Dog BreedsUpdated Feb 21, 2025
Groenendael Breed Profile: Essential Facts
This intelligent breed is often used in law enforcement and on search-and-rescue teams.
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Melissa Smith
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Melissa Smith has been researching and writing about pet behaviors for several years. Her work has been recognized with Certificates of Excellence from both the Dog Writers Association of America and the Cat Writers’ Association. A longtime animal lover, Melissa is a professional pet sitter on Cape Cod through her company, Fresh Start Services.
Dog BreedsUpdated Feb 21, 2025
Dogo Argentino Breed Profile: Essential Facts
This large and powerful breed is generally good with children.
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Dog BreedsUpdated Feb 21, 2025
Chesapeake Bay Retriever Breed Profile: Essential Facts
A loving breed, the Chesapeake Bay Retriever has slightly webbed toes and a gentle jaw to help retrieve ducks from icy waters.
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Dog BreedsUpdated Feb 20, 2025
Belgian Tervuren Breed Profile: Essential Facts
These active dogs are perfect for people who enjoy jogging.
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Pet HealthUpdated Dec 17, 2024
My Dog's Experience With Myasthenia Gravis and Megaesophagus
People ask me why I devoted so much of my life to caring for my ailing German Shepherd. All I can say is that I got so much more in return than what I gave.
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Behaviors and TrainingUpdated Dec 16, 2024
6 Myths About Blind Dogs Debunked: Facts Every Dog Lover Should Know
Although it's true that some blind dogs may be scared and get injured often, you'd be surprised by how most get around fine and love to play.
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Behaviors and TrainingUpdated Dec 16, 2024
4 Signs You've Picked the Wrong Dog Trainer
Think your trainer has gone to the dogs? Take a look at these 4 signs that it's time to find another one.
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Behaviors and TrainingUpdated Dec 16, 2024
Why Does My Dog Always Stare at Me?
If your dog is sitting in a relaxed position, a direct stare at you could just be an adoring gaze.
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Behaviors and TrainingUpdated Dec 16, 2024
Why Does My Cat Always Lick Me?
Wondering why your cat seems to see you as a walking, talking ice cream cone? Here are 4 possible reasons for all the licking.
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Behaviors and TrainingUpdated Dec 16, 2024
4 Weird Things Your Dog Is Licking — And Why
Got freshly painted walls? Better keep your pup away from them.
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Misc.Updated Dec 16, 2024
Walking the Dog? Better Hold the Leash the Right Way.
Using the wrong leash technique could injure you or your dog.
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Misc.Updated Dec 16, 2024
Giving a Treat to Someone Else's Dog? Ask First!
Refraining from automatically feeding someone else's dog basically comes down to respect. Here's why it matters.
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