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Dog Houses 101: How To Choose The Best Dog House… Or Build Your Own

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Early man realized that a partnership of sorts with dogs would be beneficial to both the human and canine species. Companionship, hunting, and even guard duties made dogs an important part of day-to-day living. The same is true today. To that end, your dog requires a proper shelter -- a simple, yet practical retreat that will protect him from the elements. If your dog primarily resides outdoors, then without a doubt, a dog house is a must. If yours is an indoor dog, then a dog house … [Read more...]

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Create Professional Dog Business Cards… In Minutes!

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No, these aren't business cards for your dog. (Well, I guess they could be if you wanted them to be -- if your dog is that popular at the dog park!) These are business cards for dog lovers. I can think of lots of ways that these cards could be useful. The best part: it's super simple to design your own high-quality, professional dog business cards yourself!   … [Read more...]

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Is Your Dog Refusing To Go Down Stairs? My Solution: A DIY Stair Runner For Dogs

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Out of the blue one day, our dog refused to walk down the stairs in our home -- the ones that connect the first floor to the second floor. He had no problem going up the steps, but he wouldn't come down unless one of us walked side-by-side with him down each of the steps. The stairs are solid wood, not carpeted. And we didn't have stair runners at the time. This unusual behavior started about a year after we moved into this house. Before this, he had been going up and down those steps … [Read more...]

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Easy Homemade Dog Treats For 4-Legged Trick-or-Treaters On Halloween

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On Halloween this year, you are likely to see some four-legged friends on your doorstep next to the children. That's right, more and more people are taking their dogs trick-or-treating with them. So, why not have a separate bowl of dog biscuits at the door next to the bowl of candy for the children? It's a fun way to do something special for the dogs that visit your home this Halloween. Following are some tips for coming up with fun Halloween dog treats this … [Read more...]

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How To Build A Dog Ramp Yourself

My 4-year-old dog Lucy had to have back surgery recently.  It was due to a combination of things: the neighbor's dog attacked her and she fell off the porch in the process of trying to get away.  Then she jumped off another tall porch. Unfortunately, little legs and big jumps don't mix.  I knew the day would come with back issues -- it just happens with Dachshunds -- but I did not expect it this soon.  Fortunately, she recovered quickly. Ever since Lucy's back surgery, … [Read more...]

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How I Made A Dog Crate Table From An Old Piece Of Furniture

Since my new house is so small, I wanted every little spot to look good and have usable space.   The plastic dog kennel I had just did not fit in.  So I went on the hunt for something nicer.   I knew there were furniture type kennels (like these dog crate tables), but I did not realize how expensive they were!   With that, I started looking at my own pieces of furniture to see what I could modify to make my own dog crate table.   Here's how I built a dog crate table … [Read more...]

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Make Dog Treats Yourself To Save Money & Give Your Dog Healthier Snacks

Have you ever taken a look at the ingredients in your dog's treats? Usually, there are several that are hard to pronounce.  Maybe what's in the dog treats doesn't concern you as much as the price does.There is an alternative to high-priced dog treats that have a lot of questionable ingredients in them.Make dog treats yourself.  It's simple! … [Read more...]

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Video Instructions For Making Dog Flowers – Fun Floral Arrangements In The Shape Of Dogs

Dog flowers are flower arrangements made to look like dogs.  They can be made from fresh cut flowers or artificial flowers.  Dog flowers would make a great gift for the dog lover in your life.  And the best part: you can make them yourself! Dog flowers can be made to look like everything from a puppy to a Poodle.  You can even use real dogs by placing them behind a painted picture of a flower. It would be fun to make your own dog flower basket.  To make your own dog … [Read more...]

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How To Make Dog Toys From Tennis Balls

Thinking of buying your dog a new toy?  Why not make your own dog toys at home instead? The following video shows a couple of different dog toys you can make using everyday tennis balls!  The best thing about making your own dog toys is that it's cheaper than buying them from the store. Items you will need to make your own homemade dog toys are: Tennis balls Sock Rope Bell    Here are some more free and cheap dog toys you can make yourself. Your dog … [Read more...]

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Fun Homemade Halloween Costumes You Can Make For Your Dog

For dog owners, Halloween just wouldn't be Halloween unless the dog got in on the fun too! Of course your dog has to get different "treats" -- because candy and refined sugar are not good for dogs. But that doesn't mean your dog can't get their favorite doggie treats on Halloween instead. I've seen people dress their dogs in all kinds of costumes. Some of my favorites have been when the dog's Halloween costume is the perfect match to a person's costume -- like a kid and his dog dressed … [Read more...]

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