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Do This NOW To Keep Your Dog Safe (And Happy!) In A Dog Halloween Costume

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If you're exploring dog Halloween costumes in preparation for an upcoming pet costume contest or Halloween parade, you've come to the right place! First, we've found the top dog Halloween costumes that will give your dog a leg up on all the other dogs wearing costumes this year. Plus, some of the best Halloween costume ideas for dog owners and their pets. For the do-it-yourselfers, here are lots of homemade dog Halloween costumes that are just for your dog, along with plenty of dog-related … [Read more...]

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Dog Christmas Dangers: Tips To Avoid A Dog Emergency On Christmas Day

Christmas Day is a joyous occasion, but did you know that Christmas Day can be the most dangerous day for your dog? According to Veterinary Pet Insurance, last year more than 200 of their policyholders found themselves in the vet's office due to an accidental injury to their dog or their dog ate something they should not have eaten. The top 5 reasons dogs visited a vet on Christmas Day last year were: Gastritis / Enteritis Lacerations or bite wounds Soft tissue trauma Foreign … [Read more...]

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VIDEO: Dog Winter & Holiday Safety Tips

With the holidays and winter months fast approaching, you want to make sure that your dog is safe and protected.  The following video provides some great tips for keeping your dog safe during the holidays and cold winter months.Some of the best tips include: Take extra steps to keep small dogs warm.  You may need to have your dog stay indoors when it's really cold outside. If your dog is a puppy or has short hair, always make sure that your dog wears a coat or sweater whenever … [Read more...]

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Holidays With Dogs: How To Keep Your Dog And Your Guests Safe & Happy This Holiday Season

To have an enjoyable holiday season with your dog and your family and your guests, you will want to do a few extra things to make sure that your dog and your guests stay safe.   Here are 3 things you can do to keep everyone safe and happy over the holidays: Have rules.  Be clear -- with your dog and your guests -- what the rules are in your home regarding the dog. For example, don't let your dog jump up on people.  Do let guests know when it's okay to give 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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Win A Free Halloween Costume For Your Dog

This year Halloween is out... and HOWL-o-ween is in!Your kids are probably too hopped up on sugar as it is, so this year make sure that your dog has the best costume in the house.Actually, we're going to help you with that by giving away the Halloween costume of your (and your dog's) choice from our friends at PetSmart.See how to enter to win a free dog Halloween costume below...  … [Read more...]

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Dog Clothing 101 ~ How To Get Your Dog To Wear A Halloween Costume Or Other Clothes For Dogs

Are you planning to participate in a pet parade with your dog?Or maybe you'll be entering a pet Halloween costume contest this year.Here's a word of advice: make make sure that your dog doesn't mind being dressed up first... several days before the big event!Trying to get a dog to wear a Halloween costume can sometimes be tricky. Your dog may not like the feeling of wearing a strange, bulky costume. Not to mention the fact that some dogs don't even like wearing clothes at all.Here's how to … [Read more...]

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Dog Owners: See How To Make Dog Halloween Costumes For Kids & Adults

If you have a dog, then chances are dog Halloween costumes are right up your alley. Whether you're looking for a Halloween costume for yourself, or your child (or even your dog!), there are lots of ideas to choose from here. The best part: most of these are a cinch to make yourself! And yes, there are a bunch that actually do involve your dog as well. So, if you're looking for a costume for your dog this year, you're bound to find some fun dog Halloween costumes below. For all the … [Read more...]

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15 Tips For Safe Summer Fun For You And Your Dog!

With summer upon us, it's time to let the kids and pets outside so they can burn off some steam and enjoy the beautiful outdoors. Kids and dogs have a lot in common. They tend to let loose.... running and jumping, going here and there with no thought of what dangers may be present around them.As with your children, your dog's well-being is your responsibility. That's why it's important to keep safety and good health high on your checklist, so summertime will be a fun time for your whole … [Read more...]

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Valentine Gifts For Your Dog

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Our canine companions are our best friends. They love us unconditionally. A great time to show how much we love them is on Valentine's Day. Since our dogs are part of the family, they deserve a special Valentine's treat. Here are some fun things you can give your dog this Valentine's Day...   Doggie Day Spa Last year I sent my Alaskan malamute, Meeko, to a doggy spa. … [Read more...]

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