Breed of the Week_ The Beagle

Breed of the Week: The Beagle

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The Beagle is a small, compact dog that has an incredible sense of smell. Because of his amazing nose-power, the Beagle is highly prized for his ability to track small game. In addition to his hunting ability, the Beagle is … Continue reading

Dogs for Seniors

No Dogs for Seniors?

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On my last trip down to the dog park, I was greeted with the news that my friend Debbie (mom of Chuck, the overweight beagle) is going to be adding to her family. It seems that Debbie’s grandmother is no … Continue reading

Pit Bulls

10 Dog Breeds Mistaken for Pit Bulls

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There’s a lot of confusion out there these days as to what kinds of dogs are actually Pit Bulls, and a lot of BSL (breed-specific legislation) that’s designed to eliminate breeds that fit the profile, whether or not they’re really … Continue reading

Separation Anxiety

7 Myths About Separation Anxiety

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Does your dog chew up the furniture when you leave him alone, howl a lung up in the car if you leave him for five minutes to pick up a prescription or grab a quart of milk? Does he seem … Continue reading

Breed of the Week_ The Golden Retriever

Breed of the Week: The Golden Retriever

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You might remember me mentioning the Golden Retriever in “The Truth About Dog Bite Statistics.” I stated that the Golden Retriever was on the list of dogs most likely to bite, and pointed out that this had nothing to do … Continue reading

Biking With Dog

7 Steps for Safe Biking with Your Dog

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If you’re anything like me, you probably walk your dog at least a couple of times a day, and maybe you visit the dog park regularly as well so that your best buddy can get a great workout with other … Continue reading

Puppy Mills

5 Reasons Why Puppy Mills Must Be Stopped

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I’ve pointed out the perils of buying a puppy from pet stores and online advertisers previously, and talked about puppy mills a bit in How to Get the Right Dog from the Right Breeder. The US Humane Society estimates that … Continue reading