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Why Does My Dog Smell Like Fish? 4 Likely Reasons | Pupford
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Have you ever noticed that sometimes your dog smells like fish? And sometimes even your pup's breath can have a fishy odor... While it may be alarming, there are several potential causes for this smell. It's a common concern among pet parents, but with the right information, you can take steps to address the issue...
Dangerous Dog Toys & Chews + Alternative Safe Chews for Puppies | Pupford
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Puppies are curious and tend to explore their surroundings with their mouths. This can lead to all kinds of dangers including chewing on and playing with a variety of objects that could be harmful to an unknowing pup. Not all toys and chews are safe for puppies and older dogs. Some can pose a choking...
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How Much Time Should I Spend With My Puppy + How Much Playtime Is Needed? | Pupford
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New year, new puppy? We love to see families starting out 2024 by adding a fur baby to their home. We just can’t get enough of those super cute, super fun, sometimes crazy little pups. Most people feel the same and probably wish they could spend every single moment soaking in all that new pup...
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Puppy Vitamins: A Guide to the Best Puppy Supplements | Pupford
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If you’re reading this article we know that your pup means the world to you and you’re searching for the best ways to make sure they grow up healthy with puppy vitamins. Under the right circumstances, supplements and vitamins may be able to play a helpful role by enriching your pup’s dietary routine. A healthy...
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Is Xylitol Bad for Dogs? + Foods with Xylitol & Toxicity Calculator | Pupford
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While many people know that grapes and chocolate are dangerous for dogs, did you know xylitol is poisonous for dogs too?! The artificial sweetener xylitol can cause major health problems, including death if ingested by a dog. So, in this article, we’re gonna dive into all things xylitol and pups so you can keep your...
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Why Does My Dog Steal My Socks & Shoes? + Why Dogs Like Socks | Pupford
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One of my favorite questions I see online is 'why does my dog steal my socks'. 🤪 If you often find yourself pacing around your house looking for the other sock or shoe that you swore you just saw, this post is for you. If you’ve ever chased your dog around with your shoe or...
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Dog Growling Guide: Snarling, Growling During Play & More | Pupford
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Dog growling is one of the many ways our pups communicate, and it's important for humans who interact with dogs to understand what it means and the proper way to react. Growling is a vocal expression of a dog's discomfort, which generally follows visual cues. Growling gets a bad reputation because humans find it embarrassing...
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Wood Chew Toys for Dogs: Which to Avoid, Which are Safe, and Benefits | Pupford
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Whether it was a stick in the backyard or the leg of your dining room table (ugh), odds are your dog has chewed on wood at some point in their lives. Odds are also that they really enjoyed it. It makes sense if you think about it – wood is one of the most readily...
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The First Thing to Train Your Puppy + Top 10 Vital Behaviors | Pupford
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The holiday season and the new year are common times for families to bring a puppy into their home. And may have the thought of 'what is the first thing I should train my puppy?' While it’s a super exciting venture for any family, it can also be a bit overwhelming and even lead to...
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Your Brain’s Best Friend? It Might Be Your Dog | Pupford
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Feeling sluggish? Not feeling mentally alert? Struggling to make decisions? You may just need to pet a dog… At least, that’s what the initial findings from a group of researchers have to say! While all research can have limitations, the findings of the effects of contact with a dog on prefrontal brain activity study are...
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