the benefits and potential issues with a purebred or mixed-breed dog,…
Read MoreTips For Transitioning Rescue Dogs During COVID-19
While there are few upsides to the pandemic, one potentially bright spot for many animal shelters and rescues was the outpouring of support from the community. In many cities and towns across the USA, people responded to calls for help from the shelters and facilities to find forever homes for their dogs in the event…
Read MoreTips For Adopting A Dog In Rockville, MD
Adopting a Dog is a Big Deal! There are several places to adopt a dog in Rockville, and it is always a good option to review any policies for adoption. Two of the major locations are the Montgomery County Humane Society and the Montgomery County Animal Services and Adoption Center. There are also some non-profit…
Read MoreInteractive Dog Toys: Brain Games for Smart Pooches
Ways to Stimulate Your Dog’s Brain There are a lot of breeds of dogs that are known for high levels of intelligence and the need for mental stimulation. These include Border Collies, German Shepherds, Poodles, Australian Cattle Dogs, Golden Retrievers, Schnauzers, Labs, Papillons, Dobermans, Rottweilers, and the list goes on. However, all dogs, either purebred…
Read MoreAggression in Dogs
Dogs can be very aggressive and it is of the utmost importance to be able to identify aggressive dog behavior to understand not only how to deal with the dogs but also how to stop aggressive dog behavior with training. Dog to human and dog to dog aggression can lead to fights and other situations – and…
Read MoreTransitioning a Rescue dog
When you first bring your newly adopted dog home, there are steps you will want to take to ensure that this is a time of easy transition to keep your new addition from becoming too overwhelmed. Your new dog will be confused about where exactly she is and what to expect from you. You will…
Read MoreBuilding a Relationship with a Rescue Dog
Starting off on the right foot by building a great relationship with your new rescue dog is the best way to ensure you will have a lifelong and well behaved companion by your side. By building a relationship with him or her, you are demonstrating that you are his confident new leader and will be there…
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