Author Archive: joyofliving
National Dog Day: Time to Break Out the Treats!
Yippie! It’s National Dog Day, time to celebrate! Time to dig in the dirt, run around the back yard, chew on a bone and pee in the house. Well, okay, probably not that last one, but everything else and then some! Why National Dog Day? Today – August 26th – is NATIONAL DOG DAY! You […]
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Playing With Your Dog: Fun Games To Fight Boredom
With quarantines, work from home options and winter weather such a big part of life right now, playing games inside with your dog can provide exercise for both of you. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. We receive a small commission on goods purchased via these links, at no additional cost to you. Playing games […]
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Pet Adoption: 10 Tips To Successfully Welcome New Pet
Pet adoption can be a great experience if handled the right way. Before adopting a pet, there are some steps you can take to make the experience a successful one. Check out these tips for pet adoption success: Ask yourself why you want a pet. Make sure you’re looking at pet adoption for the right […]
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K9 Veterans Day: Honoring Those That Served Our Country
Approximately 3000 K9 veterans serve alongside our soldiers in the heat of battle and are dedicated warriors whose existence is often unrecognized. Fortunately, there has been a renewed interest in adopting these service dogs as they retire from their military careers. However, it can be quite costly, as the military does not always pay for […]
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Training Your Dog: What’s The Best Age To Start?
Years ago experts advised waiting for 6 months to a year old before training your dog. Methods have changed and are much more motivational than in the past. If you choose a trainer who uses motivational methods, 4 months of age is the optimal time for beginning formal training. Once a dog reaches the appropriate […]
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