Nicole Cosgrove

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Why Do People Poison Dogs? Vet Reviewed Facts & Prevention Tips

Why Do People Poison Dogs? Vet Reviewed Facts & Prevention Tips

A pet being poisoned by a vindictive neighbor or spiteful child is one of a pet owner’s greatest fears. There are stories of neighbors poisoning pets that both…

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By Nicole Cosgrove
6 Reasons to Leash Your Dog With Safety Considerations

6 Reasons to Leash Your Dog With Safety Considerations

Just because there's no leash law doesn't mean you should just let your dogs run wild. Here's why.

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By Nicole Cosgrove
Do Hypoallergenic Dogs Exist? What Science Says

Do Hypoallergenic Dogs Exist? What Science Says

Hypoallergenicity has become an essential focus in the pet world in recent decades as breeders look for new ways to cater to allergy-suffering dog lovers. Nove…

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By Nicole Cosgrove
Can I Use a Lint Roller on My Dog? Vet-Approved Facts & FAQ

Can I Use a Lint Roller on My Dog? Vet-Approved Facts & FAQ

Every dog owner understands the importance of frequent grooming, but not everyone appreciates how challenging it can be for some dogs to cooperate. When your p…

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Can Dogs Tell if You’re a Good Person? Senses Explained (Vet-Verified)

Can Dogs Tell if You’re a Good Person? Senses Explained (Vet-Verified)

“I’m suspicious of people who don’t like dogs, but I trust a dog when it doesn’t like a person.” This famous quote from actor Bill Murray has been shared far a…

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By Nicole Cosgrove
How to Become a Guide Dog Trainer: 5 Vet-Verified Steps & FAQ

How to Become a Guide Dog Trainer: 5 Vet-Verified Steps & FAQ

Becoming a dog trainer is already one of the most fulfilling ways for animal lovers to spend their time, but in some capacities, their work can even change a p…

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By Nicole Cosgrove
Cleft Palate in Dogs: Vet-Reviewed Signs, Causes & Treatment Options

Cleft Palate in Dogs: Vet-Reviewed Signs, Causes & Treatment Options

Cleft palates are unnatural gaps connecting a dog’s mouth and nasal cavities. Though only affecting a small percentage of animals, these debilitating facial de…

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By Nicole Cosgrove
What Happens to Retired Guide Dogs? After Work Facts & FAQ

What Happens to Retired Guide Dogs? After Work Facts & FAQ

It occurred to me that one day I'll have to retire Nash, so I talked to other blind people who have retired dogs to learn what they've done.

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By Nicole Cosgrove
How to Train a Skittish Dog: 13 Vet-Approved Tips & Tricks

How to Train a Skittish Dog: 13 Vet-Approved Tips & Tricks

Some dogs are super confident. They’re confident at home, and get along with strangers as well as they do with family and friends. But, at the other end of the…

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By Nicole Cosgrove
How to Loose Leash Train a Dog: Vet-Approved Tips & Tricks

How to Loose Leash Train a Dog: Vet-Approved Tips & Tricks

As a crucial skill for every dog, loose leash walking is your gateway to more activities and a higher quality of life for your canine companion. You can confid…

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By Nicole Cosgrove