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5 important things to consider before getting a puppy

Posted December 14, 2021

Beagle puppy yawns while sitting on a chair. Getting a puppy is a big responsibility. First, consider breed and size. Then, be sure you're prepared to feed, train and socialize your dog.

Getting a puppy is a big responsibility. First, consider breed and size. Then, be sure you’re prepared to feed, train and socialize your dog.

Filed Under: Puppies Tagged With: First-time dog owner, Pet parents, Petfinder.com

The hidden costs of pet ownership: Can you really afford a dog?

Posted November 5, 2021

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel hides under a blanket. Most people know they'll need to provide food and vet care for their new dog, but what about the hidden costs of pet ownership?

Most people know they’ll need to provide food and vet care for their new dog, but what about the hidden costs of pet ownership?

Filed Under: Dog Health, Home Page Tagged With: Dog health insurance, First-time dog owner, Veterinarian

3 expert tips for buying a dog online

Posted November 1, 2021

Woman holds litter of beagle puppies. When buying a dog online, do your research, use caution, and only deal with reputable businesses to ensure you aren’t scammed.

When buying a dog online, do your research, use caution, and only deal with reputable businesses to ensure you aren’t scammed.

Filed Under: Adoption Tagged With: First-time dog owner, Petfinder.com

Everything you need to know and buy before you get a puppy

Posted September 27, 2021

Puppy collage featuring a beagle, pug, golden retriever, Jack Russell Terrier, bulldog, and chocolate Labrador. Puppy preparation: Buy the right food, supplies, and toys for your dog. Stick to your vaccination schedule to keep your puppy healthy.

Puppy preparation: Buy the right food, supplies, and toys for your dog. Stick to your vaccination schedule to keep your puppy healthy.

Filed Under: Puppies Tagged With: First-time dog owner

Adopting a rescue dog: Follow these tips the first seven days

Posted June 30, 2021

Woman kisses rescue dog at animal shelter.

When you bring your new rescue dog home, the first week is critical in ensuring that they settle into family life well.

Filed Under: Adoption Tagged With: First-time dog owner, Pet parents, Rescue dog

How to make your puppy’s first night at home easier

Posted November 15, 2020

Vizsla puppy sleeps in his dog bed. Follow tips to make your puppy’s first night easier: Create a routine, establish a sleep location, and make a plan if your fur baby whines.

Follow tips to make your puppy’s first night easier: Create a routine, establish a sleep location, and make a plan if your fur baby whines.

Filed Under: Puppies Tagged With: First-time dog owner, Puppy-proof

5 perfect dog breeds for first-time owners

Posted September 9, 2018

Boxer puppy looks sad. Boxers are one of five perfect dog breeds for first-time owners.

Perfect dog breeds for first-time owners include Boxers, Boston Terriers, Labrador Retrievers, Golden Retrievers and the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.

Filed Under: Dog Breeds, Home Page Tagged With: Boxer, Cavalier King Charles spaniel, First-time dog owner, French bulldog, Golden retriever, Labrador retriever

5 essential tips for new first-time dog owners

Posted July 25, 2018

Becoming a first-time dog owner is a huge responsibility, but with our handy guide, you will do just fine. Key points to consider: food, training, vet care.

Becoming a first-time dog owner is a huge responsibility, but with our handy guide, you will do just fine. Key points to consider: food, training, vet care

Filed Under: Dog Training, Home Page Tagged With: First-time dog owner

3 reasons millennials choose dogs over kids

Posted July 1, 2018

Millennial man reads to dog. Millennial increasingly choosing dogs over kids.

Millennials choose dogs over kids due to time, cost. Many millennials opt to have dogs rather than start a traditional family.

Filed Under: Dog Fun, Home Page Tagged With: Children, First-time dog owner, Pet parents

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