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Cute puppy dog with intense body language. Obedience collar for safety and behavior correction. Female Harrier mix. Selective focus

GPS Trackers and Smart Collars for Dogs

From using GPS technology to help locate a pet who’s wandered off to accelerometer technology to track activity, modern dog collars offer more than just a functional way to attach an ID tag and leash.
Puppy at home urinating on a carpet.

Best Carpet Shampooers and Upholstery Cleaners for Pets

Carpet cleaners or rug shampooers combine suction power with cleaning sprays, rotating brushes, and rinse water to remove stains, odors, and stubborn grime.
Red-tailed Hawk searching for prey

Will a Hawk Attack a Dog?

“Considering how prevalent hawks are across North America, hawk attacks on our pets are not common, and most of the claims we hear about are unsubstantiated, with only a few verified reports each year,” behavioral expert Hillary Hankey states.
A dog owner next to their dog wearing a treat pouch.

Five Best Dog Training Treat Pouches

The most common reward is giving your dog a tasty treat. Unfortunately, holding treats in your hand or your pocket can lead to a sticky, crumbly mess. The best solution is a dog-training pouch.
12 years old girl in backyard at home teaching her black labrador puppy to sit on command. Stay a home. Weekend activities

Dog Training for Kids and Other Beginners

The level of your children’s participation in your dog’s training program will vary based on the age and abilities of the children.
German pinscher running on special animal treadmill in dog fitness club

Dog Treadmill Choices

Working out on a dog treadmill can be a great excercise option during inclement weather, or the winter months when long walks aren't an option.
A mature woman is standing behind a bench with a dog sitting on a towel on the bench. She is grooming the dog.

Grooming Supplies for Dog Grooming at Home

Dog grooming at home can be less stressful for your dog, provided that you have the right grooming supplies. Not all dog's coats are the same and different thicknesses and textures require different brushes and rakes.
vitamins for senior dogs

Vitamins for Senior Dogs

The best senior dog vitamins are the ones your dog needs and that have an NASC seal on them.
A beloved senior dog standing by the roadside looking inquisitively at the camera.

Grieving Our Losses

While we all know that the death of an old dog is inevitable, and we may have even told our friends that we’re prepared for it, when death comes, our loss isn’t any less painful or easier to accept.
senior dog receiving acupuncture

Acupuncture for Dogs

Whether the veterinary acupuncturist practices Traditional Chinese Medicine or Western medical acupuncture, the treatment helps, especially for dogs with arthritis or neurological problems.
golden retriever licking feet

Why Do Dogs Smell Like Fritos?

If your dog’s feet have a slight eau de corn chip, don’t worry. This smell is just from the normal bacteria that end up on dog feet throughout daily life.
jack russell with button ears

What Dogs Have Button Ears?

A dog with a button ear has a fold forward to protect the inside of the ear.

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Parallels between Force-Free Training and Gentle Parenting

Both gentle parenting and force-free training emphasize empathy for the living being you're responsible for, and patience with their behavior as their core tenet.