Does washing our dog’s bed seem like an overwhelming task? If you have a large dog and therefore a large bed, the size may seem like too much for your washer. Even a medium to small-sized bed can be a lot to stuff into your wash machine. You may even […]
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If you are having second thoughts about the new rescue dog you just brought, home, take a deep breath and relax. First of all, you are not alone. You may feel overwhelmed and afraid that you can’t cope with your new rescue dog. But rest assured that most new dog
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Despite the long held belief that a dog’s saliva has anti-bacterial qualities, a dog’s mouth is actually full of germs. Dogs use their mouths to play with toys and the gunk factor found on toys adds up pretty quickly! That is an important reason why you should periodically wash your
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We often worry about making sure our dog gets a bath periodically, but how often do you remember to wash your dog’s leash and collar? Maybe never? If so, you may not be alone! Due to the durability of dog leashes and collars, dog owners may not realize that they
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Dog owners often wonder how often they should bathe their furry friends. While it’s important to keep your dog clean, bathing them too frequently can actually do more harm than good. So, how often should you wash your dog? Most people wash their dogs on averge, once a month. Dogs
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Earlier this year I took my dog to the vet for what I thought was a routine wellness visit. She needed some of her annual vaccinations and medicines. I also wanted to check on the status of a recently diagnosed, benign lipoma on her hind leg. It had grown a
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Every morning when I wake up, one of my dogs, Georgia, greets me with a happy, wet, pink tongue. As soon as I begin to stir just a little, she very gingerly walks across to my side of the bed. I can spy her with one eye barely open moving
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Adopting dogs from shelters has become quite popular over the past several years. Animal humane societies and rescue groups have sprung up all over the country. These groups have advocated vigorously for homeless dogs and cats in need of a home. During 2020 at the height of the COVID pandemic,
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If you have ever watched your dog sleep, you may have noticed his legs moving or his mouth twitching. He may even yip or growl a little. Since dogs are very physically active and spontaneous, it would make sense that a dog would act out his dreams. Perhaps he is
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Many human suffer from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) following a traumatic event or exposure to repetitive stress. PTSD is often associated with soldiers who have gone to war or are victims of natural disasters or abuse. But have you wondered if rescued dogs can also suffer from PTSD? We
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