Category: Guides
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Dog Crate Sizes Based on Breed and Health History
Dog owners must consider several factors when choosing the right dog crate size for their precious pooch. Breed and size are, of course, important when choosing the most appropriate crate size and type, but the dog’s health and temperament and the area you live in also play a part! Read on to find out how
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Puppy Crying When Left Alone
How long do you think it will take from getting your puppy in the door to first hearing them cry? Quite possibly, the tears will start as soon as they’re left alone. How on earth are you ever going to resume your day-to-day life if your puppy turns on the waterworks as soon as you
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How to Prevent Puppy Separation Anxiety
Type “Puppy Separation Anxiety Solutions” into any search engine and you will find hundreds of articles claiming their training course and products can cure your dog of his separation anxiety; while these strategies may be somewhat effective, they typically do not target the root of the problem–that is your dog has a need that is
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The Ultimate Puppy Training Guide!
When you first bring your fur-baby home, it can be difficult to decide when and how to begin training them, particularly if you’ve never owned a puppy before. One online trainer, Doggy Dan, thinks he’s cracked the code and created the perfect Puppy Training Guide — and the work begins as soon as your puppy
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How to Stop a Puppy from Chewing Everything!
A common obstacle for new dog parents is figuring out how to stop their puppy from chewing EVERYTHING. From cushions and blankets to shoes–the mop isn’t even safe from those needle-sharp chompers! This dark cloud can dampen even the spirits of even the most enthusiastic dog-owners, but there is a silver lining! This bad habit
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How to keep your dog SAFE!
As dog owners the responsibility is ours to make sure our dogs are safe at all times. You may be surprised how many hazards there are around our homes which might not be a risk to us, but can prove lethal to our dogs. Chocolate is one of them, but there are lots more! The
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Dog walks in Australia (by State)
We have some wonderful dog friendly walks in Australia! Hopefully in this guide I’ll give you some great locations where you can enjoy the great outdoors with your four-legged friend. Obviously this will never be a conclusive list, so feel free to add any dog walk gems in the comments section at the bottom of
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Can you use apple cider vinegar to clean dog’s ears?
Did you know you can use Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV) to clean your dog’s ears?? Sounds crazy, right, but it’s true. Even some vets recommend it! Apple cider vinegar makes for an effective ear cleaner, and saves your dog from expensive chemical ear cleaners from the pet shop. But don’t go pouring apple cider vinegar into
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Why do dogs eat grass and dirt? And the science of Zoopharmacognosy!
A lot of dogs eat grass. Sometimes it’s a bad thing, but other times it’s just normal. Sometimes, you’ll also find your dog eating dirt. So let’s take a look at the ins and outs of why dogs eat grass and dirt, including the science behind it! Why do dogs eat grass? Some reasons why
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What makes a dog’s coat shiny? Plus winter coat tips!
It’s winter – brrrr – which is the worst time for keeping our dog’s coats in good shape. Sometimes, the wintery months show skin conditions we didn’t notice before – which are very important to consider. I say this to everyone – your dog’s coat is a reflection of their health. With so many terrible