How to Socialize Your Dog the Right Way
Bringing home a new dog is exciting — you can’t wait to introduce her to everyone and take her everywhere. But before you jump in, it’s important to help her…
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Puppy Left Heartbroken And Alone After His Whole Family Gets Adopted Without Him
When a little pug-mix family arrived at the Benton-Franklin Humane Society (BFHS) in August, everyone instantly fell in love. The devoted mama and her three adorable puppies were full of…
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Resource Guarding in Dogs: Why It Happens & How to Help Your Pup Overcome It
Does your sweet, goofy dog suddenly turn into a growling gremlin the moment you reach for his favorite toy?Or maybe he stiffens over his food bowl, snaps at anyone who…
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Workers Spot Shivering Pup Trapped In Flooded Canal — And Rush To Save Her
As heavy rain poured over Camarillo, California, a crew from Ventura County Public Works was monitoring a flooding canal when something unusual caught their eye. Amid the rushing water, they…
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The Complete Guide to Potty Training Your Puppy
Bringing home a new puppy is exciting — the cozy bed, the overflowing toy bin, the endless cuddles. But before the fun really begins, there’s one major milestone every new…
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Teaching Your Dog “Leave It”: A Simple Guide to Building Self-Control
Teaching your dog the “leave it” command is a key part of dog training and is one of the most valuable skills you can give her. It teaches impulse control,…
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The Beginner’s Guide to Training Your Puppy: A Step-By-Step Plan for Success
Puppies are adorable — that part’s easy.What’s a little less cute? Figuring out how to train one, especially if you’ve never had a puppy before. The good news: training doesn’t…
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Rescuers See Tiny ‘Ball’ In Alley — Then Realize It’s a Dog Desperately Protecting His Family
In August, a group of caring neighbors in St. Louis, Missouri, noticed something small and still in an alleyway — what looked like a little brown ball tucked against the…
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Driver Slams On Brakes When Four Tiny Puppies Run Up To Her Car Begging For Help
When Bita Ghassemi set out for a quiet drive on a back road outside Austin, Texas, she didn’t expect to stumble upon anything unusual. She’d simply stopped to admire a…
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Starving Puppy Found in Pumpkin Patch Makes Miraculous Recovery Thanks to Good Samaritan
In a lonely pumpkin patch in Otoe County, Nebraska, a tiny black puppy named Zephyr was in desperate need of help. Malnourished and weak, Zephyr could barely move, her ribs…
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Shelter Volunteer Finds Bucket Of Puppies — And Realizes The Heartbreaking Truth
After finishing a long volunteer shift at her local animal shelter, Mary Nakiso stepped outside, ready to head home — but something by the door stopped her in her tracks.…
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Top 5 Puppy Collars (Plus the Best ID Tag) To Keep Your New Pup Safe
Bringing home a new puppy is one of life’s happiest moments — and making sure you have the right gear ready can help set your little buddy up for a…
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Harness vs. Collar: Which One Is Right for Your Dog?
Dog parents everywhere have strong opinions about the great harness vs. collar debate. Whether you’re just starting your pet-parent journey or you’ve had dogs for years, it’s completely normal to…
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5 Top Dog Harnesses for Every Kind of Pup
A good dog harness is one of the smartest investments a pet parent can make. Harnesses make walks easier, safer and far more comfortable — especially for dogs who pull,…
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When Do Puppies Stop Growing?
If you’ve just welcomed an adorable new puppy into your home, you’ve probably already wondered: How big is this little fluffball going to get? You’re definitely not alone — it’s…
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Rescuers Find Box Marked “Please Help” — And Discover Seven Newborn Puppies Inside
Late last month in Charles County, Maryland, a passerby noticed something unusual along the side of a quiet road — a paper towel box with a handwritten message scrawled across…
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Top-Rated Puppy Pads, According to Pet Parents
Bringing home a new puppy is pure joy — and a lot of work. Those early months of training set the stage for a lifetime with a well-behaved, happy companion.…
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Mama Dog Watches All Her Puppies Get Adopted — Then Waits Alone, Heartbroken
When Mama Gladice arrived at the Lancaster Animal Care Center in Southern California with her four puppies, no one knew much about her past. She’d been found wandering the streets,…
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The Best Puppy Training Treats — Recommended by Professional Trainers
Training a puppy takes patience, consistency and — most importantly — treats. Positive reinforcement is the fastest, most effective way to help your puppy learn cues like “sit,” “stay,” and…
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‘Unicorn’ Dog Waits All Day For Someone To Choose Her — Then Gets The Happy Ending She Deserves
When animal control officers in Eastford, Connecticut, found a 4-year-old dog named Ginger wandering alone, they couldn’t help but notice her unusual charm — she had only one ear perched…
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