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Easter Egg Hunt Fun With Find It Game
There will be many Easter egg hunts happening this weekend, so why not plan one for your dog using the find it game? Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. We earn a small commission on goods purchased via these links, at no additional cost to you. Many of my pet clients love to play “find […]
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Adding a Puppy To the Family? Answer These Questions First
A friend of mine got a puppy a few months ago. The puppy is sweet and very cute, but he does whatever he feels necessary to get familiar with this big world. Almost from the first day, my friend was putting posts on Facebook asking for advice on how to curb things like puppy chewing. […]
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Winter Skin Care for Pets
Winter wreaks havoc on our hair and skin, causing dryness and the dreaded static electricity. We aren’t alone in needing to take special care of our hair and skin in winter, our pets have special needs too. Here are some tips to help pets look and feel their best during winter: The air inside can […]
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A Memorial: Remembering Friends We Lost in 2018
Each year, I look back on the year ending and recall friends that passed away. This year was especially tough, with five pet friends passing over the Rainbow Bridge. Some of them were long time friends, some new, but all were special in their own way. They will all be forever missed by those of […]
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Make the Holidays Safe for Your Pets
It’s the holiday season, and you are probably running around like crazy. While you are busy decking the halls and baking holiday goodies, it is easy to forget about your four-legged friends in your midst. Make the holidays safe for your pets by avoiding the following dangers: Toxic Plants Poinsettias, holly, mistletoe, lilies, and even […]
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Pet Friendly Colleges: Not As Many As You Might Think
According to a recent CNBC.com article, in a poll of 1,000 colleges and universities across the country only 4% of those polled permitted students to bring pets with them to the dorm. For those pet friendly colleges, rules and guidelines vary from campus to campus. Review College Pet Policy In Advance Some pet friendly colleges […]
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Canine Vocabulary Words: Back-to-School Time To Brush Up!
It’s hard to believe school will be back in session in a few weeks! My, how time flies! Students across the nation will be heading back to class, eager to learn more and more every day. Even on this blog, our goal is to educate and entertain our readers. School is in full-swing year-round here. […]
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Training Small Dogs: 5 Tips to Remember
Small dogs sometimes have a reputation for being hard to train. Actually, many small breeds are quite intelligent and training …
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How to Communicate With Cats: No ESP required!
Marty’s spent some time observing dogs and humans interacting, and it always amuses him how dogs enjoy and understand such simple commands as “Sit;” “Stay;” “Down;” and “Fetch.” To communicate with cats, there’s a little more finesse involved. However, do you know how to communicate with your cat? Felines do tend to be a bit […]
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Mistakes To Avoid When Walking Your Dog
Spring has finally arrived! Many people are outside with their dogs, walking the neighborhood trails and playing catch with them! To get the most enjoyment from walking your dog, here are some common mistakes to avoid: Playing Follow the Leader Allowing your dog to lead the way on a walk sends him the message he […]
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