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6 Common Dog Training Mistakes to Avoid

6 Common Dog Training Mistakes to Avoid Most dog owners want their furry pal to be obedient. Unfortunately, they make training mistakes that undermine their aim. They unintentionally teach their dog unwanted behaviors. Once Fido learns something, anything, re-educating him is difficult. The best way to avoid giving your dog the wrong lessons is to identify common training mistakes so you don't make them. Chastising Fido when he comes back Yes, your dog disobeyed your first command and took his time coming to you. He might have ignored your attempt at recall on purpose. Alternatively, he may have focused so[...]

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37 Thoughts I Have When My Dog Is Sick

37 Thoughts I Have When My Dog Is Sick Yep, dogs can get sick too!  And when they do, we can definitely relate.  Our guest blogger, Colleen Fitzpatrick is a former dog groomer (more info below) and shares 37 thoughts she has when her dogs are not feeling well. Be sure to leave your thoughts below in the comments and then remember that no matter what you love your dogs. And that they should be spoiled rotten with the best and newest dog gear.  Even if they shoulnd't have eaten that thing they ate that is now making their stomach[...]

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9 Reasons Why My Dog Likes Me

9 Reasons Why My Dog Likes Me I know that walks are important for physical and mental health When our family is between dogs, I hardly ever go walking just for pleasure or exercise. I am not what you would call an outdoorsy person. I am more of the indoorsy type and I prefer shade over sunshine any day. That all goes out the window when there is a dog involved. As soon as I get a dog, I am outside walking that pooch like we are training for the Olympics. A good walk can really be a bonding experience.[...]

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2016 Dog Friendly MLB Baseball Games

2016 MLB Dog Friendly Days are here! Did you know that MLB teams held 42 Bark In The Park dog friendly days in the 2015 season and have 49 planned already for 2016?  How about the fact that the Arizona Diamondbacks have created the first dog friendly stadium in all of baseball?  These popular and fun days are a great way to get out and meet some like minded four legged friends.  Check out the list below and take your doggies to the ballgame!  Be sure to bookmark this page and check back each month as new dates are added[...]

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