Author: Karen Dibert
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Why You Don’t Want Purebred Dogs in Rare Colors
In many cases, colors in purebred dogs are rare for very good reasons, such as that they bring with them serious health issues for the dog.
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What I’ve Learned About the Latest Neutering Methods as I Prepare to Have My 3-Year-Old Dog Fixed
Louie is retiring from his life as a stud dog. His human talked to their vet about the different neutering options now available.
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What Are the Differences Between the AKC, CKC and UKC Breed Registries?
The American Kennel Club, United Kennel Club and Continental Kennel Club differ in the way they register dogs. We look at the pros and cons of each.
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5 Ways Cuddling on the Couch Can Help Keep Your Dog Healthy
Sharing sofa space gives you the opportunity to check your pup from nose to tail.
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Stuffies? Balls? Nope. My Dog Likes to Play Most With Something That Isn’t Even a Toy!
Can you relate? I bet you can.
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I Was Skeptical About Accupuncture for Dogs, and Then I Tried It
My French Bulldog Louie suffers from anxiety, so we followed our vet's advice to try acupuncture. Boy did it help!
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Do You Wipe Your Dog’s Butt? You Should, and Here’s Why
Turns out, my French Bulldog Louie hides fecal matter under his tail. His vet explained why it's important to help dogs with their hygiene.
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How My Son and My Dog Became the Stars of a Bus Stop Photo Series
My dog goes with my son to the school bus stop each morning. I began taking their picture and posting to social media -- and got an outpouring of love in return.
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When Special Dogs Bond With Special-Needs Kids
Not all dogs are suited to be best friends with a special-needs child, but when they are, an unbreakable and life-changing bond forms between them.
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My Dog Has Odd Play Habits. Does Yours?
My French Bulldog Louie won't play with me or most toys, but he loves to fetch for my son. And that's just the beginning.
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Our French Bulldogs Put the Stair Barrier to the Test
The Stair Barrier is an easy-to-use, surprisingly stylish mesh gate that keeps pets and kids from accessing stairs.
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We Flattened Our Dog and Took Him to Disney World
Only service dogs are allowed in the park, so we took a picture of our pet and brought it instead. Flat Louie had a blast!
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Jill the French Bulldog Tests a Chastity Belt for Dogs
No matter what the reason for having an unspayed female dog, the Pet Anti-Breeding System helps you avoid unwanted litters.
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Bernard Lima-Chavez Speaks for Dogs Who Cannot Hear
After adopting a deaf Pit Bull puppy, Bernard Lima-Chavez vowed to help as many deaf dogs as he could -- and he's made good on that promise.
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Louie the Frenchie Reviews Disney World’s Best Friends Pet Care
I spent a few days at Disney World recently, and aside from a bout of separation anxiety, my pup had a great stay at Best Friends Pet Care.
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Do You Believe in the Rainbow Bridge?
I talked to several friends, pet parents and professionals alike, who believe in the idea of the Rainbow Bridge and how it helps us when a beloved dog dies.
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Train Your Dog to Stay Out of the Kitchen — It’s a Dangerous Place!
During meal prep, the kitchen is full of hazards. Here's how to keep your dog happy and safe when you're cooking.
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15 Ways to Know You’re an Instagram Pet Parent
You may have an Instagram account for your dog, but does your pup automatically pose when he sees the camera, like my Louie?
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ToeGrips Give Senior Dogs Back Their Footing — and Confidence
Older dogs tend to slip on hard surfaces, so veterinarian Julie Buzby created Toe Grips to keep them upright and improve their quality of life.
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We Chat With Dara Moss About Her BatHat Ear Warmers for Dogs
Moss created the first BatHat for her Frenchie. Now her products are warming dogs' ears around the world.
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8 Ways Having Cats Makes Me Appreciate My Dogs More
The litter box, counter surfing, cat hair -- I've learned to love my dogs more after adding kitties to our family.
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10 Ways to Get Your Dog Eating When Away From Home
My French Bulldog Louis travels with me, and he sometimes doesn't want to eat because of the change in his schedule. Here's how I get him eating again.
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I Gave My Mom a Dog Even Though She Didn’t Want One
It was a risk, but I knew my mom needed a dog to care for -- and I was right!
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Atlanta’s W-Underdogs Helps Disadvantaged Kids and Dogs Alike
We chat with Grace Hamlin about her nonprofit, which gets local kids off the streets and into rescuing dogs.
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Why My Dogs Gained Weight on a Healthy, All-Natural Dog Food
It pays to read and understand labels -- it turns out I was feeding my dogs the wrong food for their life stage.
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22 Signs That You Might Be a Helicopter Pet Parent
Have you ever kicked your spouse out of bed so your sick dog gets more room? Us, too!
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I Was a Dog Breeder for 15 Years. Why Does That Make Me a Monster?
I responsibly bred Corgis and French Bulldogs, and I struggle to understand why so many consider that such a bad thing.
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How to Make a Bow Tie for Your Dog
A nice bow tie adds a bit of sophistication to a dog's collar, don't you think? Here's how to make one!
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8 Stylish Gifts for Dogs and Dog Lovers
From Gwen Stefani-designed sweaters to stylish dishes in Tiffany blue, these presents will please the dog lover on your holiday shopping list.
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10 Handmade Etsy Gifts for Dogs and Dog Lovers
I've been an Etsy seller for nine years, and I know how to find the coolest stuff -- here are my favorite gifts for the 2015 holiday shopping season.
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