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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.

Have a smelly dog? I had a stinky dog too til I figured out which home remedies worked (and which didn't). The best dog odor remedies to remove dog smell.

How do you mentally stimulate a dog? Here are fun ways to challenge dogs & keep them from getting bored! Homemade brain games + DIY dog games and activities

How I avoided Littermate Syndrome raising 2 puppies at the same time. Extra things you need to pay attention to + Products that make raising 2 dogs easier.

Wondering how to brush your dog's teeth yourself? I’ve got SO MANY helpful tips that will make it easy for you to do! See how to clean your dog's teeth now.

My dog had diarrhea yesterday. See all the human foods that work as a dog diarrhea treatment, Plus the 1 recipe that cures diarrhea in dogs the quickest.

The Wicked Ball is one of the best interactive dog toys I've seen. It's 100% automatic, rolls & moves by itself, even turns itself ON &OFF! My dogs LOVE it.

All puppies nip and bite at hands, feet, ankles. See the #1 reason you should not allow this behavior any more + How to stop a puppy from nipping & biting.

Dog Jealousy & Aggressive Dog Behavior - see how to stop your dog from being a bully to another dog, being possessive of you, or even being aggressive.

Acceptable household medications for pets according to vets. Before giving your dog medication, see the correct dose on this list of medicine safe for dogs.