As a parent, you’re likely looking forward to your kids going back to school, but that doesn’t mean your dog is looking forward to it. Our pups can struggle when their human besties suddenly begin spending hours throughout the day away from home, especially if they’ve grown used to the company during the day. That’s…
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You’re feeding your dog just like you do every other day when you walk by to feed your other dog. The dog that you’ve always considered to be laid back up until this point emits a low growl of warning as he wolfs down his food. Your other dog — who is more excitable and…
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Is Fido fed up with your shenanigans? If he/she was, would you know how to recognize it? If you’re assuming that a dog who isn’t barking or whining is always happy, you may be missing out on your dog’s most vital emotional cues. For as much as our dogs love us, we can occasionally frustrate,…
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America’s service dogs single-handedly save lives and enable people with disabilities to live fuller lives each and every day. If you have a service dog, you already recognize just how valuable your dog can be to your life in a wide variety of ways. While at work, he or she keeps a constant watch over…
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Dogs are emotional animals that share the same feelings of happiness, sadness and fear as humans. Although your dog is not able to speak, they are able to convey a wide range of emotions by using their bodies. As you get to know your new puppy, keep an eye out for these common emotions…
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For three consecutive years, the three most popular dog breeds in America have remained the same. The second ranked German Shepherd is flanked by Retrievers, with Golden in third place and Labrador in the number one spot. Bulldogs come in fourth, with Beagles rounding out the top five. The rankings from the American Kennel Club…
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Dogs and humans may not speak the same language, but your dog conveys powerful messages through their body language. Tail wagging, panting and prancing around may all be cute puppy behaviors. Yet, they all serve to help strengthen your bond. To help you understand your favorite animal companion better, here are three of the…
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Inviting a puppy into your life is a momentous event! If you’re unfamiliar with canine body language, it can also be confusing. Below is a head-to-tail translation of what your puppy may convey. Although your dog may be female, to facilitate this overview, we’ll refer to your pup as male. We’ve omitted the obvious, sharing…
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Most people have seen and are somewhat familiar with the canines that help disabled individuals navigate through certain daily tasks. However, if you are not constantly in contact with or working with them, there are certain facts that you probably are not aware of. Below are five little known facts about service dogs. 1.) Preparation…
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Whether you are getting ready to welcome a new bundle of joy or have already done so and are now in search of an addition of the four-legged variety, a new dog can bring a young family a lot of joy. A new pet is also a big responsibility, however, and each dog breed brings…
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