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Expert Advice: Home & Living
White Noise Machines for Dogs: Everything You Need to Know
White noise machines emit a constant, ambient sound meant to soothe anxious dogs. They're best used in combination with other training methods.
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| October 25, 2024
Expert Advice: Comfort & Sleep
Winter Kennel Safety Tips
During colder weather, take steps to protect your home, kennel, and dogs from winter hazards. Here are some quick reminders and tips to help prevent disasters and health hazards, including those pesky mice who like to come inside when it gets cold outside. Check All Heaters and Heat Sources Make sure your kennel heaters are […]
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| February 3, 2023
Expert Advice: Common Conditions
Lethargy in Dogs: What You Need to Know
Lethargy in dogs is a sign of many possible conditions in your dog. Learn about the possible causes and what to do if your dog is showing signs of lethargy.
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| December 30, 2022
Expert Advice: Comfort & Sleep
How Does Daylight Saving Time Affect Dogs?
Twice a year, most Americans will experience the gain or loss of one hour's sleep when their clocks fall back or skip ahead for Daylight Saving Time. Many of us will adjust by sleeping in, drinking a second cup of strong coffee, and changing the time on our clocks and watches. Although our dogs don't […]
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| November 8, 2022
Expert Advice: Vitamins & Supplements
Melatonin for Dogs: Uses, Benefits and Dosage
Melatonin, a naturally occurring neurohormone, has long been thought to work as a sleeping aid in humans. Now there's some evidence that melatonin for dogs may be useful for several conditions. Its sedative properties have been helpful in treating separation anxiety in dogs, as well as stress from noise like fireworks, thunderstorms or other noise […]
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| October 13, 2022
Expert Advice: Travel & Adventure
Pet-Friendly Hotels in the United States
Setting off on vacation can be tough on pet owners if it means they have to leave their dogs behind. Luckily, many hotel chains are not just pup-friendly nowadays — many of them are virtually rolling out the red carpet for our furry companions. About 75 percent of luxury, mid-scale, and economy hotels now allow […]
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| March 7, 2022
Expert Advice: Why does my dog...
Why Does My Dog Wake Me Up?
If you've ever asked "Why does my dog wake me up?" there are lots of possible answers to that question. Learn about why your dog may wake you up and how to redirect unwanted behaviors to more positive ones.
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| February 28, 2022
Expert Advice: Dog Behavior
Why Do Dogs Pee on Beds?
Why do dogs pee on beds? Learn about the possible reasons your dog might be peeing on your bed and how to prevent this behavior in the future.
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| February 25, 2022
Expert Advice: Puppy Training
Why Does My Puppy Go Wild at Night?
Just when you think your puppy should be settling down for the night, boom, your puppy jumps up and starts running around the house like there's a squirrel to chase. But there's no obvious reason for the behavior. There's nothing ahead of them to chase and nothing behind chasing them. What's gotten into your pup? […]
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| January 1, 2022
Expert Advice: Training
How to Crate Train Your Dog in Nine Easy Steps
We all want a well-behaved dog that doesn't tear things up and goes to the bathroom outside — and dog crate training is an important part of that. A crate creates a safe environment for your dog and a space that belongs to them. While many people view crates through the human lens of being […]
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| November 5, 2021