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Dogs and Babies: Tips for New Parents
My dog was a year and half old when we brought our new baby home from the hospital. In many ways, it felt like we were still getting adjusted to life with our pup (known as Sweet Baby L on these pages) when our family dynamic totally shifted. Cue major anxiety. If you’re in a…
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How Often Does My Dog Need a Bath?
One of the best things about having a dog with very light-colored fur is that it’s easy to see how dirty she is. At the same time, one of the worst things about having a dog with very light-colored fur is that it’s easy to see how dirty she is 😉 “You must have to…
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Does My Dog Need a Dentist?
I’ve spent a lot of time in the vet’s office with Sweet Baby L. Usually we are there for stomach issues, her skin allergies, or her routine things like vaccines. Thank God for pet insurance. Somehow, in all those visits, it never occurred to me to ask about her teeth. It was only a few…
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Does My Dog Need a Diet?
A few weeks ago, I was on my way to meet my husband and Sweet Baby L in the park. Off in the distance, a pup trotted through my field of vision and I thought, ‘Oh, that dog looks like a heavier version of Sweet Baby L.” A split second later, I realized that pup…
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How Much Grass Is Too Much Grass For My Dog To Eat?
Summertime means more time spent in the park. More time in the park means more time to eat grass.
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Does My Dog Need Discipline…or Do I?
Like many new dog owners, I’ve spent a considerable amount of time and money on training sessions for my pup. She’s come a long way since we started, and I’m proud of the progress she’s made. So why do I have a hard time reinforcing all the things we’ve learned together?
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Does My Dog Miss Me When I Leave Her Home Alone?
Dogs are pack animals by nature. How can we make sure they are OK when we leave them home alone?
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Is My Dog Sad Or Is That Just Her Face?
Is my dog sad, or is that just how she looks?
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Is My Dog Bored?
It’s very easy to fall into a guilt trap when busy days call for rushed walks or less playtime. I tell myself that a little bit of attention is better than none at all, but I worry that my dog feels neglected when I’m unable to give her as much attention as I’d like.
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Is My Dog Sad in Her Crate?
There are benefits to crate training, but what if my dog seems unhappy in her crate?
Is My Dog OK? 