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Long term shelter dog behavior can differ from dogs who have never been to a shelter, or only stayed short term.

What To Expect When Adopting a Long-Stay Shelter Dog

Adopting a dog who has been a long-term resident at a shelter can be an incredibly rewarding experience. Long stints in an animal shelter...
The best reflective dog collars help you and others see and locate your dog in twilight and dark nights.

The 5 Best Reflective Dog Collars

Whether you’re camping with your dog, or just want to keep them visible on late-night potty walks, a reflective dog collar is a must-have for your dog’s safety.

Reflective collars keep your dog visible to you, cars, bikes, other people, and other dogs. Dogs who wear reflective collars are easier to see both on leash and off leash, thereby reducing accidents.

Dog essentials are the gear and products that make your dog's training and life easier and more complete.

Essentials for Your Dog

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What comes to mind when you think of things you need for your dog? (Not necessarily things you want: much as I might like a diamond-encrusted collar or a $1,000 plush dog bed for Frankie, they’re not really necessities. Not in my world, anyway.) When it comes right down to it, pretty much everyone has a different idea of what items are considered essential for a dog.
When your dog is sprayed by a skunk there are some steps you need to take to mitigate the smell and the risk of injury to your dog.

What To Do When Your Dog Is Sprayed by a Skunk

When I think back to the night my dog was sprayed by a skunk, the disaster replays in my mind like a video in fast-forward.

Something furry dashed across the front porch of the Cape Cod, Massachusetts, beach house where we were staying.

"What the heck was that creature?" I thought, wondering what animal paid us a visit. But my dog didn't want to ponder nature; he raced after the fluffy critter.

Going camping with your dog can be a fun time for you both especially with the best dog camping gear.

The Best Dog Camping Gear

Dogs and the outdoors go hand-in-hand. Whether you love hiking mountain peaks or just lounging at basecamp, dogs make great outdoor adventuring companions. Beyond...
Free dog training apps offer ways for a new dog training to manage their dog's training.

Best Choices in Free Dog Training Apps

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Free dog training apps are convenient, budget-friendly, and address behavioral issues and training. They can even help you teach your dog tricks. However, with so many apps available, it can be challenging to determine which ones use only positive reinforcement to train dogs. Be careful out there! Sadly, many dog trainers still use negative reinforcement and balanced training, both of which we do not recommend.
Nutritionally complete homemade dog food can keep your dog in excellent health for a fraction of the cost of raw and other premium brands.

Beef and Brown Rice Homemade Dog Food Recipe

Providing a balanced, home-cooked diet for your dog doesn’t have to be complicated! This simple yet nutritionally complete beef and brown rice recipe follows NRC guidelines for adult maintenance and uses ingredients readily available at most supermarkets. Whether you’re new to homemade dog food or looking for a convenient, balanced recipe, this guide will walk you through the ingredients, preparation, and nutritional benefits of feeding fresh, cooked meals to you dog.

Let’s get started!

NOTE: When made as specified, this recipe provides a nutritionally complete diet for healthy adult dogs. Adding, removing, or changing ingredients is not recommended as it will affect the nutritional balance of the food. This recipe is not suitable for dogs with medical conditions that require specialized diets.

The best anxiety meds for dogs treat specific anxieties with minimal side effects.

Best Anxiety Meds for Dogs

If you need an anxiety medication for your dog, you need a veterinarian to assess your dog and prescribe it. However, there are over-the-counter anxiety solutions for dogs that I like. A classic example is for dogs who get nervous or car sick when traveling.

Car anxiety occurs in many dogs. Both you and your dog may be able to avoid the vomit-in-a-crate scenario or huge puddles of drool with Earth Heart Travel Calm, a plant-derived product.

The fable dog bed is one of the best washable dog beds that fits in a crate.

The 5 Best Washable Dog Beds

If your dog spends a lot of time snoozing in their bed, a washable dog bed will last much longer (and stay much cleaner) than one that can’t be easily cleaned. Whether you have a dog who sheds, drools, or likes to chew bones in her bed, a washable dog bed makes cleanup easy for pet parents.

We tested 5 popular dog beds with washable covers at a variety of different price points to find the ones that are worth the money and will hold up to your dog’s daily sleeping routine.

Running with your dog can be a great way to keep both of you in shape.

Running With Dogs

What’s better than running by yourself? Running with dogs, of course. If you run regularly, running with your canine companion is a fun way to spend time with your pup while providing physical exercise. But don’t just start running with your dog — follow these steps to ensure your pooch will make a good running companion and is set up for success.

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  • Best Fresh Cooked Frozen and Refrigerated Diets
  • Training with Treats
  • After a Dog Attack
  • Most Common Dog Poisons
  • Old Dog, New Puppy?
  • Is Dental Insurance for Dogs Worth the Cost?
  • Bird Flu

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  • Frozen Raw Diets
  • WDJ’s Approved Raw Food Companies
  • Longevity Drugs
  • Say No to E-collars
  • Adoption Savvy
  • Best and Safest Chews
  • Barn Hunt
  • Do Homemade Right
  • Managing Vision Loss