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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.

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7 warning signs your dog is stressed

Posted July 9, 2020

Dog stress: Watch for seven warning signs your dog is in danger and take immediate action to help your dog. Stress can cause serious health issues.

Filed Under: Dog Health, Dog Training, Home Page, Top Stories Tagged With: Dog body language, Dog hair, dog stress, Separation anxiety, Shedding

Most puppies and dogs diagnosed with canine autism are reactive and often lack socialization skills. Reactive animals often inherit an anxiety disorder.

Could my dog have canine autism?

Posted June 30, 2020

Most puppies and dogs diagnosed with canine autism lack socialization skills. They don’t like to be touched and usually won’t make eye contact.

Filed Under: Dog Health, Dog Training, Home Page, Top Stories Tagged With: Canine autism

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Prepare for a dog-friendly trip

Posted May 8, 2020

Plan a dog-friendly trip with a little help from the folks at GoPetFriendly.com to find dog-friendly hotels, destinations and activities.

Filed Under: Dog Travel, Holidays, Home Page, Top Stories Tagged With: Driving

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Look at your dog’s tail to unravel her pedigree

Posted May 7, 2020

A dog tail, as a rule, tells the tale of your pup’s lineage. The length, shape, and position can help you determine the dog breed.

Filed Under: Dog Breeds, Dog Facts, Home Page, Top Stories Tagged With: Dog tail

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

Posted May 1, 2020

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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Dog health: Why dogs eat grass

Posted May 1, 2020

Dogs eat grass if they have ingested something toxic. If you see your dog eating grass, make sure they vomit before returning to the house.

Filed Under: Dog Health, Home Page, Top Stories Tagged With: Dogs eat grass

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Dog behavior: Understand pawing

Posted May 1, 2020

Pawing is a natural and inherent way for dogs or puppies to communicate and demand that we “focus” on them so they can tell us what they need.

Filed Under: Dog Health, Dog Training, Home Page, Top Stories Tagged With: Dog body language

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Why does my puppy get hiccups? And what can I do to stop them?

Posted April 12, 2020

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.

Filed Under: Dog Health, Home Page, Top Stories Tagged With: Health conditions

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Is it better to have two dogs?

Posted April 5, 2020

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.

Filed Under: Adoption, Dog Health, Home Page, Puppies, Top Stories Tagged With: Petfinder.com, Two dogs

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Learn to decipher dog tail messages

Posted March 30, 2020

Canines communicate using body language and a dog tail message can convey anything from happiness and confidence to fear and aggression.

Filed Under: Dog Health, Dog Training, Home Page, Top Stories Tagged With: Dog body language, Dog communication, Dog tail

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