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Should You Get a “Movie Star” Breed?

Kids and adults alike usually enjoy the antics of the dogs who have graced our movie and television screens for years. Most of us remember Lassie, Benji and Rin Tin Tin from our childhoods. In more recent years, dogs have starred in movies such as “Air Bud,” “101 Dalmatians,” “Beethoven” and in the sitcom “Frasier.”
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Lampshades on Dogs (Elizabethan Collar)

Most dog owners will eventually have the experience of their pet having surgery. Whether it’s a simple spay or neuter or a more serious operation, the majority of dogs will have a procedure performed at one time or another.
One of the biggest heartbreakers for pet owners is the “lampshade issue.” This is when you […]

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House Training Accidents in a Certain Spot

Without question, house training is one of the top priorities for dog owners. While we all expect puppies to require house training, there are many older dogs who have ongoing confusion too.
One of the most frequent housebreaking dilemmas is when the dog seems to be house trained, but occasionally has accidents in a certain […]

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Socializing Your Dog

Socialization is one of the most important aspects in having a well-behaved dog. Those who are not socialized properly may exhibit all sorts of behavior problems ranging from fear and timidness, to dominant behavior or even aggression.
If you have a puppy, this is the prime window of opportunity to properly socialize your pet. However, […]

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Training Puppies to Sleep Through the Night

Having a new puppy is such an exciting time. Their playful antics, watching them explore and snuggling up are all some of the positives we enjoy. But when it comes to sleeping through the night, puppies can take some time to adjust. For those who have children, it can bring back memories of those sleepless […]

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Dog Car Problems or Sickness

Dogs can be fun traveling companions, and some people are lucky enough to have friends and family who welcome their furry friend. The majority of dogs love to go on car rides, but there are some who are very afraid and still others who experience motion sickness.
Socialization is the key with fear of riding […]

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Training Baby Puppy Dogs

While there are many differences between the way pets think and the way people think, when it comes to training baby pets there are lots of similarities too.
One similarity is consistency. Many people assume that their puppy or kitten will automatically adapt to their family’s schedule. However, like human babies, baby pets need consistency […]

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Avoiding Dog Fights

Living with multiple dogs is very different than having just one. For example, when one dog goes outside in the rain, he tends to simply do his business and come back in, while two dogs together might choose to play chase or do some mud wrestling before returning to your back door.
This is just […]

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