Dog Food Ingredients to Avoid It’s becoming increasingly popular to check the ingredients lists on the back of human food products—so why don’t we do the same for our dog’s food? “Well,†you think, “they’re a dog. Any kind of dog food will give them the nourishment they need, right?†Unfortunately, when dog food companies …
TIPS FOR KEEPING YOUR DOG COOL DURING THE SUMMER The summer months can be tough without constant access to a pool, and your dog has to contend with an entire fur coat on top of the heat! With a little extra safety measures, you and your dog can enjoy everything the summer has to offer. …
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How To Get Rid Of Dog Smell And Other Pet Odors We know how much you love your four-legged friend. They’re your best buddy and a furry family member. They sit with you on the couch, follow you to the kitchen, and even sneak into bed with you. (You promised yourself that was never going …
HOW TO DEAL WITH JEALOUSY BETWEEN DOGS Dogs have a lot of the same emotions as their human counterparts, and jealousy is no exception. Your dog may be jealous of another pet in the household or even your spouse. Over time, jealousy will disrupt the harmony and social structure of your household, so it’s important …
TRAINING YOUR DOG TO CALMLY GREET STRANGERS If you have an excitable dog, it can be challenging to introduce it to new people. Most people don’t love it when a dog jumps on them, especially a larger dog. (This might be cute when they’re a puppy – less so when they’re full grown and 60+ …
5 Lesser Known Competitive Dog Sports If you’ve ever watched a dog show (televised or in-person), you’ve probably seen agility and obedience competitions. But that barely skims the surface of the world of competitive dog sports. There are so many games you can learn with your dog. Competing in dog sports helps strengthen the relationship …
5 MYTHS ABOUT SHELTER DOGS MYTH: People turn their dogs over to shelters mainly due to aggression or other behavioral problems.This is probably the largest misconception about shelter dogs. People worry that rescue animals come with too much baggage – that they might be vicious or have other emotional and behavioral problems due to their …
5 Supplements to Keep Your Dog Healthy These days, pet owners are more careful than ever about what they feed their dog. They’re more cognizant of what ingredients are put into their dog’s food and how they can best bolster their pet’s nutrition. Just like humans, it’s not always easy to get all of the …
HOW TO ADDRESS SEPARATION ANXIETY Although dismal for humans, 2020 has been a pretty good year for pets. During the pandemic, pet adoptions have skyrocketed, leaving shelters across the country nearly empty. Shelter Animals Count, a database that tracks shelter and rescue activity, recorded 26,000 more pet adoptions in 2020 than the previous year. That …
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