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Is it better to have two dogs? If you plan to leave your dog during the day while you are at work, it may be better to have two dogs so that they can keep each other company.

Help your dog sleep all night: The most common cause of canine insomnia is pent-up energy. Help your dog sleep through the night by making sure she gets plenty of exercise.

Why does my dog get hiccups? Dog hiccups are so common some veterinarians think that they can be a part of the laundry list of “growing pains” some puppies must endure.

Could my dog have canine autism? Most puppies and dogs diagnosed with “canine autism” are reactive and often lack socialization skills. Reactive animals often inherit an anxiety disorder.

Use music to soothe separation anxiety: Soothe dog separation anxiety with music, not medication. The right tune can calm your dog so he can relax and fall asleep.

Aggressive puppy warning signs: Common aggressive puppy behavior warning signs: snarling, growling, mounting, snapping, lunging, challenging stance, aggressive barking and biting.

Couch potato dogs for couch potato owners: Make an honest assessment of your lifestyle to help you choose the right dog. If you’re a couch potato, get a couch potato dog, not a high energy dog.

Happy golden retriever plays in back yard. Get creative with these tips to turn your yard into a puppy paradise that you and your canine pal will never want to leave.

Turn your yard into a puppy paradise

Posted March 22, 2021

Get creative with these tips to turn your yard into a puppy paradise that you and your canine pal will never want to leave.

Filed Under: Dog Fun, Dog Health, Home Page Tagged With: Dog safety, Dog-safe plants

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5 tips for planning a dog-friendly travel adventure

Posted March 12, 2021

Being prepared for a dog-friendly travel adventure will make it that much better. Do some planning and preparing before you hit the road.

Filed Under: Dog Fun, Holidays, Home Page Tagged With: Driving

Happy corgi poses next to sunflower. Sunflowers are dog-safe plants that add vibrant color to any yard.

10 dog-safe plants you can add to any yard

Posted March 8, 2021

Fill your yard with dog-safe plants, including roses, sunflowers, and thyme. Avoid planting daisies, hydrangea, geraniums, and Lily of the Valley.

Filed Under: Dog Health, Home Page Tagged With: Dog safety, Dog-safe plants, toxic plants

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Puppy training 101: 7 tips to start your dog off right

Posted March 1, 2021

Raising a puppy takes a lot of work and patience. Use DogsBestLife.com’s Puppy Training 101 guide to help get your puppy started on the right paw.

Filed Under: Adoption, Dog Health, Dog Training, Home Page, Puppies, Top Stories Tagged With: Crate training, Dog training tips, Neutering and spaying, Potty training, Socialization

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Add healthy human foods to your dog’s diet

Posted January 29, 2021

Many human foods can be healthy additions to your dog’s diet. Consider adding yogurt, apples, broccoli and more to what you feed your dog.

Filed Under: Dog Health, Home Page Tagged With: Dog food

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10 rules for dog training success

Posted January 15, 2021

For dog training success, use positive reinforcement, punishment-free training. Reward your dog with positive feedback when their behavior is appropriate.

Filed Under: Dog Training, Home Page, Puppies Tagged With: Canine manners

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Homemade dog treats: Create rewards with healthy ingredients

Posted January 8, 2021

By making homemade dog treats, you control the quality of the ingredients, and you can create treats you know your dog will love.

Filed Under: Dog Health, Home Page Tagged With: Dog food

dogs provide Young girl hugs a Labrador puppy. The unconditional love of a puppy helps boost self-esteem, which is an example of how dogs provide health benefits for children.

5 best dog breeds for active families

Posted November 18, 2020

Consider active family dog breeds to find the right pup for your energetic family. Some options to consider include collies, retrievers, and beagles.

Filed Under: Dog Breeds, Home Page Tagged With: Beagle, Border collie, Children, Golden retriever, Labrador retriever

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Why are some dogs aggressive?

Posted October 2, 2020

An aggressive dog often needs more exercise, socialization and may suffer from health issues. Work with your veterinarian, dog trainer to control aggression.

Filed Under: Dog Health, Dog Training, Home Page Tagged With: Aggression

Spoil your pup: Dog cakes for special occasions

Posted September 25, 2020

Bake dog cakes to celebrate your pup’s special occasions including birthdays and holidays. Or bake a special cake to spoil your dog any day.

Filed Under: Dog Fun, Dog Health, Home Page Tagged With: Dog food

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