Can Dogs Get Colds? + Symptoms, Treatments & More | Pupford
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It's that time of the year again. When the trees start to lose their leaves, and we have to defrost the car each morning, we know one thing for sure – cold and flu season is on the way. Of course, common colds crop up everywhere in people, but can dogs get colds, too? The...
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Running With Dogs: 9 Essential Tips, Gear & Benefits | Pupford
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Running with your dog can be a very effective way to improve the health and happiness of your pup and you, the human! While jogging can be relatively straightforward, adding a dog to the mix will change how you approach this activity. I’ve been running with my dogs on an almost daily basis for the...
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10 Facts About Dogs' Eyes, Vision & How They See Color | Pupford
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Ahh, puppy dog eyes. Those all-powerful eyes that give dogs the power to get their way more often than we’d care to admit. But there’s so much more to dogs’ eyes than just emotional manipulation. So, let's look at some facts about dogs' eyes! We get a lot of questions in our community about how...
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How to Train a Deaf Dog: A Comprehensive Guide for Success | Pupford
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Whether youSign up here! r dog has lost his hearing due to age or illness or was simply born without this particular sense, he deserves to live his best life. Learning how to train a deaf dog is key to giving them the best life possible! And to ensure he feels fulfilled and connected while...
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How to Teach a Dog to Wipe Their Paws [Video + Steps] | Pupford
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No matter the season or where you live... dogs' paws sure get dirty! Their paws can track a lot into the house, from mud to sand to questionable surfaces and everything in between. It honestly can be really hard to keep a house clean with dogs! But it is doable. One way to help is...
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5 Tips for Dog Grooming in the Fall | Pupford
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Whether you’re a “pumpkin spice in August” person or a “going to the beach in October” person, there’s no denying that fall is here and in full swing. Summer is over and the weather is changing. And whether that brings you immeasurable joy or overwhelming sadness, it’s time to put your feelings aside – for...
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How to Train a Rescue Dog + Common Rescue Dog Myths | Pupford
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So you recently rescued (or are thinking of rescuing) a dog. First, let us say, you are awesome! Thank you for giving a deserving shelter dog a loving home. We hope this article can help you learn how to train a rescue dog successfully! Second, we want you to understand that this is a huge...
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Here's Why a Million Dogs End Up in Shelters Each Year | Pupford
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The choice to relinquish a dog to a shelter is often one that weighs heavily on the pup parent. It is in most cases seen as a last resort, and often one they’d rather not have to make. While I want to remain sensitive to anyone who has had to make that decision, it’s important...
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Are Laser Pointers Bad for Dogs? + Alternative Toy Options | Pupford
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In theory, laser pointers would be the ultimate tool for your dog. Watching them intensely chase a little red dot is quite amusing, plus they’re burning off energy like crazy. But in reality, laser pointers can actually do more harm than good for our dogs. This post is NOT to shame anyone who has used...
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6 Spooky Things Dogs May Be Able to Sense That Humans Can't | Pupford
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While scientists don't ascertain that dogs can see ghosts, some of us have seen firsthand our pets' ability to sense things unknown that can be hard to believe. Here are six spooky things that dogs can sense that humans can't (hint: not all of these things are actually spooky): 1. THEY CAN SENSE A FORTHCOMING...
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