Author: Alicia

Understanding Dogs

Tell TAIL Signs You’re Not the Pack Leader

Dog owners are a special bunch. From the outside, it’s easy to see why people who don’t care for animals might think we’re a bit strange. We talk about them, shop for them, and bring them everywhere we go. Sometimes, we even speak to them as if they’re human. If

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Activities + Adventures

5 Dog-Friendly Fun Fall Activities

Crisp fall temperatures. Quiet moments in front of the fireplace with hot cocoa (for the humans, at least). Giant piles of leaves to pounce, run, and jump in. In the northern USA, there’s hiking among the summer leaves. In the south, there’s still swimming and sunbathing (just without the typical

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Understanding Dogs

Tips for Successfully Adding a Second Dog to Your Family

Have you ever fallen in love with a pup, feeling like you “just knew” you had to adopt it (even if the dog you already have is used to being an only “child”)? It happens to the best of us, especially in the dog-lover’s world! Once you love one fur

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Training + Obedience

4 Strategies for Dealing With a Stubborn Dog

We all want that textbook classic “good dog”; the one who sits, stays, comes, heels, and brings you your slippers on command. It’s a cozy thought; you and your beloved pup whiling away the days together without so much as a chewed slipper or stolen toast at breakfast. Fortunately, it’s

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Health + Wellness

Healthy Diets = Healthy Dogs

There’s a ton of information out there regarding what foods are healthiest for your dog — so much that it can get pretty confusing trying to figure out the truth. One site claims something is truth, while the other claims it’s a lie. It’s no wonder pet owners are confused!

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Health + Wellness

If Your Dog’s Bark Suddenly Changes, Do NOT Ignore It

A dog’s bark can tell you much more than when the mail carrier is in your driveway or whether your kids are home from school. It’s also a key indicator for overall health; hoarseness, wheezing, or changes in pitch can point to serious unaddressed illnesses. Though many of these do

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Sporting Dogs

11 Dog Breeds That Make Great Running Companions

Avid runners know there’s nothing quite as exhilarating as the feel of your feet pounding the pavement first thing in the morning or after a hard day of work. That time spent on the road is even better with a willing companion in the form of a trusty canine pal.

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Health + Wellness

Alleviating Your Dog’s Pain With Holistic Healing Therapies

You love your dog. That’s why you faithfully bring him to the vet at least once a year and ensure he’s protected against intruders like heartworm, fleas, ticks, and ear mites. It’s also why you ensure he’s fed a wholesome food that meets his nutritional needs. Canine physical health and

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Health + Wellness

2017: The ‘Worst Tick Season in Years’

Ticked off about ticks? Count yourself among millions of other dog owners in the United States. This year was one of the worst tick blooms in recorded history. Tick bites are also more dangerous than ever: they’re carrying diseases like Lone Star, Lyme, and Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever in record

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Dog Parents

STUDY: Dog Walks Help Seniors Stay Active

Your dog is a faithful companion; he’s by your side everyday, playing, exploring, and being generally just about the best friend you could possibly ask for. Whether you originally adopted her as a service dog, a hunting companion, or just a treasured family pet, you already experience the incredible benefits

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