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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.

The ultimate vet-safe guide to dog aromatherapy. A list of safe essential oils for dogs + Lots of essential oil recipes you can use with your dog right away

A Lyme Disease survivor shares the safest, easiest way to remove tiny ticks from your body and your dogs, plus the absolute best prevention tips.

We found our rescue dog under a dumpster. The vet diagnosed him with Sarcoptic Mites (aka Mange or Scabies) and Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever (a blood disease). He passed the Scabies onto ME and our other dog. Here's what it was like.

Skip bulky, stressful store outfits. Here are 6 lightweight, no-sew DIY dog costumes I’ve tested, plus the ultimate safety warning on fur dyes.

Skip the generic advice. Discover how I keep my dogs calm on Halloween with a proven night-of checklist, 3-ingredient treats, and no-sew DIY costumes.

Here are a couple of fun ways that you and your dog can combat cabin fever together -- from recreational sled dog events to professional sled dog racing and skijoring where your dog pulls you through the snow on skis.

Saying prayers is a fun dog trick that's really cute! Here's how to teach your dog to pray...

A pet brush that works great on ALL dogs is the Furminator deShedding tool. I've used the Furminator for dogs since 2008. My Furminator dog brush review.

Thinking about Nature's Select? Read our in-depth review of their dog food and delivery service after being a loyal customer for over a decade.

My EXTREMELY DETAILED review of the WOOF Pupsicle treat ball AND the WOOF silicone freezer mold -- plus dozens of homemade Woof Pupsicle refill recipes!

This gravity-fed water bowl prolongs the time between when you have to refill your dog's water bowl. I LOVE not having to refill the water bowl every day!

Doggie Driver is like a REAL golf club. The KONG Rocket Tennis Ball Launcher has unique features. And there are many unique ChuckIt Tennis Ball Launchers!