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  Golden Retrievers are naturally friendly, calm and controlled dogs, surely they don’t need any socializing? Well, actually no, that isn’t entirely true. But hold on, don’t panic! This doesn’t mean they need endless amounts of rigorous socializing either, in fact just a little effort really can go a long way. While it is true that Golden Retrievers are one...

​ Many dog owners experience their dog having some sort of a seizure at some point of their lifetime. Being aware of the possible issues of what causes seizures in dogs might make all the difference. This guest post from our friends at seizuresindogs.net will help you identify dangerous situations. Table of Contents The most common causes of seizures in...

There is often a recurring notion that large breed dogs and children don’t mix. However, it’s a broad statement to imply that large dogs are unsafe around kids. It really comes down to the specific breed and the training the canine receives. Now, it’s true that there are certainly breeds that inherently pose some risk to children, such as the...

​ Humans have a very effective defense mechanism against heat. Our body stays cool by producing sweat in order to evaporate the heat away. Unfortunately, canines do not have sweat glands and therefore cannot deal with excessive heat as adequately. While they are able to evaporate the heat through their panting and glands in their paws, they can still exhibit...

If you’re going to commit to owning a dog, then you need to be prepared to commit to a regular training schedule. Without proper obedience training, your canine will not respect you as the owner and does what it wants when it wants. You need to set boundaries and make it be known that it is not above you in...

There is a recurring stereotype that dogs and cats never get along. While some dogs will certainly display aggressive tendencies towards cats, it’s also equally true that some dogs feel right at home with a cat in the household. For homeowners who already have a cat and plan on bringing home a dog, the following guide introduces eight cat friendly...

Most people get asked if they are a dog or cat person. If you own multiple pets in the household, then you’re likely both. Adding an extra canine to the household will only make your abode all the more merrier. However, bear in mind that pets can get into spats just like people. Of course, training is a huge part...