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Lynnette Walczak

I like to help Dog Parents find unique ways to do things that will save time & money -- so I write about "outside the box" Dog Tips and Dog Hacks that most wouldn't think of. I’m a lifelong dog owner -- currently have 2 mixed breed Golden Aussies that we found abandoned on the side of the road as puppies. I've always trained my own dogs and help friends train theirs, as well. Professionally, I worked at a vet and have several friends who are veterinarians -- whom I consult with regularly. (And just because I love animals so much, I also worked at a Zoo for awhile!) I've been sharing my best ideas with others by blogging full-time since 1998 (the same year that Google started... and before the days of Facebook and YouTube). My daily motivation is to help first-time dog owners be better prepared from the first day your new puppy enters your home. I like to help dog owners understand what's 'normal' and what you can expect in terms of living with and training your dog -- how to get through the ups & downs of potty training, chewing, teaching commands, getting your dog to listen, and everything else that takes place during that hectic first year! When I'm not training, walking, grooming, or making homemade treats for my dogs, you will find me at the corner of Good News & Fun Times as publisher of The Fun Times Guide (32 fun & helpful websites). To date, I've written over 600 articles for dog owners on this site! Many of them have upwards of 200K shares.

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Cooper's Treats Pupsicle Mixes are the best DIY frozen dog treats for summer! My dogs love them. EASY to make: add water, pour into silicone mold, freeze!

Dog peed on carpet or flooring? Here's how to remove dog urine stains & odors from ALL types of flooring. Plus pro tips for removing set-in urine stains.

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I tried dog mints in the past - but they didn't work. So I bought dog mouthwash (Dental Fresh drinking water additive) that got rid of my dog's bad breath!

Proof that a dog collar & dog tags can get caught on things and STRANGLE your dog. It happened to me! Types of dog collars to stay away from + Safe ones.

Dog ID tags from Providence Engraving on Amazon are the BEST! Colors (9). Shapes (7). Price (<$5). Text (front & back). Ratings (70,000 5-star reviews!).

The Best Raw Bones For Dogs - A list of safe dog bones for chewing that are the least likely to splinter. Get them from a butcher, grocery store, or online!