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Depending on where you live in the country, you may expect the next few months to be cold, wet, and snowy. Just like just like snow and freezing temperatures can present some serious concerns for you, there are also concerns for your dog that you want to be aware of. Knowing the winter dangers for […]

There are many reasons to bring a second dog home. Having another puppy in the house can be exciting and filled with dog cuddles. Dogs are social animals too, so your dog can benefit from having another dog to play with. But a second dog is also a commitment, so there are several factors to

Dog’s have a reputation for having good night vision. After all, the wolves they are descended from do most of their hunting at night, so it would make sense that our pet dogs have some ability to see in the dark as well. In fact, dogs can probably see 5 times better than we can

In terms of unwanted dog behaviors, humping is one of those that tend to be the most embarrassing for human owners. Whether your dog is mounting other dogs at the park or humping visitors’ legs when they come to the house, having your dog display this behavior can leave you feeling embarrassed and awkward. The

Training is an important activity for you to do with your dog. The act of training itself is a great way for you and your dog to interact and bond. It also establishes you as the leader in your home and someone your dog can trust. Training is also a necessity to keep your dog

As dog owners, many of us like to take our pets everywhere. This includes our favorite restaurants where our pets can be our dining companions. The experience can also be enjoyable for the dogs with new sights, smells, and maybe extra attention. In order to dine out with your dog while still maintaining that enjoyable

When you are out and about and see a cute dog, your first instinct might be to pet him. We get it. Dogs are cute and cuddly. But there are many reasons not to rush in and pet the dog. He may be in training, uncomfortable around strangers, or have a medical issue you are

Whether you’ve just brought home a puppy, a rescue dog, or you’re ready to start training a beloved family pet, there is no better time to get started with dog training. Young dogs, old dogs, and all breeds capable of learning new tricks or changing unwanted behaviors as long as you have the right training

While breeds like huskies are known for their “talkative” natures, most dogs are not particularly chatty. They may bark when they are excited or defensive, and they may whine when they are upset or want something. Otherwise, your dog probably does not vocalize their thoughts often. But this does not mean that your dog is

As dog owners, we often like to convert our dog’s age to “people years” using the age-old 1 dog year equals 7 human years. Recent research studies on dogs’ DNA show that the math is actually a bit more complicated, and that the ratio of dog years to human years changes as the dogs age.