Is Dog Crate Training Right for Your Dog? Pros and Cons

Is Crate Training Right for Your Dog? Pros and ConsEver since I started owning and working with German Shepherds, I’ve crate trained my dogs. As you’ll learn, do it right and it’s an amazing strategy that’s good for the dog and you. Do it wrong, and it becomes a nightmare for both you and your …

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Coping With Loss of Pet

Why Losing a Pet Hurts So Deeply – And How to CopeCoping With Loss of PetThe Unbreakable Bond Between Pets and Their HumansCoping with loss of pet is one of the most heart-wrenching experiences a person can go through. Pets are not just animals; they are family members, companions, and unwavering sources of love. They …

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The Many Benefits Of A Cat or Dog DNA Test

Unlocking Your Pet’s Secrets: The Benefits of A DNA Test for Your Dogs and CatsEver Wonder What Makes Your Pet Tick? Discover the Hidden Benefits of A Dog or Cat DNA TestThe Mystery of Our Dog Bella Uncovered—Will Your Pet Be Next?Receiving Bella’s dog DNA test was huge to us! When we adopted Bella, we …

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New Dog Essentials: Products for New Dog Owners to Thrive

New Dog Essentials: Products for New Dog Owners to ThriveHey, new dog parent—welcome to the pack! I’ve been hooked on dogs for over 50 years, and every time a new pup or new adult dog bounds into my life, I’m reminded how those first days are pure magic—and a little mayhem. And to prepare you …

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Cat First Night Behavior: What New Cats Do First Night

Cat First Night Behavior: What New Cats Do First NightCat first night behavior can feel like a mystery—your new feline’s home, and suddenly they’re darting under the couch or meowing at shadows. You expected purring cuddles, not this whirlwind of quirks. For new cat owners—busy pros or first-timers—that first night’s a shock: 65% feel puzzled …

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How to Welcome Your New Dog Home

How to Welcome Your New Dog HomeSo, you’ve found your perfect pup, your new dog—maybe a bouncy Labrador or a chill French Bulldog—and now it’s time to bring it home. Like I shared in the previous article, “What Your New Dog at Home Teaches You in the First Week,” after years of welcoming dogs into my …

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