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5 Ways to Help Your Dog Thrive This Winter

2020-01-06T22:22:41Z

Winter can be tough on our furriest family members. Between spending more time trapped inside, exposure to cold, dry air, and the stress of the holidays and New Year, winter can take its toll on our dogs. Luckily, helping your dog thrive in the winter is easy! Here are five things you can do to […]

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How to Connect With Your Dog While Studying Abroad

2020-01-06T16:14:45Z

Studying abroad is a common experience for many college students. The chance to see the world, experience other cultures, and further your studies all at the same time is an excellent opportunity that shouldn’t be passed up. Of course, if you’re a pet owner, it can complicate matters a bit. The Challenge of Bringing Your […]

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PetSafe Launches Harness Replacement Program to Keep Dogs Safe in Cars

2020-01-06T15:43:51Z

Just like a child’s car seat, a dog’s car safety harness should be replaced after any accident to ensure safety. If your dog is wearing a harness of any brand during a vehicle accident, PetSafe® will replace it with a crash-test certified Happy Ride™ Safety Harness for free. All pet owners have to do is file a […]

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Behind The Label: Taurine and L-Carnitine for Dogs

2020-01-06T15:16:46Z

When you see a dog food bag or can at your local pet store, the first thing that may catch your eye is the beautiful packaging, but there’s more to dog food than that. Truthfully, there’s a lot of thought and years of research that goes into your dog’s food, and we understand the long-term […]

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Your Dog is the Perfect Partner to Help Stick to Diet & Exercise Resolutions

2020-01-03T04:15:13Z

Like many of us, you may be starting 2020 with a plan to live a healthier, happier life. To help you reach those diet and exercise goals in the New Year, turn to your dog for inspiration and accountability. Less than 25% of people who start a diet and exercise plan stick with their resolutions […]

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The Rise of Pet Sitting Apps: Are All of Them Reputable?

2020-01-02T22:03:09Z

The gig economy has truly taken off in recent years. Roughly one-third of the US population is made up of gig economy workers — but what does that mean, exactly? Gig economy workers are those who don’t necessarily work a 9-5 job, or work for a specific company or boss. Instead, they work for themselves, […]

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American Kennel Club Kicks Off The New Year With Two Brand New Breeds

2020-01-02T19:10:19Z

The American Kennel Club (AKC®), the world’s largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for dogs, announced today that the Barbet and Dogo Argentino will receive full recognition and become eligible to compete in their respective groups on January 1, 2020. These additions bring the number of AKC-recognized breeds to 195. “We’re happy to have the […]

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Proposed New York Law Would Give Tax Credit to Those Who Adopt Pets

2020-01-02T16:21:18Z

A newly proposed New York law would give tax credits to people who adopt their pets from animal shelters. The proposed law would give a tax credit of $125 per dog or cat adopted from an area shelter. The law is designed to promote adoption and rescue instead of buying from breeders. Animal Care & […]

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6 Tips for Renting a Home With Your Dog

2020-01-02T15:19:59Z

Renting a home when you have a dog is a little more complicated than renting a home if you do not have any pets. Some landlords will simply refuse to have dogs on their property, while others will allow them—for a fee. Even if you have the most polite, well-adjusted dog in the entire world, […]

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Will the 12 Dogs of Christmas Find Homes for the New Year?

2020-01-02T02:23:32Z

As we reach the end of 2019, many of us are reflecting on the year behind us, making resolutions and planning for a happy, healthy New Year ahead. In the season of love, celebration, family and togetherness, it’s impossible to ignore the millions of shelter dogs around the country holding onto hope that 2020 will […]

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D.I.Y. Dog Anxiety Wrap for Pet Parents in a Pinch

2019-12-31T14:57:52Z

Many dog parents don’t realize their dogs will be terrified of a thunderstorm, fireworks, or other loud noise until it happens. Unfortunately, running to the store for a Thundershirt or other type of anxiety wrap isn’t always an option. In a pinch, you can make your own dog anti-anxiety wrap using a long bandage. If […]

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Proposed Florida Law Could Require Veterinarians to Report Suspected Cruelty

2019-12-30T16:34:19Z

If a groundbreaking proposed law is passed, Florida veterinarians and animal care workers will be required to report animal abuse just as pediatricians and other healthcare practitioners are required to report child abuse. Gaining bilateral support, a proposed law strengthening protection against cruelty for dogs and cats has been introduced and is building sponsorship in […]

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