Author: Alicia

Health + Wellness

How to Tell If Your Dog Is Anxious or Stressed

Some dogs are simply genetically prone to anxiety and separation issues. Others can develop anxiety and stress symptoms in response to certain triggers, including physical illness or disease. It’s sometimes difficult to tell if your dog is simply having a bad day or if something persistent is developing, but we

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Golden Retrievers

Golden Retriever Facts That Will Make You Want One Immediately

Mulling over whether or not to add another dog to your family? If so, you aren’t alone; more Americans than ever are choosing to adopt dogs. People adopt for a wide range of reasons. Some people choose a pup so that their children can have the experience of being responsible

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Health + Wellness

How Often Should You Feed Your Dog?

We all know how much our dogs love to eat. Traditional dog foods, treats, and even table scraps are the stuff of puppy dreams. Our pups would eat a lot more than necessary if left to their own devices, but eating too much can be just as bad as eating

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Health + Wellness

Why Dogs Should Never Eat Grapes

Fresh or frozen, grapes can make a delicious treat — for humans. Dogs, on the other hand, need to avoid grapes at all costs. It doesn’t matter if they’re freshly picked fruits or dried into raisins, this otherwise harmless fruit contains a substance that can really make your pup super

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Training + Obedience

The Right Way to Stop Your Puppy From Nipping & Biting

It happens to every puppy: teething. And unfortunately, it really causes a lot of discomfort so they look for things to mouth and chew. They also explore their worlds differently than people do – including using their mouths as a way to sense the environment and their surroundings. The problem?

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Health + Wellness

Keeping Your Dog Safe, Warm During the Winter

Your dog has a thick or fuzzy coat – shouldn’t that keep him warm in winter? Well, actually, not always! In fact, that fuzzy covering doesn’t necessarily give your dog a free pass to run around all day in the frigid winter cold without risking frostbite or hypothermia at all.

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Training + Obedience

Dog Etiquette: Who’s a Good Houseguest?

Traveling with your pet this holiday season? Staying with friends or family members who are willing to embrace your dog as a guest? It’s important to remember that holiday travel can be just as stressful for your dog as it is for you. A change in atmosphere and routine may

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Keeping Dogs Healthy + Happy During the Holidays

The holiday season is a lot busier than any other time of year. There are more parties and gatherings to enjoy, sparkling gifts to wrap, and twinkling lights to hang. It’s truly a time of year to celebrate the people we love, the reason for the season, and yes –

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Health + Wellness

How Do You Know If Your Dog’s Sick or in Pain?

Animals are resilient; dogs are no exception to this rule. Your loyal companion will work hard to make you happy and will stick by your side at all times. He’ll also do everything he can to make sure you don’t see his pain. Your dog will show signs he’s hurting

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