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As dog owners, we expect our furry friends to smell every now and again. However, when our dogs start smelling metallic, a bit like iron, we can get a bit confused and worried, as this is not one of the smells you would normally expect. If you are smelling this from your dog, know you are not alone, it can happen for s
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As the seasons change and the weather adjusts, we humans break out our winter scarves, hats, and gloves in order to keep the frost at bay. Though the majority of dogs have a nice thick coat to keep them toasty, just like us, they require some extra padding for when the temperature drops. It is especially important in p
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First-time puppy owners are often worried about their fur baby’s health and teething can be one of the biggest problems that new puppy owners face. Just like us, dogs are not born with any teeth and within a few weeks they will start to grow their baby teeth, also referred to as milk teeth. It’s completely normal for y
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It is absolutely vital that your dog is always well-hydrated. It doesn’t matter whether it’s hot or cold. Staying hydrated is essential for your dog’s well-being. Your dog always needs access to clean drinking water, including during the winter months when it’s super cold. Here’s the issue. Your dog needs water when th
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Everyone loves a puppy. Their adorable smushed faces, nuzzling little mouths, and tiny toe beans makes most people squeal with delight on sight. It seems to be wired into our instincts to want to cuddle and care for them. But we need to consider the pups’ health over our desires. There is confusion and conflict around
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It’s slug season, folks – my least favorite time of year. Those slimy corpulent snakes are munching their way through my vegetable patch, hiding under every bluebell leaf, even leaving silvery trails through my living room at night. How they’re getting in, I’ll never know, but it’s not their being here I’m worried abou
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For a dog, there’s nothing quite like having a tasty snack every once in a while. As owners, there’s something quite satisfying in seeing your dog gobble up their favorite treats, especially if they’re from our own meals! It can often be hard to resist those adorable little pleading eyes when they’re begging you to sha
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If you are a fan of the different doodle breeds, you have likely heard of a Labradoodle. They are a popular choice as a family pet, and are fun and loving companions. In recent years, this breed has been extended to mini Labradoodles. As mini Labradoodles are becoming increasingly popular, you may be wondering what thi
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There’s no doubt about it. Dogs are an essential part of so many people’s lives. More and more of us treat our pets as dependable companions. Therefore, it’s not uncommon to see people take their dogs with them just about everywhere. This includes eating out and shopping. The only problem is that some stores and busine
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Target is one of the most popular stores, and it’s become pretty iconic as you can find almost anything in them, and there are often really good deals and special finds. Who hasn’t gone to a Target, right? Most people will include it as part of their errands routine because you never know what you might find! But what
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There’s nothing quite like being greeted by an excitable pooch as you walk through the door – they’re just so happy to see you after you’ve been gone! Sometimes, a dog gets too excited, though, and you find yourself needing to shower just as you walk through the door because your dog has peed all over you. This isn’t j
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Dogs are known to play fight a lot, they start doing it as puppies, and it’s a way of both socializing with other dogs and learning the boundaries of their own strengths and weaknesses, nothing to be worried about! But what about when they start biting at each other’s necks? Aiming for the neck is usually considered a
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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
