Kristin Hitchcock

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How to Clean Up Dog Hair: 11 Easy Tips

How to Clean Up Dog Hair: 11 Easy Tips

The vast majority of dogs shed at least a little. Therefore, you can plan on cleaning up dog fur at least some of the time, even if you have a low-shedding dog…

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By Kristin Hitchcock
How to Make a Dog and Cat Friends at Home: 6 Vet-Reviewed Tips

How to Make a Dog and Cat Friends at Home: 6 Vet-Reviewed Tips

Despite what is commonly believed by many, cats and dogs can live together. Sometimes, they can even become best buddies. However, this may take a lot of caref…

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By Kristin Hitchcock
Dogs & Daylight Savings Time: How Much It Affects Them (Vet-Verified)

Dogs & Daylight Savings Time: How Much It Affects Them (Vet-Verified)

We all know that daylight savings time affects people. The days following the shift see more heart attacks and strokes than average—plus an increase in car acc…

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By Kristin Hitchcock
How to Teach a Dog to Lie Down: Vet-Verified Step-by-Step Guide

How to Teach a Dog to Lie Down: Vet-Verified Step-by-Step Guide

There are a few basic commands that every dog should know. After learning to sit, the next step is often teaching your dog to lie down. Laying down is an excep…

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By Kristin Hitchcock
Dog Trick Training: 7 Vet-Verified Benefits for Pup & Human

Dog Trick Training: 7 Vet-Verified Benefits for Pup & Human

Everyone knows that training dogs in basic commands is important. After all, these commands make your dog much more manageable. However, what about tricks? The…

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By Kristin Hitchcock
Dogs With Dreads: 8 Mop Dog Breeds (With Pictures & History)

Dogs With Dreads: 8 Mop Dog Breeds (With Pictures & History)

The term “dreads” is most commonly used for human hair. Dogs’ fur has a much different texture, so it’s rare to find a canine with true dreads. However, some d…

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By Kristin Hitchcock
Can Dog Moms Celebrate Mother’s Day? 7 Tips on How to Have a Great Day

Can Dog Moms Celebrate Mother’s Day? 7 Tips on How to Have a Great Day

Anyone can celebrate Mother’s Day if they’d like to, including those that only have canines. Many dog owners feel they provide similar love and care to their d…

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By Kristin Hitchcock
Poodle Grooming Styles: 7 Popular Poodle Cuts

Poodle Grooming Styles: 7 Popular Poodle Cuts

Poodles require professional grooming for their coat to remain manageable. Otherwise, it will grow out exceedingly long and be very prone to matting. However,…

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By Kristin Hitchcock
11 Types of Dog Coats & How to Care for Them

11 Types of Dog Coats & How to Care for Them

Dogs come in all different shapes and sizes and with lots of different coats. While most people divide dogs into “shorthaired” and “longhaired,” there are actu…

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By Kristin Hitchcock
How to Teach a Dog to Bow in 7 Vet-Approved Steps

How to Teach a Dog to Bow in 7 Vet-Approved Steps

Teaching your dog to bow is an intermediate-level trick. It helps if your dog already understands basic cues such as sit, down, or stay, before you tackle bowi…

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By Kristin Hitchcock