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Dog Crate Sizes: Can a Crate Be Too Roomy?
Dog crate sizes can be tricky. The other day, I walked into the living room to find Pix...
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Dog Upset Stomach: Why Bruno's Grass Addiction Has ...
Even if Bruno never says a word, sometimes a dog upset stomach is hard to miss. Sunday ...
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Scent Training for Dogs: Pixie Thinks She’s the Nex...
The neighborhood park was buzzing with excitement last Saturday. One of our local dog t...
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Can Dogs Eat Cat Food? And Why Bruno Is Convinced H...
Last weekend, I was helping Mrs. Jenkins mulch her backyard rose garden. She’s got the ...
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Dog Agility Training: How to Build Dog Obstacle Course
Last Saturday, our local dog shelter set up a full-on dog agility training course on th...
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How Often Should I Feed My Dog: Why Pixie Thinks It...
It was one of those crisp, breezy mornings in the neighborhood park—the kind where you ...
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Nose Work Dog Training (Or Why My Backyard Now Smel...
Pixie has a nose that could rival a bloodhound’s. She’s not one, of course—just a scrap...
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Should You Let Your Dog Sleep With You: Has My Bed ...
There’s nothing like cozying up under the blankets on a chilly night. But in my house, ...
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Running With Your Dog (And Why Dogs Make the Best R...
I used to run solo. Just me, the sound of my sneakers hitting the pavement—and the occa...
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Why Do Dogs Eat Rocks...And Why Bruno Had Me Freaki...
Dogs will eat just about anything. But dogs eating rocks? That’s a new one. The first t...
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Impulse Control Training for Dogs: My Terrier Doesn...
Last Saturday, my neighbor Kelly brought over a plate of mini bagels with cream cheese ...
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Dog Gut Health: A Tale of Eternal Stench
Sometimes signs of digestive problems in dogs are easy to spot. So, let’s talk about Br...
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Loose Leash Walking: Replacing Sled Dog Drag with C...
If you've ever been yanked down the sidewalk by an overexcited dog chasing after a squi...
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Dog Joint Health: Is Bruno's Slow Stretch a Sign of...
One morning, I noticed Bruno didn’t want to get off the couch. At first, I thought he w...
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Dog Training Hand Signals: Learn to Speak Dog with ...
Dog training hand signals reinforce commands and make training faster and easier. They ...
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How Often Should You Groom Your Dog: No More Bath-T...
I hear a lot of debate on the topic: how often should you groom your dog? While some be...
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How to Train a Dog Without Treats: The Power of Var...
Learning how to train a dog without treats is as important a dog parent skill and knowi...
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How to Clean a Dog’s Ears: A Battle of Wits, Wax & ...
Cleaning dog ears isn't at the top of my favorite things list. But I understand its imp...
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How to Stop a Dog from Chewing on a Leash (Without ...
Learning how to stop a dog from chewing on the leash is dog training 101. If we can't g...
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Dog Sleeping Positions: What's Your Dog’s Snooze Style
Humans are curious. Sometimes, we find meaning in the most random behaviors. But when i...
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Dog Vet Visit: How to Reduce Vet Anxiety in Dogs
Dog scared at vet? Mine too. My lab mix Bruno loves car rides. He practically flies int...
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Dog Teeth Cleaning: Why I Don't Brush Their Teeth
Have you ever settled into relaxation mode after a long day when suddenly, your favorit...
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Dog Training Rewards: What Works Best (and What to ...
Using the best dog training rewards is almost as important as choosing your dog trainin...
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Why Do Dogs Eat Poop? Don't Tell Pixie I Told You A...
Why do dogs eat poop? Is it ever "normal" or a sign of something bad? Don't tell Pixie ...
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Why Do Dogs Follow You Around? Shadow on Four Legs
Ever wonder: why is my dog so clingy? While I'm close with my dogs, this behavior once ...
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Dog Bad Breath: This Stinks! And How to Fix It
Dog bad breath can catch you off-guard and ruin the perfect bonding moment. Several yea...
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Positive Reinforcement Training: Why Reward Beats P...
Like most people who've always had dogs, I regret some of the ways I've approached dog ...
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Protein for Dogs: The Secret Ingredient Society For...
To find the best protein for dogs, it's important to look at the diets of my dogs' ance...
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How to Train a Dog to Sit: It Doesn't Get Much Easi...
The other day, I was at the lake with my dogs running off-leash when an over-excited go...
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Why Do Dogs Eat Grass? The Truth Behind Their Green...
"Is it bad for dogs to eat grass?," is the first thing I thought when I saw my loveable...
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Obedience Dog Training: Good Dogs Aren’t Born, They...
A "good dog" is a well-behaved dog, a socialized dog who understands how to interact wi...
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Dangerous Foods for Dogs: What’s Safe, What’s Toxic...
Chocolate is a big no-no when it comes to dangerous foods for dogs. But many other toxi...
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Reactive Dog Training: Turning Chaos Into Calm, One...
I have seen reactive dog training go wrong more than once—tugging, berating, shouting, ...
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Dog Keeps Sneezing: It's Not What You Think
Why is my dog sneezing so much? I asked myself the same question the other night. I was...
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How to Get a Puppy to Stop Biting: From Teething Te...
Look! Puppy teeth are sharp. You don't have to explain to me why you screamed like a to...
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Best Dog Breeds for Apartments: The Perfect Pup for...
I’ll admit it—I’ve always had a thing for big dogs. There’s just something about a mass...
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Crate Training a Puppy: The Tale of Tiny and the Co...
Crate training a puppy is easier than you think. And if you present the crate experienc...
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How Big Will My Puppy Get? The Mystery of Murphy
How big will my puppy get? Every new dog parent wants to know. And I've got the answer ...
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How to Potty Train an Older Dog: No More Indoor Oop...
It's hard enough to learn how to train a dog to pee outside when they're a puppy. It's ...
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Dog Ear Infections: Time for an Uncomfortable Conve...
Dog Ear Infections can sneak up on even the most attentive pup parent. And the signs of...
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Clicker Training for Dogs: Could It Be Better than ...
I haven't always been a fan of clicker training for dogs. In fact, it confused me. Why ...
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Dog Kidney Disease: Biscuit's Journey to Better Dog...
When dogs start to show early signs of kidney disease, immediate action can drastically...
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Puppy Socialization: Raising a Confident, Happy Pup...
Just like a human child learns not to run into the street or how to interact with new p...
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Dog Dental Care: How Wolves Keep Their Teeth Clean
Just like humans, dog dental care is vital for oral and overall dog health. Without a c...
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How to Train a Dog Not to Bite: The Tricks, Treats,...
Learning how to train a dog not to bite at an early age can save you a lot of trouble a...
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Dog Diabetes: What Every Pup Parent Needs to Know
In our cozy corner of the world, it's easy to think we're immune to some of life's hard...
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Dog Collar Vs Harness: The Right Choice for Your Ca...
The best training tools can make all the difference. Choosing between a dog collar vs h...
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Why Do Dogs Like Chewing on Bones? Mystery Solved
If you've ever wondered why do dogs like chewing bones, you're certainly not alone. I g...
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Dog Training Collars: A Guide for Responsible Pet P...
Last weekend, during our neighborhood dog meet-up, the topic of dog training collars sp...
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Foods Dogs Can Eat: Healthy Human Foods to Feed You...
The human foods dogs can eat may surprise you as much as those that should stay off-lim...
