Category: Tips & How Tos
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How to Exercise Your Dog in the Winter
Winter means something different to everybody. A January day in California might be 50 degrees with patchy sunlight, while Alaska will hover above zero, staying covered in ice and snow. Whatever climate you find yourselves in, there are exercise options and solutions to stay fit and happy while the wind howls. It doesn’t always mean…
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Paws off, Parker! The Effects of Taste Deterrents
When your dog just won’t stay away from the sneakers, or has been repeatedly caught biting the table leg, one of the best ways to put a stop to the behavior is to apply a taste deterrent. Dogs don’t always understand when they are being scolded or punished, resulting in nothing more than fear of…
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How to Find a Good Dog Breeder
Finding a dog breeder is not as easy as it looks. With online pet sales, poorly disguised puppy mills dogs, and backyard breeders, it is difficult to tell a reliable breeder from a scam. The term “backyard breeder” does not refer to someone who breeds in their own residence. It refers to the innumerable breeders…
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Catnip: What’s the big deal?
Anytime you are reading about caring for cats, training or playing with kittens, the word “Catnip” will often appear. For those unfamiliar with the botanical side of life, Catnip is not just a well-named product marketed for cats. It is not a cat treat, or irresistible cat food blend. Catnip is a natural plant in…
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Cat Furniture and Trees
Cats love to use their claws. Anyone that has ever had a feline friend knows that every carpeted area, towel, curtain, couch and recliner is an easy target for restless paws. Scratching, clawing and climbing is a natural instinct for cats, and is an important part of their exercise. It stretches muscles in their legs,…
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How to Leave Your Pet Overnight
Nobody looks forward to the first day they will have to leave their furry family members. After all the hours spent bonding with your kitten or puppy, the last thing you want to do is leave them on their own. However, when the day comes, you will feel much better about departing if you know…