18 Ways to Exercise a Dog Indoors
While nothing can replace a nice walk or hike in the fresh air, it’s good to know your dog can still get a great workout indoors. From walking your dog around a big box pet supply store, to setting up…
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Dog Health and Wellness
Should You Leave a Light on for Puppies? Expert Advice
Do you ever leave the house in broad daylight, and by the time you get home it’s pitch dark? Did you panic when you realized you didn’t leave a light on for the dog? I can definitely relate! Dogs can…
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Uncovering the Dangers of Dogs Under Covers
My heart dog Red loved to sleep under the covers, whether it was in bed with me or wrapped in a blanket I kept on every dog bed. Of course I kept an eye on her, but the blankets were…
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Are Electric Blankets Safe for Dogs?
I’ve been spoiled by the beautiful weather this summer, and it feels like the cold weather has come on so suddenly. That means turning my attention to how I’m going to keep my dog warm and comfortable. Generally speaking, electric…
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Panting in Dogs: What is Normal and What Isn’t
It’s normal for a dog to pant, the thing is how can you tell the difference between what’s normal and what isn’t. It’s normal for a dog to pant after a hike, if it’s hot out, he’s feeling anxious or…
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Should You Soak Kibble for Puppies?
There are as many brands of dog food as there are types of dogs. It is important to decide on the right brand and type of food for your pet in every stage of his or her life. Puppyhood is…
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The Pros and Cons of Leaving Water Out for Puppies
It’s safe to assume every household with a dog has at least one bowl of water out at all times, but is it really necessary? To avoid the risk of dehydration, a potentially deadly condition, puppies and dogs of all…
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How to Care for a Blind Dog: The Definitive Guide
If all this is fairly new, you may find it hard to believe things will get better. As you and your dog adapt to the blindness, there is no reason why your dog can’t still have a wonderful, happy and…
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Do Old Dogs Like Toys? (Spoiler: It Depends)
Toys help dogs learn, they tire them out, prevent boredom, help with anxiety and they’re fun. Many old dogs do love to play with toys, a fact confirmed by a recent survey I did of senior dog parents. Many old…
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Did Your Dog Forget His Potty Training? Here’s What to Do
You’ve spent all that time potty training your dog, and now it seems he’s having more and more accidents in the house. What’s going on! There are lots of reasons why a dog is peeing or pooping in the house,…
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