Category: Tips & How Tos
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Picking the Right Dog House
Many dogs spend most of their time indoors with their human(s); however, if a dog is being kept outdoor, or spends a significant amount of time there, he should have a suitable dog house for protection from the elements, and privacy. When faced with the decision of picking a dog house, there are many considerations…
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Dog Tear Stains: Tear Removers & Home Remedies
If you are unfamiliar with tear stains in dogs, they are dark color stains which appear right below the eyes, on the snout of dogs. The tear stains are caused by (surprise!) the dog’s tears, which may or may not be caused by health issues. Some dog breeds have shallow eyelids, which results in the…
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How to Choose a Veterinarian
Choosing a veterinarian can have a big impact on your dog’s short- and long-term health, and consequently happiness and quality of life. So it is important to take time to find the right veterinarian for your, and your pet. It is important that your animal doctor not just be great with animals, but also have…
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How to Pet a Dog
It may seem like a silly question to ask, but petting a dog properly is more than just stroking its back, and scratching under its chin. There is a proper way to approaching a dog, and petting it; doing so indiscriminately, and without forethought can lead to dog bites or attacks. Dogs are territorial animals,…
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Top 7 Dog Friendly Vacation Destinations
With the number of families who have pets almost double that of families with children, it is about time there were some articles about vacationing with your beloved pet instead of rowdy children—we are kidding, we love kids! With dogs getting the royal treatment at home, being included on wills, and being treated as full…
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How to Take Great Photos of Your Pet?
We have all seen those enviable photos some people have of their pets…the great shots that seem to have come right out of a magazine. Great photography like anything else, either takes time to master, great luck, being at the right place at the right time, or all of the above; however, there are a…
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How to Stop a Puppy from Chewing?
Puppies chew. There is no way around it, but the reasons why they chew vary, and consequently, require varied solutions. If your puppy chews, it is advisable to rule out a few of the potential reasons behind the chewing behavior. Your dog may be chewing as a result of separation anxiety, and may exhibit chewing…
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How to Keep Your Dog from Jumping the Fence?
Even though canine escape artists may provide amusing stories with their ability to outwit the confines of your back yard, these escapes can lead to tragic consequences. It is with this possibility in mind that dog owners should be acutely aware of their dog’s abilities, and reasons why it might want to escape. We will,…
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How to Stop a Dog from Whining?
Dogs have many ways of communicating, one of which is whining. Dogs generally whine when they are seeking some type of attention, if they are particularly excited or stressed, or if they are trying to please their owner. Getting Attention: The most common reason for whining is when a dog is seeking some sort of…
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Dog & Puppy Hiccups
If you are new to dog ownership, you may be surprised to learn that dogs, like humans, will get bouts of hiccups, and even though the hiccups may not sound exactly like what you are used to, you can still recognize it as one. Hiccups in dogs are caused by a variety of factors, none…