Owning a dog brings immense joy and companionship to our lives. From their wagging tails to their adorable antics, dogs have a way of melting our hearts. But let’s face it, being a dog parent also comes with its fair share of challenges. One of the most frustrating ones? Dealing with a barking dog at night.
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Dogs possess a wide spectrum of body language they use to communicate with both other animals and humans. As a pet parent, it’s critical to comprehend your dog’s body language for creating a robust and prosperous bond with your furry companion.
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We love our dogs beyond words. They’re our best friends on four legs, and we’d do just about anything for them.
But they can also be little stinkers.
Training your dog can be challenging, to say the least, and a massive piece of the puzzle is figuring out how you can reinforce your pup’s positive habits. Here are some of our favorite tricks to help improve your pet’s behavior through positive reinforcement.
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Do you go shopping for your pup’s toys as often as they go through them? Dogs bring endless joy and love into our lives, so keeping them entertained is one way to repay that unconditional enthusiasm. To make sure your dog stays happily engaged, it’s important to give them the right toys. In this blog post, we’ll explore why dogs need toys, identify the various types of dog toys available, and highlight tips to help choose the best options for your pooch!
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When you first bring your puppy home, their angelic little face warms your heart so much. The enthusiastic smiles, the excited jumping, even their gnawing on your hand a little is all just so adorable.
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Do you consider your pet a part of your family?
Most pet parents will answer with an absolute “yes”. In fact the vast majority of pet owners consider their pets as a part of their family “just like anyone else”. For them, the pet isn’t just a creature companion that has to be fed and taken to the doggy daycare.
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Ah, fall, the weather is cooler, pumpkin spice is back in season, and it’s the perfect time to head outdoors with your pup! At Ruffgers, we love using play as part of our positive dog training.
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Top Healthy Treats for your Pup Keeping your four-legged family member happy and healthy is more than just making sure they have the right food and plenty of toys to play with. Dogs (and humans) need to maintain a healthy lifestyle all-around, and exercise is one of the significant pieces of the puzzle. Your pup
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Top Healthy Treats for your Pup When it comes to snack time, you want to make sure you’re giving your dog something healthy. While you might take the time to consider what kinds of food you’re putting into your human body, you may not think about whether your doggie treats are the canine equivalent of
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Cues vs Consequences – Why Dogs Listen or Don’t You know that look your dog gives you when you come home smelling like another dog? When they look at you with that sense of betrayal, it’s easy to believe your dog is jealous. Just like their human counterparts, dogs can get jealous. But this jealousy
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