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Whether you have a puppy, an adult dog or an older dog, you're going to need to know how to care for her. Let our experienced dog owners advise you on how to care for your pup during every stage of her life.

How To Determine if Your Dog Is Overweight

 
 
 
 
 
June 25, 2009
If your dog is overweight, he is putting himself at risk for the same health issues that people face.

How To Live with Dogs When You are Allergic to Dogs

 
 
 
 
 
May 9, 2009
Are you a dog owner who is allergic to dogs? Don't give up your beloved pets or immediately write off ever having the chance to own a dog of your own.

How To Tell if Your Dog Breeder is a Responsible One

 
 
 
 
 
May 8, 2009
If you are considering a new puppy, you may be wondering how to choose one. One of your primary considerations should be the breeder, and finding a responsible one.

Understand Pet Shipping

 
 
 
 
 
April 29, 2009
Sometimes having your pet shipped to your new location is a necessity. Learn ways to select a reputable company that will safely deliver your beloved pet to your destination.

How To Choose a Pet Sitter

 
 
 
 
 
April 29, 2009
Finding the best pet sitter is a challenge as that person will care for your beloved pet in your absence. Start the search early so you are able to find the most qualified person.

How To Find a Local Pet Shelter

 
 
 
 
 
April 29, 2009
Pet shelters serve a number of purposes. They provide pet adoptions, a safe haven for abused animals as well as lost pets. Find the location closest to your home.

How To Choose the Right Pet Beds

 
 
 
 
 
April 29, 2009
Dog and cat pet beds are very popular with pet owners. Choosing the right pet bed is important for your furry friend (and you) to get a good night's sleep!

How To Evaluate a Pet Hotel

 
 
 
 
 
April 26, 2009
If you need to go on vacation and have no one to leave your pet with, a pet hotel might be perfect. To evaluate a suitable pet hotel, you need to assess your pet's needs.

How To Foster Animals

 
 
 
 
 
April 25, 2009
You can provide a foster shelter for abused animals in your home. Learn how you can give them a better life.

How To Evaluate Pet Sitting Services

 
 
 
 
 
April 24, 2009
Proper evaluation should be conducted before hiring a pet sitter. Here are some tips in evaluating potential pet sitters.

How To Meet Your Dog's Basic Needs

 
 
 
 
 
April 24, 2009
As a dog owner, it is your responsibility to ensure that your dog’s basic needs are met. Taking care of a dog can be a big job, but it is fairly easy if you understand what your...

How To Manage Your Multi-Dog Home

 
 
 
 
 
April 24, 2009
If one dog just isn't enough, consider a multi-dog household. Having multiple dogs living together can be a lot of fun, but it can be chaos at times. How do you manage several...

How To Find a Pet Hotel

 
 
 
 
 
April 21, 2009
Pet hotels are not that difficult to find if you know where to look, you should be able to find one in your city or town.

How To Evaluate Pet Boarding Services

 
 
 
 
 
April 21, 2009
If you need to head out of town and leave your pet behind, boarding services are available, but some are better than others.

How To Choose a Pet Grooming Service

 
 
 
 
 
April 21, 2009
Having your pet groomed will go smoothly if you do some research to find the best and most caring pet grooming service in your area.

How To Find Pet Sitting Services

 
 
 
 
 
April 21, 2009
If you are in need of pet sitting services, there are a number of places where you can begin your search.

How To Volunteer at a Pet Shelter

 
 
 
 
 
April 21, 2009
Volunteering at a pet shelter can be a rewarding experience, especially if you are fond of animals. You don't necessarily have to have professional experience handling animals...

How To Choose Ideal Pet Products

 
 
 
 
 
April 21, 2009
If you're a serious animal lover, you probably treat your pets like family members. You want the best for your kids, so choose the best products for your pets, too.

How To Support an Animal Society This Christmas

 
 
 
 
 
April 17, 2009
Adopting a worthy cause such as supporting an animal society this Christmas can be a very meaningful way of spending the holidays.

How To Remove Porcupine Quills from a Dog

 
 
 
 
 
April 10, 2009
Oh no! Lassie saw a scary animal and played with it. Now your dog has these strange-looking quills impaled on its face, its legs, and also on its body! What creature could have...

How To Help Homeless Animals

 
 
 
 
 
April 10, 2009
Homeless animals have continued to grow in number in the past year. While it is sad to say that there are no accurate statistics on this, the alarming growth in the population...

How To Help Abused Animals

 
 
 
 
 
April 10, 2009
Animal abuse is a relatively modern concept. An animal is considered abused when it is experiencing physical cruelty, or is deprived of food, water and a decent shelter. Pushing...

How To Recognize Pet Arthritis in Our Dogs and Cats

 
 
 
 
 
March 31, 2009
Know how to diagnosis arthritis when your dog or cat is limping. Performing these four easy steps will help you decide if your pets have arthritis. Once arthritis is suspected,...

How To Help Your Dog Lose Weight

 
 
 
 
 
March 26, 2009
This article provides 5 simple tips for helping your pets lose weight. Although, getting our pets to lose weight can be frustrating, it is very important. Decreasing weight can...

How To Figure Out What to Feed Your Dog; How to Help Your Dog Lose Weight

 
 
 
 
 
March 25, 2009
One question that I hear every day is, how much food I should be feeding my dog and what should I be feeding him.  Almost 71% of dogs in the United States are overweight, this...

Choose the Right Dog Kennels

 
 
 
 
 
March 20, 2009
Searching for the right kennel for your four-legged friend can be quite an adventure. It requires research, asking questions and actually visiting the kennels you are considering...

Compare the 10 Best Dog Food Brands

 
 
 
 
 
March 19, 2009
Reading your dogs' food labels is as important as reading your own. I have researched how you want to see the ingredients in your dog's diet. The first ingredient should be meat....

Do Your Own Dog Grooming

 
 
 
 
 
March 19, 2009
Grooming your dog is about much more than simply keeping your dog looking good, it is about hygiene and good health. Grooming includes more than just brushing the coat, it includes...

How To Treat Pet Arthritis

 
 
 
 
 
March 14, 2009
Knowing how to treat pet arthritis is very important when trying to make sure your pet stays pain free. Pet arthritis is one of the most common diseases found in older animals....

Care for Boxer Dogs

 
 
 
 
 
March 13, 2009
Boxers are a great breed. They're loving, playful, and laid back. Caring for boxer dogs is fairly easy compared to some breeds. If you have a general idea of how they work, you'll...

Transport Small Dogs

 
 
 
 
 
March 13, 2009
When it comes to transporting your small dog one of the difficult decisions you will make is if you should transport them at all. Some situations do not leave you and option...

Care for a Golden Retriever

 
 
 
 
 
March 11, 2009
The golden retriever is an energetic, playful breed, known for it's gentle nature. Owning one of these wonderful dogs does take a commitment, though. They are large dogs that...

Care for a Black Lab

 
 
 
 
 
March 11, 2009
Black labs can make wonderful pets but they do need to be properly cared for. As with any animal, food choices are important. Puppies need good quality food to help them grow strong...

Care for a Siberian Husky

 
 
 
 
 
March 11, 2009
Siberian Huskies originated in eastern Siberia. The dog is a medium sized canine that is considered a working breed. Siberian Huskies have distinct pointed ears and thick double-coated...

Get Rid of Fleas

 
 
 
 
 
March 11, 2009
Springtime will be upon us soon. If you are a pet owner you may soon be wondering how to get rid of fleas. There are plenty of choices available but what is the best way to get...

Treat Flea Bites on Your Dog

 
 
 
 
 
March 11, 2009
Multiple methods can be employed on how to treat fleas on your dog. Your best bet is not to get fleas on your dog to start with. We will look at some prevention ideas as well as...

Care for an Australian Shepherd

 
 
 
 
 
March 11, 2009

Choosing the Right Dog Food

 
 
 
 
 
March 6, 2009
Choosing the right dog food for your beloved pet is one of the most important decisions in health care. Your choice of the right dog food, however, can be very tricky. There...

Know If There's a Dog Food Recall

 
 
 
 
 
March 5, 2009
Just as we want only the safest foods for our human family members, we want to ensure our pets are eating safe food. The terrible incidents in 2007 of melamine contaminated foods,...

Make Homemade Dog Treats

 
 
 
 
 
March 5, 2009
Homemade dog treats are more nutritious if you make them yourself as you can control the ingredients. Many store bought varieties have ingredients that can actually cause digestive...

Care for a Bernese Mountain Dog

 
 
 
 
 
March 5, 2009
The Burmese Mountain dog is a large dog. It is one of the four breeds of Sennenhund. They are very loving dogs that make excellent companions. The Burmese Mountain dog has a calm...

Care for a Portuguese Water Dog

 
 
 
 
 
March 5, 2009
Portuguese Water Dog is a beautiful breed and can make a great pet depending on how you care for the animal. You’ll want to learn all you can about caring for your Portuguese...

Care for an Australian Cattle Dog

 
 
 
 
 
March 5, 2009
An Australian Cattle Dog is quite hassle-free to care for. Although with this easy to care for breed, there are a few things to remember when it comes to providing a healthy environment...

Find a Good Veterinarian

 
 
 
 
 
March 5, 2009
Whether you are a new pet owner or an experienced one, finding a good veterinarian is one of the most important responsibilities that you will have for your pet. When picking...

Choose Between Two or More Veterinarians

 
 
 
 
 
March 5, 2009
Our pets are important members of our family and therefore, the choice of a veterinarian is an important one. In some cities, there are an abundance of veterinary services to choose...

Care For Small Dogs

 
 
 
 
 
March 5, 2009
Many people choose to own a small dog because the dogs adapt well to many different lifestyles. The care for a small dog is much like taking care of a larger dog, but with a few...

How To Clip your Poodle

 
 
 
 
 
February 25, 2009
Many dog owners take their poodle to a professional groomer because poodle cuts can be complicated. However, it’s actually not very difficult to clip your poodle at home, especially...

How To Help A Constipated Dog

 
 
 
 
 
December 17, 2008
If you’ve noticed that your pooper scooper duties have diminished, it’s not time to celebrate. It probably means that your dog is suffering from constipation.  Before you...

How To Brush My Dog's Teeth

 
 
 
 
 
December 9, 2008
You should start brushing your dog's teeth as soon as possible so that they get used to it. Your puppy needs to know that he can trust your fingers in his mouth. This will take...

How To Care for a Greyhound

 
 
 
 
 
December 7, 2008
If you’ve adopted a Greyhound, chances are you’re bringing an ex-racing dog into your home. Good for you! There are so many retired Greyhounds in need of homes and you deserve...
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