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Aromatherapy For Dogs: The Modern Guide to Using Essential Oils Safely With Your Dog

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

I Have Lyme Disease. This Is The Safest Way To Remove Ticks From Yourself And Your Dogs.

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.

What Finding a Stray Dog Taught Me About Sarcoptic Mites (Yes, I Got Scabies!)

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.

Off Leash Dog Parks: What You Need To Know (Like Beau’s Dream Dog Park At Buchanan Park In Lancaster, PA)

I think Beau's Dream Dog Park at Buchanan Park is the best off leash dog park in Lancaster PA. What you can expect + Tips for enjoying this beautiful park.

6 Clever No-Sew DIY Dog Halloween Costumes That Won’t Stress Your Pup

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.

Low-Stress Dog Halloween Guide: DIY Costumes, Calming Halloween Checklist & Homemade Treats

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.

Fun Winter Activities I’ve Done (Or Considered Doing) With My Dog

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.

How I Taught My Dog To Pray (Say Prayers)

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

How To Build A Dog Ramp For Your Small Dog (Mine’s A Dachshund Recovering From Back Surgery)

My Dachshund recently had back surgery, so I needed a dog ramp (instead of dog steps) so she could get up on my bed. Here's how I made a dog ramp for her!

Best Pet Brush: The Furminator! (Dog Groomers Agree The Furminator DeShedding Tool Is The Best Dog Brush For Shedding)

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.

Want All-Natural Dog Food Delivered FREE In The U.S.? (I’ve Used Nature’s Select Pet Food Delivery Since 2009)

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.

WOOF Pupsicle Review (See Why I Like Pupsicle Treat Balls Even Better than KONGS & Chew King Treat Toys)

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