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Fleas are a common and unwelcome parasite that affects the majority of dogs. It is likely that they will make your dog irritable as they crawl through their coat, causing them to scratch excessively and continuously throughout the day. As a result, you are likely to notice inflamed patches of hair loss and scarring. As
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Just like most humans, dogs enjoy bathing in the warmth of the sun on a summer’s day. You might have even noticed your canine companion following that one sunny spot that moves around your living room, dragging their bed with them as they go. But why do dogs like to lay in the sun and sunbathe? After all, their panting
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When the day is done, and you are trying to rest or drift off to sleep, the last thing you want is for your dog to start barking continuously all through the night. Sleeping becomes impossible not only for you, but for your neighbors too. What is even worse is if your dog is older, not a puppy, and has never barked thr
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The hibiscus is a popular and vibrant flower that many people have in their gardens to provide added beauty and brightness. It’s a quintessential tropical bloom that encapsulates all things summer. The flowers can be up to 6 inches wide and 12 inches tall and come in a variety of colors, including white, red, and peach
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It’s a known fact: cats and dogs have been enemies since the dawn of time. However, some of us know cats and dogs do get along and find that our pets live in harmony. Until one day, seemingly out of nowhere, our cat attacks the dog. It leaves us wondering, why has this happened? How do we stop it? These questions can p
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If you are looking to bring a new puppy into your home, there are a few things that you should know first. If this is your first time buying a puppy, then you will need to be aware of any risks that can occur throughout the process. One of the most important things for you to consider is the papers that come with your
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Does your dog get anxious when the sun goes down? If so, you’ll know all about just how stressful it can be for your pooch and how exhausting it can be for you as an owner. You’re not alone— many dogs have trouble settling down in the evening and it can be difficult to get a good night’s rest. While knowing that other
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Do you have a dog that seems to follow you everywhere? Some dogs will become your shadow, and stalk you aimlessly around the house for hours. This can be cute, but sometimes they get in the way, or want to follow you into the bathroom and just sit and stare at you…which isn’t so cute. You may even notice that your dog
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Yes, you can wash your dog with Dawn dish detergent! Using the washing liquid can be an affordable and efficient way to clean your dog’s fur and skin, especially if you are in a pinch! While it will remove any dirt and grease from your dog’s fur, it’s also an excellent option for those looking for a budget remedy to ki
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Owning a dog often comes with a variety of unpleasant smells, and one of the most obvious noted ones is the smell of fish. There are a few things that could explain why this fishing odor is occurring, and some of these reasons may be more serious than others. It can often be helpful to know when this fishy smell is a c
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There’s an old saying, “Dogs are people too”, and just like people, dogs can suffer from trapped wind, intestinal discomfort, and gas pains. And just like they can in people, canine gas pains can be caused by a number of different things, all of which can lead to the same level of distress and agony. A dog’s diet can l
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Recognized the world round for their massively imposing size, Great Danes are hulking but loveable dogs. Their size often misleads people into seeing these giant breed dogs as frightening or threatening. The truth is Great Danes are the world’s biggest lap dogs. They are gentle, loving, and totally unaware of their siz
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Every dog owner has stumbled over their pet, stepped on their paw, or shouted at them at some point. It is often followed by us profusely apologizing, but how do we know that this is getting through to them? Do they understand when we say sorry? It can be hard to deal with the guilt of upsetting them, but there’s no re
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German Shepherds are beautiful, loving, and loyal dogs that are really popular, but there are some colors that are rarer than others. You have probably commonly seen a German Shepherd that is a variety of different shades of brown, but you might not have known that there are also those with black or blue fur. If you ar
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If you are bringing a new puppy into your home, then you probably have an abundance of questions. Something that you might have been wondering about is what the right amount of water is for your dog to have on a daily basis. However, is it okay to leave water out all day for your puppy? Or is this something that you sh
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Deciding on which dog breed to get for your very first dog can prove to be more difficult than you had originally anticipated. There are so many different dog breeds to choose from, and this can make choosing just one quite hard. You will need to do lots of research to find the one that suits you the best, and we are g
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No matter if you are breeding a puppy or buying a puppy, if you are thinking about the Husky, then something that you might be wondering about is the color of their eyes. For some breeds, blue eyes are quite common, but for others, it is really rare, but which is it for the husky breed? When it comes to white Huskies,
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Have you ever laid awake one night wondering if your dog would be able to take on a wolf if they were presented with a life or death situation? Well, you are probably not the only one that has thought about this. Though it may be an unlikely situation, depending on where you live, you might be left wondering if your do
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One of my dogs is a toy terror. She can destuff a toy within a few hours of me purchasing it. It seems like she knows exactly where the weak spots are, and she exploits them with surgical precision. I haven’t got an issue with her breaking them. She gets plenty of enjoyment out of them while they last, so I feel like i
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Growing up our brother used to avoid a lot of joy in blaming his loudest and smelliest farts on the dog. He also used to find it hilarious when our dog actually did break wind. This got us wondering, do some breeds of dogs fart more than others? And are dog farts as natural as they are in humans? Or are they a sign tha
