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Nicole has loved animals of all sizes her whole life so it's no wonder she has dedicated her career to helping them through what she loves best: learning, writing, and sharing knowledge with others. She’s the proud mom of two dogs, a cat, and a human. With a degree in Education and 15+ years of writing experience, Nicole wants to help pet parents and pets around the planet to live happy, safe, and healthy lives.
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Whether you've brought home your first dog or your 10th, taking care of dogs is a huge responsibility. They'll be an integral part of your family for at least…
Amino acids are the building blocks of protein and, therefore, necessary for the synthesis of muscle and tissue. They also play a pivotal role in other metabol…
Coprophagia is the term used to describe the behavior of eating feces, which is common in dogs. Sometimes, the dog’s own feces are the primary object, though t…
If you own a dog, you are probably aware of canine parainfluenza. You may have read about it or heard about it from your veterinarian. You may have even had yo…
Unfortunately, bed bugs (Cimex lectularius) can come from various sources, and dealing with these persistent critters when you have dogs can be difficult becau…
They say a dog is a man's best friend. It goes to a whole new level when the same dog welcomes a litter of puppies. When this happens, it becomes friendship co…
It can be surprising to learn how much work goes into breeding a dog. It’s enough to be a full-time job! One of the things that can take the most time and effo…
Whether you want to breed your female dog or are anxious to get her spayed before she undergoes her first heat cycle, knowing the physical signs indicating the…
Good postnatal care, also called postpartum care, ensures that your dog recovers from the rigors of giving birth so that she can nurse her puppies and stay hea…
Samoyeds have earned the nickname “the smiling sled dog.” These friendly, medium-sized pups are classified as working dogs. They get their name from the Samoye…
