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Dog fun: Prepare your dog for activities like hiking, camping, and kayaking.

Pamper your pup with dog clothes and toys. Take great photos of your dog.

Hiking: The best way to prepare for dog hiking trips is to take your dog on long daily walks to ensure she is healthy and able to handle the strain of hiking. Make sure you follow trail etiquette.

Camping: Camping with your dog requires a bit of preparation and safety precautions to ensure that you and your dogs can enjoy a safe and fun outdoor adventure – and we’re here to help with this handy dog camping safety guide!

Biking: Biking with your dog is fun. Use our tips to plan a long-term cycle touring with your pet to make sure your trip is fun and cozy.

Kayaking: If you love adventure and feel guilty when you leave your dog home while you hit the water, why don’t you pair both and kayak with your dog?

Great dog photos: To make the most of a professional dog photo shoot, it’s essential to get ready. So use these tips to prepare.

Dog toys: Dog toys are a great way to encourage positive play and will bring you closer to your dog. Toys are a great way to stop your dog from being bored when you are not in the house and hopefully will prevent them from being destructive.

Dog clothes: Choosing the right coat or boots can make your dog the center of attention anywhere. All you need is a little guidance and some effort for the best results.

Happy Cardigan Welsh Corgi squints while smiling. Dogs squint their eyes to appease their owners, so it's typically a friendly expression.

Do dogs smile? A dog owner’s guide to canine facial expressions

Posted November 22, 2022

Do dogs smile? Your dog uses its face to communicate, so use this helpful guide to understand what dog facial expressions mean.

Filed Under: Dog Fun Tagged With: Dog body language

Father and son build doghouse. Want to create the perfect doghouse for your beloved canine companion? Review this list of top DIY doghouse plans to find the perfect option.

15 free DIY doghouse plans anyone can build

Posted November 19, 2022

Want to create the perfect doghouse for your beloved canine companion? Review this list of top DIY doghouse plans to find the perfect option.

Filed Under: Dog Fun Tagged With: Home renovations

Happy Border Collie plays with a ball. Use your dog's play style to understand dog temperament. If you want to reduce your dog's assertive or aggressive behavior, it's essential to set boundaries and be consistent. You can help passive pets build their confidence by exposing them to positive experiences.

Understand how puppy play style reveals temperament and personality

Posted November 6, 2022

How your dog plays reveals her canine temperament. There are three dog temperament groups: assertive or aggressive, neutral, and passive.

Filed Under: Dog Fun, Dog Training Tagged With: Dog temperament, Dog toys

Owner takes photos of happy Yorkshire terrier. Take great holiday pet pictures: tire out your dog, use treats, get help, and practice before using outfits or accessories.

How to take great holiday pictures of your pet

Posted October 21, 2022

Take great holiday pet pictures: tire out your dog, use treats, get help, and practice before using outfits or accessories.

Filed Under: Dog Fun Tagged With: Dog photos

Happy dog at pet store. Consider your dog's size, breed and age when choosing and buying essential products to keep it healthy and happy.

5 essential products you need for your dog

Posted October 10, 2022

Consider your dog’s size, breed, and age when choosing and buying essential products to keep it healthy and happy.

Filed Under: Dog Fun

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel gives his owner puppy dog eyes, powerful dog facial expressions.

Dogs developed facial expressions to communicate with people

Posted October 6, 2022

Dog facial expressions have developed so they can mimic human moods. Dogs have learned making specific faces helps them get what they want.

Filed Under: Dog Fun, Home Page Tagged With: Dog body language, Dog tail, Paw

Cute brown and white border collie surrounded by bark word thought bubbles. Determine what causes your dog's non-stop barking. Is it anxiety, dominance or both? Once you decide, use training to correct the underlying problem.

Do you understand what your dog’s saying? Learn dog sound meaning

Posted October 5, 2022

Dog sounds carry meaning, so learn to recognize when your dog is telling you she’s scared, tired, bored, or just wants to play.

Filed Under: Dog Facts, Dog Fun, Home Page Tagged With: Barking, Dog sounds

7 tips to turn your dog into an Instagram star

Posted September 15, 2022

To turn your dog into an Instagram star, learn to take photos that showcase your dog’s personality, use hashtags and network with other dog accounts.

Filed Under: Dog Fun, Home Page

A woman pets Australian Shepherd during a rest break on a hike. The best way to prepare for dog hiking trips is to take your dog on long daily walks to ensure she is healthy and able to handle the strain of hiking.

7 tips to prepare for taking your dog hiking

Posted September 2, 2022

The best way to prepare for dog hiking trips is to take your dog on long daily walks to ensure she is healthy and able to handle the strain of hiking.

Filed Under: Dog Fun, Home Page Tagged With: Canine fitness, Hiking, Outdoor activities

Man plays with French Bulldog. Image for Dog Fun Category page.

Do dogs mimic their owners? Science says yes

Posted August 31, 2022

A study from Michigan State University shows dogs mimic owners. Dogs learn to imitate their owners’ personality traits and behavior.

Filed Under: Dog Fun, Home Page Tagged With: Dog health benefits, Separation anxiety

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