Dog health

Where to get a dog

Where to get a dog

Friends of mine recently bought a puppy. When I asked where they got her, the husband avoided eye contact and said “… we went to a breeder …” It was like he had committed a crime. Why are people so ashamed to say they bought a dog from a breeder?! One of the first questions [...]

Benefits of a raw food diet for dogs

Benefits of a raw food diet for dogs

Note: This is a guest post by pet owner JR Banks who loves to help other pet owners. JR also has a blog where he posts dog insurance reviews. Although I haven’t made the switch myself, I recommend you feed your pets a raw diet because of the health benefits. Pre-prepared raw meals are available from companies [...]

How to teach a dog to bow

How to teach a dog to bow

Note: This is a guest post from TheDogTrainingSecret.com. We love to teach our dogs tricks, as they are fun for the owner and the dog alike if taught properly. Most dogs learn tricks faster than they learn “obedience behaviors,” because our attitude is relaxed and fun. A trick that every dog should know is how to “bow.” Using a high valued dog treat [...]

What to do if my dog has allergies

What to do if my dog has allergies

Note: This is a guest post written by Victoria from Bling Bling Puppy where you can find everything from discount dog beds, dog carriers, toys, collars and more. My mutt Ace lives with allergies, and the majority of his symptoms went away when I switched him to an all-natural, grain-free dog food. Allergies can be [...]

How to help a child who has lost a dog

How to help a child who has lost a dog

Note: This is a guest post by Kathleen Chamberlin and her daughter Heather Chamberlin-Scholle. Kathleen is the author of “Marcy Mary: The Memoirs of a Dachshund-American Princess, The Early Years.” You can learn more about Kathleen and her book at http://marcymary.com. Heather is a licensed clinical social worker. Ginger was a white boxer with pink and black [...]

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