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Dog owners who are vegetarians themselves (and even some veterinarians) are eager to recommend a vegan diet for dogs. The biggest question I have is, is it really healthy for your dog? Here are the pros and cons of vegetarian diets for dogs, as I see it.
Read moreThe Gentle Leader head collar definitely transformed how both of our dogs walk on a leash with us. This was clear from the very first day we used it! Here's how it went for us...
Read moreHere are step-by-step instructions for making a tug toy for your dog, using items you already have around the house!
Read moreWe actually call it 'being shy' but you would probably impress your friends better if you called it playing 'peek-a-boo' or something cute. This dog trick simply involves rewarding your dog for putting his paw on his nose. Here's how we taught our dog to play peek-a-boo on command.
Read moreThese 3 videos contain information that is helpful for new dog owners as well as lifelong dog owners -- like myself. I learned so much from these DVDs... and I've had dogs all my life! I predict these Cesar Millan DVDs will be a lifesaver for lots of dog owners -- especially those who have reached their peak level of frustration and don't know where else to turn.
Read morePersonally, I can come up with a couple of reasons as to why I wouldn't feed a dog raw food. Basically, they are the same reasons I wouldn't feed raw food to a person. Here's why a lot of dog owners are feeding their dogs the BARF diet -- raw food and bones.
Read moreEven if a dog eats as few as one or two cigarette butts, it can kill them. I've heard some people claim that cigarette butts are not harmful to dogs, but I've seen nicotine poisoning of a dog firsthand -- and it's not pretty! Here are the toxic doses of nicotine for dogs -- for 8 popular nicotine products ranging from nicotine patches to e-cigarettes. Plus the toxicity of marijuana (cannabis) and alcohol for dogs.
Read moreAll natural dog food is best, however, there are still some advantages and disadvantages -- as with anything. Your biggest decision will be should you use store-bought natural dog food or make homemade natural dog food for your pet?
Read moreIf you've always thought that your dog would make a good therapy dog, here are some things to think about -- plus a listing of the requirements for dogs and owners to become volunteers and therapy dogs.
Read moreWhenever we're preparing for a really bad storm, I make a point to gather the dog's necessities, in addition to our own. Even if you're not officially evacuating, you never know when you when you might need to seek shelter somewhere else at the last minute. Or, you may even have to stay in a public shelter temporarily if the storm wreaks havoc on your entire neighborhood. Here's what to pack for your dog.
Read moreHere are the nitty gritty details about dog birth -- from the stages of labor and delivery to the actual birthing process. You'll learn what to watch for and how to interact if your help is needed with one of the newborn puppies.
Read moreIf you think your dog is pregnant, here's what to do, including the signs of pregnancy in a dog, gestation periods in dogs, and how to make your dog's pregnancy go the smoothest. Everything you need to know leading up to the birth of your dog's newborn puppies.
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