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Enhancing Outdoor Environments for the Pets You Love

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Reading Time: < 1 minutes Looking for a weed control option that keeps your pet’s wellbeing in mind? This Spruce product overview breaks down what makes this solution different—from fast-drying results to just nine simple ingredients that are safe for use around pets when used as directed.  Download the handout to learn why Fear Free recommends Spruce for safer, low-stress […]

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Backyard Bliss Starts Here!

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Reading Time: < 1 minutes Ready to turn your backyard into a safe, enriching space your dog will love? This downloadable handout is packed with simple ideas to help you make outdoor time more joyful—and more Fear Free.  From scent-based games to splash zones, you’ll find easy ways to support your dog’s emotional and physical wellbeing right at home.   Read […]

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Backyard Bliss: How to Make Outdoor Time Safe, Enriching, and Fear Free for Your Dog

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Reading Time: 3 minutes There’s something magical about summer with your dog. From sun-drenched play sessions and long walks to lazy afternoons lounging in the yard. But your outdoor space can be so much more than just a place to potty or sunbathe. With a few simple shifts, it can become a haven of enrichment, joy, and connection for […]

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 New Puppy Essentials: ParasiteProtection

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Reading Time: 4 minutes This is Part Three of a three-part series on new puppy vaccination and prevention essentials. As a new puppy owner, you can’t hide from the fleas, ticks, and other parasites that threaten your furry bundle of joy’s health. Parasites are often viewed as only minor annoyances, but they can cause serious illness in dogs. Plus, […]

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Dogs Life at Home New Pets Veterinary Care

 New Puppy Vaccines: A Fear Free Head Start

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Reading Time: 4 minutes This is Part Two of a three-part series on new puppy vaccination and prevention essentials. Adding a new puppy to your family is an exciting milestone, but puppies come with many responsibilities. Keeping puppies safe, healthy, and happy requires dedication and commitment, especially during the first few months. Protecting your pup from preventable diseases is […]

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New Puppy Essentials: Parvovirus Vaccination and Prevention

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Reading Time: 4 minutes Who doesn’t love a sweet, cuddly, fluffy puppy? While they may be irresistible and lots of fun, new puppies can also be a lot of work. One fundamental responsibility is protecting your little one from serious diseases, including parvovirus. “Parvo” is highly contagious and can be deadly, affecting a puppy’s gastrointestinal (GI) system and suppressing […]

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Celebrating National Mutt Day: Helping Shelter Pets Find Homes & Stay Healthy

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Reading Time: 3 minutes National Mutt Day is celebrated each December and honors the unique charm and resilience of mixed-breed dogs everywhere. It’s also a day to recognize the many adoptable mutts waiting for loving homes in shelters nationwide. While these incredible animals offer endless love, companionship, and joy, many arrive at shelters with complex health needs that often […]

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Pet Emergency Preparedness: 10 Most Essential Items for Traveling with Your Pet

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Reading Time: 2 minutes Pet Emergency Preparedness: 10 Most Essential Items for Traveling with Your Pet Whether it’s a natural disaster, an unexpected event, or just the unpredictability of life, having an emergency kit for your furry friend can be a lifesaver. Here are 10 essential items to include in your pet’s emergency kit: 1. Food and Water: Store […]

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How to Recognize Fear, Anxiety, and Stress in Your Dog

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Reading Time: < 1 minutes Do you know how to tell if your dog is fearful, anxious, or stressed? Our handout, using a scale of 0 to 5, shares the signs to look for.

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Puppy Socialization Risks and Rewards

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Reading Time: 3 minutes Puppyhood is a crucial time for physical and emotional development. However, the critical socialization window, when puppies form important impressions about their surrounding world, coincides with their vaccination schedule. You may have received conflicting recommendations about keeping unvaccinated or partially vaccinated puppies away from other dogs while their immune systems develop, and providing safe socialization […]