Dog Training Commands 101: How Do You Train An 8-Week-Old Puppy To Understand Basic Dog Commands?

Believe it or not, a puppy is never too young to learn basic dog commands. In fact, you can (and should) introduce puppy training the day you bring your new dog into your house. A well-behaved dog is what everyone wants, but not everyone wants to start the dog training early enough. By training your puppy early, she will always know what's expected of her inside your home.

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Best Indestructible Dog Toys For Aggressive Chewers

Tough dog toys!... A list of the best solid rubber dog toys, the most durable squeaky dog toys, the best plush dog toys for aggressive chewers, the most indestructible flying discs, and the best hard plastic dog toys for serious chewers.

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Acceptable Household Medications For Pets Chart From My Veterinarian

A list of acceptable household medications for pets, according to vets. Plus the correct doses for dogs & cats. Before giving your dog medications from your medicine cabinet, be sure to check this list of human medicine safe for dogs first!

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19 Of The Best Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds For People With Pet Allergies

Do you have an allergic reaction to dogs? Maybe you’re allergic to dog hair. Or maybe you’re allergic to dog saliva. Either way, you’re in luck... This Hypoallergenic Dogs List includes 19 non-shedding and non-drooling dogs that are great for people who have pet allergies! Learn the difference between hypoallergenic and non-hypoallergenic dogs, and see why these 19 were chosen as the top hypoallergenic dogs that pet allergy sufferers most frequently adopt.

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Is Your Dog Refusing To Go Down Stairs? My Solution: A Cheap DIY Stair Runner For Dogs

DIY Dog Stair Treads - Suddenly our dog refused to walk down stairs in our home. (Hardwood steps, not carpeted.) See my cheap DIY stair treads solution. It has worked for us for 10 years now... and counting!

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Find A Mobile Vet: How To Find Local Veterinarians That Make House Calls

Mobile vets are licensed and must have their facilities -- usually a clinic on wheels -- inspected regularly, just like a regular vet clinic. Many varieties of mobile veterinarians exist, and a mobile vet's services run the gamut from conducting monthly neighborhood clinics for spay and neuter services, to bringing state of the art equipment to your door for full-service pet care, and everything in between.

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Are Pressed Rawhide Bones For Dogs Safe? (Pros & Cons – What You Need To Know Before Giving Them To Your Dog)

Pressed rawhide was the very first type of dog chew that I tried with my dogs (decades ago) -- after hearing all the bad things about rawhide bones and rawhide dog chews. Following are the most important things you need to know about pressed rawhide vs. regular rawhide bones for dogs. Plus all of the pressed rawhide bones safety information you're probably wondering about!

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Free Dog Samples: Lots Of Free Dog Food, Treats, Toys, And Supplies… Just For Asking!

Like free stuff? If you're frugal like me, then you'll enjoy these FREE dog samples -- all directly from the dog food & treat manufacturers themselves. There are no hoops to jump through and no shipping fees. Enjoy!

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What Happens When A Dog Is Euthanized? What Is The Process Like?

How do veterinarians euthanize a dog? What is the process like? What actually happens when a dog is euthanized? I've had 2 dogs put to sleep recently... Here's what it was like. From the perspective of someone who's been through it several times with her own dogs through the years and who's also learned a lot while working in a vet's office.

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