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Ashley Bates is a freelance dog writer and pet enthusiast who is currently studying the art of animal therapy. A mother to four human children— and 23 furry and feathery kids, too – Ashley volunteers at local shelters, advocates for animal well-being, and rescues every creature in need. Her mission is to create awareness, education, and entertainment about pets to prevent homelessness. Her specialties are dogs and cats.
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Have you ever heard that black dogs are less adoptable than other colors? It doesn’t just stop with dogs. Cats fall under the same fate. What exactly makes bla…
If you are a dog lover who has a soft spot for Pit Bulls, you probably hate hearing the bad rap. After all, we all know it's not their fault, it's the humans t…
Dogs digging up things in the backyard is pretty much normal canine behavior to most people, so it's to be expected. It often doesn’t get a second thought. But…
If you live with anyone else, whether it be a partner, roommate, or parent, you know that you have to clear decisions with them. After all, you both are sharin…
All animals deserve our love and attention, no matter their age or body type. Many domestic pets are out there waiting to prove that they can provide companion…
If you're interested in a specific type of dog but want to make a difference in the homeless pet population and save money at the same time, you might want to…
Dogs can be extremely protective of their owners, and some people might even get a particular breed for this reason. If you’ve noticed that your dog is getting…
Our dogs do all sorts of things that we can’t explain, but love to watch. If you’ve noticed your dog casually carrying around their toy, it might seem strange.…
For those of you who struggle to find just the right name, let me reassure you, the right name can come from the most unlikely sources.
It's that time of year. Everyone is bundled up and trying to stay as snug as possible. Trips with your dog outside are brief, as you shiver to try to make it b…
