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Halloween is a fun time for many humans, and some dogs like to participate, too. Still, there are extra risks for dogs surrounding this holiday, so it’s important to be aware of what they are and have a plan to protect your canine friend. Toxic Foods for Dogs Abound at Halloween Dogs can’t have certain […]

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How to keep your dog calm on Bonfire Night This is the time of year that so many owners dread, when their normally happy dogs suddenly become quivering wrecks, completely traumatised by fireworks. Bonfire Night might be just a single date on the calendar, but from October to new year the night air is filled with […]

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Does My Dog Know I Love Him? 1. Rub His Ears Instead of patting your pup on the top of the head, try giving him a gentle rub behind the ears. Watch his reaction — he will most likely melt into a ball of doggy happiness. This is because rubbing a dog’s ears actually stimulates […]

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Cute, cuddly, and full of personality, puppies might just be the key to happiness. But that happiness comes with a little bit of work, especially when it comes to bathing. Fortunately, there’s a way to make bath-time enjoyable for both you and your dog. Douglas Hall Kennels shares some tips from the internet on how to […]

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There is no magic answer for how to stop puppy biting. Curious young canines use their mouth for exploration. Their teeth are sharp and puppy biting can easily get folks feeling rattled and edgy. Along with your new pup you can expect to encounter some puppy biting but it does not need to be exasperating. […]

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To start off on the right foot (and paw!) with your pup, he’ll need to know what you expect from him. This will make him feel secure in his ability to meet the goals laid out for him going forward. The foundation of training should be based on positive reinforcement. Positive reinforcement is the process […]

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puppy food to ensure your pup grows up hale and hearty Providing the best puppy food for the newest canine companion in your life is a must to give them all they need to grow up big, healthy and strong. Specially designed puppy food is matched to growing dogs’ dietary requirements to help them get […]

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It’s fair to say searching for pet insurance can be a bit of a minefield! How do we know what the best policy is for our pets? There are multiple different insurance companies to search through and what’s more, within each company there are even more different types of policies to choose from. What can […]

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“Roll over” is a cute trick that is easy and fun to teach your dog. It is helpful if your dog knows the “down” cue before you start teaching this trick. Ask your dog to perform a “down” position in front of you. Kneel beside your dog and hold a small, yummy treat to the […]

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Providing a variety of toys can help ensure that your dog has an outlet for some really important activities that they need to carry out – eating, chewing and, of course, playing. These five toys will give you a good head start in addressing some of your dog’s natural instincts. Ball Most dogs love to […]

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