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Mutts Make Great Friends! We Celebrate Them on National Mutt Day

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Reading Time: 2 minutes Reading Time: 2 minutes Whether you call them mutts, mixed breeds, Heinz 57s or some other moniker, who doesn’t love a canine cocktail? It’s no wonder that we have a…

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Did the Breeder Call Your Pup a “Pet”? It’s Not an Insult

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Reading Time: 2 minutes Reading Time: 2 minutes People sometimes feel slighted when they learn that their pup from a responsible breeder is considered “pet” versus “show quality.” No need to feel slighted! Good…

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Cats Life at Home Travel & Safety

Lost Cat? Detective Kim Freeman Is on the Case

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Reading Time: 3 minutes …noises?  Not all missing cats are lost. Some are upset by a new pet, guest or baby, and intentionally leave to find somewhere more peaceful.” This article was reviewed/edited by…

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What Is a Reward? Every Dog Is Different

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Reading Time: 3 minutes …books on dog behavior as well as the Shamus Award-winning Rachel Alexander and Dash mystery series.  Benjamin lives in New York City with her two dogs, Sky, a Border Collie,…

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8 Ideas for Getting Out That Pent-Up Energy This Winter

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Reading Time: 3 minutes …channeling your dog’s cooped-up feelings in constructive ways while you are all stuck inside. Teaching your dog new tricks is a way to work your dog mentally and physically. Kay,…

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Why Potty-Trained Dogs Might Start Urinating Inside

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Reading Time: 3 minutes …big behavioral cause: anxiety. “If you just moved, or just had a baby, or just started a new job and you’ve been changing routines, then that’s when we start worrying…

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Is Your Cat Ready for a Water Fountain?

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Reading Time: 4 minutes …water fountain but hoped the sound of running water would intrigue her. I knew, though, that she might take a few days or longer to decide yea or nay on…

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Crate-Training Your Dog

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Reading Time: < 1 minutes Reading Time: < 1 minutes https://youtu.be/6hgEctqXxdk In this video, you’ll learn about everything from the benefits of crate-training a dog to selecting a crate to making sure your dog loves…

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Dog Collars, Harnesses, and Leashes: Fear Free Choices

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Reading Time: < 1 minutes Reading Time: < 1 minutes https://youtu.be/fYoh3f5A2sw With all the options available, it can be difficult to know what collar, harness, halter, or leash is right for your dog and your…

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Preventing Separation Anxiety

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Reading Time: < 1 minutes Reading Time: < 1 minutes https://youtu.be/nK5JS1svRGY A dog with separation anxiety shows distress when separated from family members. We don’t know exactly what causes separation anxiety; some dogs may be…