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10 Ways to Keep Your Puppy Happy
Puppies need lots of attention, supervision & interaction. I have some tips for you on how to keep your puppy happy. Helpful Puppy Training Tips Having a new puppy in the home is an exciting time for everyone. For first-time dog owners, it can also be a bit of a challenge. Without experience in being…
Read MoreQuestions To Ask A Potential Dog Trainer
What To Ask A Dog Trainer Taking the time to get to know as much as you can about the professional services offered by a dog trainer is an important step in getting the right match for your dog and yourself. Being a dog trainer is a lot more than just having a way with…
Read MoreThe Medical Benefits Of Dogs
Service dogs are specially trained canines that can provide a wealth of support and assistance for people with disabilities. There are dogs that are trained to detect seizures and alter their owners to sit or lie down as well as dogs that can act as a person’s eyes, ears and even as their hands, fetching…
Read MoreHelping Kids Overcome The Fear Of Dogs
While kids and dogs are a natural match, not all children are initially comfortable around dogs of any size or type. Of course, larger breeds or even small dogs that bark, snap or growl can be very intimidating to a child. We have some tips on how to help kids overcome the fear of dogs.…
Read MoreFlea, Tick and Heartworm Prevention and Treatment
One of the most important tasks and responsibilities for any dog owner is in the preventative care and health of their dog(s). Parasites and insects such as fleas, ticks, heartworms and other types of worms are much easier to deal with through a preventative approach than through treatment options. In this article we cover flea,…
Read MorePreventing Dog Bites: A Guide For Owners
In most states and localities, controlling a dog of any breed or type is the responsibility of the owner. While there are some exceptions, legal liability always rests with the aggressive dog’s owner. The most common exceptions are if the dog is guarding or protecting and on or her own property or if the individual…
Read MoreChoosing The Right Breed Of Dog For Your Family
If you were to talk to 50 dog owners, you would probably hear of the virtues of 50 different breeds of dogs to have as a family pet. In reality, there are only a few breeds that are not a good match for families and these tend to be rare breeds that are not typically…
Read More5 Ways To Prepare Your Pet For Travel
Traveling with a pet can be a lot of fun, but there are some specific steps that you should take to prepare your pet for this new experience. Most dogs are very good travelers with dogs typically enjoying a car ride and many very comfortable with air travel as well. Below, I have some tips…
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