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You need to approach the hot weather very carefully with your pup. The specifics will vary widely depending on your dog’s breed and where you live but here is a quick rule of thumb. When the temperature hits about 70-80 degrees, that’s when you need to start giving extra breaks, …

Long before we started feeding our pet dogs kibble (dry biscuits), dogs were animals of the wild that ate like their ancestors – wolves. Many millenia later, dogs haven’t drifted that far from their ancestral roots. This diet consisted primarily of raw meat as opposed to the modern day, highly …

As dog owners, we all like to see our dogs happy and pleased. And there are few things more satisfying than food. That’s why it is such a common mistake to feed dogs yummy leftovers that may seem harmless, but in reality, they can be very toxic to dogs. This …

Have you ever wondered how dogs can be babysitters or nannies? Research and first-hand experience show that not only dogs make the best babysitters, but they are also by far the only household pet who can babysit your kiddo. Dogs develop a special attachment to children and build an emotional …

We all love our pets for the affection, company, and fun they provide. However, it is important to remember that they are living creatures that need our attention and depend on us for their wellbeing. Taking good care of our pets comes with many responsibilities. The most important among them …

We all know that dogs are our best friends. They are loyal, loving and so grateful for the time we spend with them. They make our lives better; but did you know that they can also make you and your family healthier? Starting from the physical benefits, dogs will make …

This infographic by Orvis, a family-owned company that is devoted to providing educational resources to dog lovers everywhere, features many interesting facts and figures on Military Working Dogs. These four-legged heroes perform a number of special tasks on behalf of every branch of our military and continue to gain respect …

Any holiday can be a lot of fun, but it is always important to consider safety from every angle – and for every member of your family, including the furry ones! Halloween, in particular, is a time of year that calls for lots and lots of sugary treats, which unfortunately …

Have you noticed more and more dogs showing up in public places that you’ve never seen them before? These are probably service dogs, emotional support dogs or therapy dogs – specially trained animals that perform a variety of life changing and lifesaving skills for their human counterparts. There seems to …

Forget about snakes, spiders and crocs – the tiny Paralysis Tick may be the deadliest animal that most Australian dogs ever cross paths with. About the size of a match-head, the Paralysis Tick carries a deadly poison. Researchers at the University of Sydney, estimate that 10,000 dogs are bitten by …

As a responsible pet owner, your job does not end in feeding your furry friends. You should also safeguard them from different toxins. To help you out, here’s a rundown of 12 frequent toxins that can harm your dogs: 1. Mouldy food 2. Chocolates 3. Coffee 4. Lilies 5. Lily …

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