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You’re Not a Bad Pet Parent If Your Dog Doesn’t Like Kids
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Victoria Schade, CPDT-KA

Dogs and children are the stuff of greeting cards, but not if you’ve got a dog that’s not a fan of the pint-sized crowd. It can be embarrassing if your dog is reactive around children, and depending on...

Why Do Dogs Bark in Their Sleep?
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Sandra C. Mitchell, DVM, DABVP

Have you ever been relaxing with a good book or show, only to be startled by your sleeping dog suddenly barking, howling, twitching, and/or “running” in their sleep? If so, you’re not alone—these are common...

How Your Dog's Behavior Can Change with Age
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PetMD Editorial

Few people want to admit that their beloved puppy is approaching his twilight years. While it is possible for dogs to live into their 30s, like the Australian cattle dog Chilla who died at age 32, a more...

7 Dangers of Not Socializing Your Dog
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Victoria Schade, CPDT-KA

By Victoria Schade   Thorough socialization is one of the most important aspects of early puppy training. The goal is to give your puppy the tools to understand that “new and different” doesn’t necessarily...

6 Common Puppy Actions and What They Mean
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Victoria Schade, CPDT-KA

By Victoria Schade   You’ve got a new puppy, which probably means you’ve also got quite a few questions about your furry housemate. Some of your pup’s behaviors can be mystifying. Like, why is the puppy...

Why Do Dogs Tilt Their Heads?
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Sandra C. Mitchell, DVM, DABVP

You know the look—it’s beloved by dog parents worldwide. The attentive expression, the upright ears, and yes, the tilted head. Generations of dogs have delighted pet parents with this look, and in many...

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