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The PetDT Editorial Team manages and maintains our library of legacy pet care content. With experience across a wide range of pets, including dogs, cats, fish, hamsters, and reptiles, the team works to review and improve older articles so they remain accurate, clear, and helpful for everyday pet owners. As PetDT continues updating inherited content, articles credited to the Editorial Team will be reviewed by Mike or Melissa during the update process.
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Pugs are good-humored dogs, perfect for both families and single dog owners. They’re not too timid or gnarly, making them a popular breed for many. Despite their small size, Pugs, like all dogs, can however become overweight if not monitored properly. The average weight of a Pug should be between 6.3 to 8.2 kg. This tr
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If you have bred your chihuahua or they managed to escape when they were in heat, it is likely that you are now awaiting an impending pregnancy. Pregnancy can be a rather challenging time for female chihuahuas, and because of this, they should never be bred when they are on their first heat because this can result in c
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Some people are lucky enough to have dog flaps installed in their houses; the ease of this means your dog can pop in and out and go to the bathroom whenever he needs to. However, if you do not have a dog flap, or your dog flap needs to be locked for some reason, you may start wondering just how long your dog can actual
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Let’s be fair, we all love puppies. They are so cute to cuddle and are so full of life, making them incredibly fun to play with. Dogs are honestly so pure of heart, and too good to be true. They are loyal, friendly, loving and will definitely become your best friend. That is why it is so exciting when more dogs are bor
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Thinking of getting a pug and adding some love to your family but wondering why they cost so much? This incredibly popular breed is expensive, with the best of a pedigree bunch scoring upwards of $6,000 per pup. Not only that, but there are also several annual costs that are unique to pug ownership. Even if you’ve had
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If you’re an obsessed dog owner like us, then you may have studied your dog while they slept and admired how adorable they looked. Sometimes, you’ll stare for so long that you’ll begin to overanalyze or question any sounds they make or how they’re breathing in their sleep causing you great concern. If you are concerned
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There’s nothing quite as heartbreaking as hearing your new puppy cry in their crate at night. You’ve done everything you can think of to make their nighttime home feel comfortable, and they’re still yelping away. Not only is it saddening, but it can also keep your household (and your neighbors) up at night. Whether you
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Usually, our dogs are probably thinking the same thing about us…”Jeez, there they go again speaking to me in that irritating human baby voice”, or “this is your third cuddle of the morning, Deborah. Wind your neck in, and take me for a walk”. But sometimes, out of the blue, a fiercely independent pooch can become very
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Beagles are known to make excellent family companions. They have affectionate personalities but are also independent and are recognized by their compact size and sturdy build. If beagles are not provided with adequate care, they are susceptible to weight gain just like many other breeds. As a breed, beagles are known f
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If you have a dog, it is likely that you will be familiar with how important it is to feed them the right diet. Some dogs are fussy, some dogs will eat anything that they can get their paws on. Does that mean that they should eat anything they can get their paws on? Definitely not. That being said, it can be difficult
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Possums aren’t the most welcoming of animals. With their long claws and sharp teeth, many of us feel wary when we see one near our home, especially if we have beloved pets. Unfortunately, our dogs don’t seem to see it the same way. Where we view a possum as a pest, dogs often see them as a fun plaything – or even dinne
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Those without dogs who happen upon this article may recoil at the scatological content, but getting to know your pooch’s poo schedules is actually an essential part of dog ownership. As guardians of these fluffy friends, we need to allow them time to relieve themselves when they need it most, and that means orchestrati
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As the demand for puppies increases, some breeders will remove them from their mothers when they are only a couple of weeks old. Responsible breeders would agree that puppies should not be separated from their mothers and placed into new homes until they are ready. If you are in the process of getting a puppy but are c
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Anyone who has ever walked their dog along the beach knows how they love to stick their nose into every nook and cranny and eat anything that even shows the slightest sign of life. This will include crabs, lobsters, and other forms of sea life. We often treat dogs like humans, giving them the leftovers from our plates
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The runt of the litter is known to typically the one that is the smallest among the litter of puppies, and it is therefore likely to be both the smallest and the weakest. However, there are a lot of misconceptions surrounding the runt of the litter, and lots of the information that is floating around simply isn’t true.
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Having a dog can be a tiring yet rewarding job. And after a full day of fun and work and more, you want nothing else than to get to bed and sleep. Right? But what if your dog doesn’t sleep all through the night? What if your dog wakes up, starts getting restless, or maybe tries to wake you up? Not ideal. Not to mention
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There’s a lot of misinformation, rumors, half-truths, and wide-eyed speculation about Parvo, what it can do to your dog, and how to cure and treat it. Most of it is based on hope and the need to be overwhelmingly positive in the face of seemingly staggering odds. Still, a simple online search or chat with either a vete
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No matter how much you love your dog, there is no denying that they are greedy. We all know the feeling of sitting there enjoying a snack, only to find your dog sitting beside you, enjoying every single bite that you take. And when they look at you with their big puppy dog eyes, it can be very difficult to resist givin
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Dogs will happily try and eat anything they come across on the floor and will also give you those puppy dog eyes to try and convince you to give them some of the food on your plate as well. Whilst the odd bit of chicken or some vegetables here or there won’t do them any harm, chances are you could be putting your dog a
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Sometimes we all wish our dogs could talk to us. Wouldn’t it be so much more reassuring if a dog could just explain how it’s feeling? We all want our pets to be as happy at home as possible. It’s not always easy to understand a dog’s mood. Luckily, communicating emotions doesn’t just happen through words. There are lot
