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    How to Care for a Dog on a Budget
    by Rebecca Eisenhuth on August 18, 2017 0

    How to Care for a Dog on a Budget

    Back in the olden days, when we were children and lived in Southern California, our dog was an “outside” dogs. He was there to keep us company and guard our…

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    Dogs and Fireworks: Why it’s a Bad Combination
    by Rebecca Eisenhuth on June 23, 2017 3

    Dogs and Fireworks: Why it’s a Bad Combination

    We are coming up quickly on the Fourth of July, Independence Day, and with that comes a good time for many! Some are going to go to the beach, others…

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    Knowing How to Differentiate Between a Breeder and a Puppy Mill is a Vital Skill to Have
    by Rebecca Eisenhuth on June 8, 2017 3

    Knowing How to Differentiate Between a Breeder and a Puppy Mill is a Vital Skill to Have

      You are pretty sure you know what type of breed of dog you are looking for. You’ve wanted one ever since you were a child! And there is this…

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    How to Make a Puppy Feel Loved From the Moment She Arrives at Her New Home
    by Denisse Aguilar on September 12, 2016 2

    How to Make a Puppy Feel Loved From the Moment She Arrives at Her New Home

    So you’ve adopted a new puppy? Good for you! This is a very good time for the both of you! You’ve got a new family member, and there’re so many…

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    She Left Her Charger Plugged In, But Then Saw Her Doggie Doing This…
    by Denisse Aguilar on September 9, 2016 0

    She Left Her Charger Plugged In, But Then Saw Her Doggie Doing This…

    Although owning a pet is a wonderful experience, it comes with a few downsides. Don’t worry; they’re easily avoidable! However, even the most seasoned doggy owners can forget this and…

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    4 Important Reasons Why You Should be Brushing Fido Regularly
    by Denisse Aguilar on August 1, 2016 0

    4 Important Reasons Why You Should be Brushing Fido Regularly

    For those that have long-haired dogs, brushing and maintenance can seem like a drag. Hair tends to go everywhere, and your pooch might not be in the mood to sit…

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    7 Things You Should Know (But Probably Don’t) Before You Adopt a Doggy
    by Denisse Aguilar on July 29, 2016 3

    7 Things You Should Know (But Probably Don’t) Before You Adopt a Doggy

    Thinking about having a pooch of your own in your life might seem like it’s a lot of fun and games, right? You can probably picture yourself having pleasant afternoons…

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    The Proper Way of Introducing Your Pooch to a Cat
    by Rebecca Eisenhuth on July 28, 2016 1

    The Proper Way of Introducing Your Pooch to a Cat

    It’s been a struggle through the centuries: Dog vs. cat. Will they ever get along? Happily, some get along just fine. Admittedly, these dog and cat relationships generally start early,…

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    6 Tricks You Should Teach Fido That Can Actually Save His Life
    by Denisse Aguilar on July 26, 2016 7

    6 Tricks You Should Teach Fido That Can Actually Save His Life

    Not all doggy tricks are used to entertain or impress other people. Dogs sometimes need to learn certain tricks to make sure they stay happy and safe. You’d be amazed…

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    Here Are 6 Mistakes You Should Avoid When Meeting a New Dog
    by Rebecca Eisenhuth on July 22, 2016 4

    Here Are 6 Mistakes You Should Avoid When Meeting a New Dog

    Even dogs with the best personalities tend to have their moments of fear and anger. It can be anything from an overly affectionate child to a large and threatening looking…

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    How to Properly Introduce Your Dog to the New Baby in the Family
    by Rebecca Eisenhuth on July 22, 2016 4

    How to Properly Introduce Your Dog to the New Baby in the Family

    We have always referred to our pets as “babies” and, until a baby of the human kind comes along, they are! They remain our babies, but priorities do have to…

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    (VIDEO) DIY Doggy Anxiety Wrap That’ll Help Your Pooch Feel Better Fast
    by Denisse Aguilar on July 8, 2016 3

    (VIDEO) DIY Doggy Anxiety Wrap That’ll Help Your Pooch Feel Better Fast

    In a flash, your doggy can have anxiety troubles. And when this happens it can be hard to comfort your pooch at times. In these cases, there are such thing…

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    4th of July Safety Tips for Your Dog That You Shouldn’t Ignore
    by Denisse Aguilar on July 1, 2016 0

    4th of July Safety Tips for Your Dog That You Shouldn’t Ignore

    That wonderful summer holiday is coming up! Hot dogs, burgers, barbecues, fireworks, and parties are all that make this holiday extra special! Is your doggy prepared and safe from all…

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    5 Top 4th of July Doggie Safety Tips: Keep Your Pooch Out of Harm’s Way!
    by Rebecca Eisenhuth on July 1, 2016 3

    5 Top 4th of July Doggie Safety Tips: Keep Your Pooch Out of Harm’s Way!

    We are all excited about the upcoming long weekend and, like many Americans, you may be planning to have a backyard BBQ for Independence Day. And, along with this, maybe…

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    Why the Day After the 4th of July is the Busiest Day for Animal Shelters and What You Can Do About It
    by Denisse Aguilar on July 1, 2016 1

    Why the Day After the 4th of July is the Busiest Day for Animal Shelters and What You Can Do About It

    The summer season is finally here, and there are so many things to look forward too! Most notably, celebrating the 4th of July is one holiday to be really excited…

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    The Toys You Should Never Give Your Doggie and How to Bring Old Toys Back to Life
    by Denisse Aguilar on June 24, 2016 2

    The Toys You Should Never Give Your Doggie and How to Bring Old Toys Back to Life

    Entertaining your energetic pooch is pretty easy. They have lots of fun playing with all kinds of toys. They might even find entertainment in your belongings that aren’t meant for…

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    RECALL ALERT: This Well-Known Brand Recalled Their Dog Food. When You Find Out Why? I Can’t Believe This!
    by sierrag on June 17, 2016 22

    RECALL ALERT: This Well-Known Brand Recalled Their Dog Food. When You Find Out Why? I Can’t Believe This!

    It’s time to ring the alarm once again because recently a brand name that’s well-known recalled their dog food. In particular, they recalled some of their dog food formula; keep…

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    4 Ways You Can Put Your Dog and Others in Harm’s Way at the Vet’s Office
    by Denisse Aguilar on June 17, 2016 1

    4 Ways You Can Put Your Dog and Others in Harm’s Way at the Vet’s Office

    It’s time for the dreaded visit to the vet’s office, are you putting your pooch and others in danger? Believe it or not, there are some things that can go…

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    7 Ways You Can Become a Better Doggie Owner
    by Denisse Aguilar on June 15, 2016 0

    7 Ways You Can Become a Better Doggie Owner

    It takes a surprising amount of effort to be the very best doggie owner. It’s not always about making time to play fetch or feed him the best foods; there…

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    How to Stop 4 Dangerous Dog Behaviors in Their Tracks (or Paws)
    by Rebecca Eisenhuth on June 10, 2016 1

    How to Stop 4 Dangerous Dog Behaviors in Their Tracks (or Paws)

    You can have the sweetest dog in the world, a pup that is usually well behaved and he and the family have a great time together. Then suddenly he will…

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