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Dog Ear Muffs Provide Hearing Protection

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Dog ear muffs provide more than protection against the cold. They are also dog ear protection that can muffle fireworks and protect hearing.
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5 Things I Would Never Do With My Dogs

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There is a trend on TikTok right now where various experts are sharing “things they would never do” after some years of experience in...
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Do Anti-Anxiety Dog Beds Work?

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A dog bed for anxiety must suit your individual canine’s needs.

Prison Dog Training Programs: An Inside Look

Katie Locks is the owner of Lucky Dogs Training and More in Amelia Court House, Virginia. Since 2004, she has worked with rescues and individuals to strengthen the bond with dogs through training. She trains for the Southside SPCA as well as Lab Rescue of the Labrador Retriever Club of the Potomac, is a mentor trainer for Animal Behavior College, and is the lead trainer for Pixie's Pen Pals, a prison dog program.

Low-Energy Dog Breeds

Calm canines range from small to giant, so you have your choice of size, but if you’re also looking for a dog who is easy to care for take note: Some low-energy breeds also have extra grooming or medical needs.
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Best Slicker Brushes for Dogs

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If you have a medium- or long-coated dog with silky to floofy fur or a curly-coated dog like a Poodle or a Doodle, a slicker brush should be part of your grooming box. We reviewed five of the best, and here's what we found out.

Properly Supervising Dogs

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Five types of dog-to-dog supervision, from left to right (or from 1 to 4 stars): No adult supervising dogs; Adult present but distracted; Reacting after the dogs are too close; Having a plan, being prepared; Fully present, adult supervision

Are Two Pups Better Than One?

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I hear it all the time: “Honey, maybe we should get two! Look how much they love each other! How can we possibly split them...

Best Dog-Related Books: January 2016

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Friendly wolves, pet heroes, canine yoga, dogs underwater, puppies shaking - and so much more! Check out Whole Dog Journal's January book recommendations. Last month, we listed just a few of our favorite dog reads. There are so many great books out there, we had to do it again!

Are You Allergic to Your Dog?

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Those of us who struggle with allergies of any type can thank our immune system for its tendency to over-react to certain perfectly harmless things in the environment. In the case of an allergic reaction to dogs, the body is reacting to harmless proteins in the dog's urine, saliva, or dander.
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Are Dogs Allowed On Trains?

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Your dog can travel with you on most trains, but expect limits on size and the number of dogs, and he will need to remain quietly in his carrier.
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How to Register a Dog as Emotional Support Animal

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Emotional support dogs are not registered in any database. What you do need is a letter from your licensed mental health professional that you need an emotional support animal.