Dog Tips

These comprehensive articles can guide you through the ups and down of dog ownership, from proper nutrition and exercise to training and grooming. Read through all the tips here to keep your pooch happy and improve their longevity.
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Dog Tips

Banned for Outdoor Use, yet Still Allowed for Use on Pets?

These chemicals are so toxic, they were banned - or at least restricted - for agricultural use. Yet the year after the complete ban of one of these chemicals, massive amounts were sold for the domestic pet market. Now, pets and the environment are paying the steep price.
5 min read
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Dog Tips

What Makes Your Dog Get 'the Zoomies'?

Dogs can experience a phenomenon described as 'the zoomies,' when a dog suddenly dashes back and forth or around in circles with no perceptible destination. There's a term for it nowadays: frenetic random activity periods, also known as FRAPs.
6 min read
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Dog Tips

Dog Age Chart: Forget the 7 Years to 1 Myth

Dogs age astonishingly fast in the first year of life, and from there splits off into size and breed differentials. But you can influence the outcomes more than you think, with these five longevity tricks. Check this chart for your dog's human age today, then proactively enhance his life span.
5 min read
bone broth for dogs
Dog Tips

The Most Intense Healing Food You Can Make at Home

Bone broth is good for a host of issues, and especially for picky eaters or aging pets. While this nutrient-rich superfood is easy and inexpensive to make at home, keep in mind it may not be for every pet, especially those with this type of systemic inflammation.
4 min read
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Dog Tips

How Many of These 11 Pet-Feeding Tips Do You Follow?

A certified canine nutritionist wrote this article on pet feeding. So, how many of her tips are on track, and how many are untrue? You'll want to pay special attention to points 2 and 3 — some of the most widely ignored pet-feeding practices on earth. Start doing them today.
7 min read
k9 nose work
Dog Tips

5 Steps to Teaching Your Dog Fun Nose Work

Suitable for any dog, young or old, this fun training is designed to build confidence and focus, and provide an effective way to keep your dog fit and healthy through mental and physical exercise. Great for reactive, hyperactive, injured or shy dogs.
5 min read
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Dog Tips

Could Your Pet’s Flea Collar Be Harming Them?

You trust these popular flea and tick treatments to keep your pet safe, but what if they do more harm than good? Dive into the surprising side effects of these products and explore nontoxic solutions that keep your pet healthy and your home free of harmful chemicals.
7 min read