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Dogs are great. There is almost nothing like the love and loyalty and joy that comes with canine companionship. What is better than a dog?
How about two dogs? Or three dogs?
What about more dogs?
At some point every pet parent begins to ask themselves that most important of questionsâŚShould I get another dog?
That is quite a question. And donât believe for one second that there is only one right answer. Like many questions when it comes to pet parenting, it all depends. On you. On your home....
Few things can be as exciting as bringing a new pet into your home.
But the experience can also lead to worry, especially if you are dealing with a dog that hasnât been trained. Whether youâre adopting a puppy or a dog with a few years under his collar, there will be an adjustment period. Dogs can be curious. And that can lead to mischief. And that can uncover hazards and potential dangers throughout your home.
As a responsible pet owner, you want to prepare and create a safe haven for your ne...
June is Foster-a-Pet month, a month the Petco Foundation sets aside to encourage people to temporarily house a homeless dog. The Petco Foundation estimates that if only 2 percent of U.S. households fostered one pet a year, unnecessary euthanasia in shelters could be eliminated.
One of the biggest barriers to this, though, is uncertainty over whatâs involved. There are a few misconceptions about dog fostering that can keep you from missing out on a great experience. Here are some of the most com...
Mr. Rogers said that in times of trouble, his mother would have him look to the helpers. If something good has come from our strange days, itâs how many people have responded to the call and offered to foster a dog from a shelter.
Thankfully many of these open-minded fostering pet parents are transitioning to permanent pet parents. And adopting a dog has become the new norm when it comes to dog ownership. Itâs almost becoming politically incorrect to buy a dog.
Donât get me wrong, I do think i...
Are you ready for the arrival of your new puppy? This cute little creature is going to require a lot of work. The good news is, with training and the right supplies and equipment, raising your new puppy can be easy and stress-free. In the days leading up to your new puppyâs arrival, there are some things you can do to help transition your new puppy into a happy and healthy member of your family.
For your puppyâs safety and to facili...
"Your scientists were so preoccupied with whether or not they could, they didn't stop to think if they should."
That quote by Dr. Ian Malcolm from the movie Jurassic Park applies to so many situations. Deciding if you are ready to join the league of animal caretakers is absolutely one.
It's not enough to think you are ready; this is a life-changing decision, one must know it. Picking the right dog for you should take almost much thought as finding the right life partner.
"Your scientists were so preoccupied with whether or not they could, they didn't stop to think if they should."
That quote by Dr. Ian Malcolm from the movie Jurassic Park applies to so many situations. Deciding if you are ready to join the league of animal caretakers is absolutely one.
It's not enough to think you are ready; this is a life-changing decision, one must know it. Picking the right dog for you should take almost much thought as finding the right life partner.
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