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  • Why Your Dog Smells Worse Than Their Friends

    Why Your Dog Smells Worse Than Their Friends

    No one expects a dog to smell good (unless you’re a big fan of the aroma of corn chips). But sometimes, they can really stink. And no, we’re not talking about a little post-cheese flatulence, or the odor that results from their dip in ditch water: We mean an unpleasant smell that lets you know…


  • What to Do About Your Dog’s Separation Anxiety

    What to Do About Your Dog’s Separation Anxiety

    If the increase in conversations about anxiety-reducing collars in my daily life is anything to go by, I’d say it’s clear people are concerned about their dogs’ stress levels right now. With many of us heading back into the office after working from home for an age, concerns are emerging. Not about having to wear…


  • Make Your Very Good Dog Their Own Tool Bag

    Make Your Very Good Dog Their Own Tool Bag

    Dogs often crave a sense of purpose when they’re spending time with us as we putter around the yard or garage. If you have a helpful hound who prefers to stay within a few steps of you at all times, you can give your best bud a helpful (and adorable) job — by making them…


  • Dogs Shouldn’t Eat Hot Dogs, and Other Pet-Unsafe Barbecue Foods

    Dogs Shouldn’t Eat Hot Dogs, and Other Pet-Unsafe Barbecue Foods

    For most dogs, human food is the ultimate forbidden fruit, which makes backyard barbecues tricky for their owners. You probably already know to keep them away from the fruit salad (grapes) and the burger toppings (raw onions). But there are other hazards you may not encounter outside of a barbecue, and you should know what…