It’s no surprise that Irish setters originated from Ireland. They were bred to sniff out gamebirds for hunters and quietly announce their success by “setting” (lying down on their tummy). Their vibrant red coats made it easy for hunters to spot them across fields, although they weren’t always a solid red color —the original Irish …
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Calling all water-loving doggos and their aquatic owners! It’s time for a summer pool party. Swimming can be an enjoyable activity for your pet, and it can also be quite beneficial to their health. Both reasons to party! Why not combine the two? By planning a doggy pool party, you’re providing pups with exercise to …
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Nothing says summer quite like a boating adventure! And for many pet owners, taking your best pal on that boating adventure is what summers are for. But before you visualize Fido on a boat, there are certain pet boating safety precautions you should take and some equipment you need. Pets on boats can present various …
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Cat behavior is a subject that most cat parents wish they understood a little better. Or a lot better! Why does your cat insist on knocking everything off the counters? Why does every other cuddle session turn into a bitey session? Why do they feel the need to knead? Heck, are we even sure we …
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At some point, most cat owners deal with at least one of the following behaviors. Deal with any of them long enough, and you’ll be yearning to correct that cat behavior. Destructive scratching Litter box issues Aggression Climbing on countertops Why do cats do the things they do? Well, cats aren’t people, and are often …
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Welcome to “Can My Dog Eat That?,” our series that answers some obvious (and not-so-obvious) questions about what your dog can and can’t safely eat. Today we answer the question “Can dogs eat hot dogs?” Read on! First, let’s get one thing clear. Your dog most certainly should not eat a dachshund in a Halloween …
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Every dog breed came from somewhere. Most of the breeds we’ve discussed in our Behind the Breed series originated in Europe before ending up as beloved American dogs. But the Chesapeake Bay retriever? An American breed through and through. Chesapeake Bay Retriever History Although “retriever” is in their name, Chesapeake Bay retrievers aren’t related to …
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Welcome to National Barks, our semi-regular guide to taking your dog sightseeing in the national parks. This month we’re going to have you and your doggo daydreaming about a visit to Grand Canyon National Park. It’s a rockin’ place to take your dog. Northern Arizona is home to one of the seven natural wonders of …
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While cats may not be able to communicate in human tongues, their body language and purrs can be worth a thousand words. But are those words always PAWSitive? Contrary to popular belief, purring isn’t always an indication that your cat is calm and happy. Researchers have found that cats can express a variety of emotions …
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Welcome to “Can My Dog Eat That?,” our series that answers some obvious (and not-so-obvious) questions about what your dog can and can’t safely eat. Today we answer the question: “Can dogs eat watermelon?” Read on! You’re having a picnic with your canine buddy and enjoying a warm, sunny day with some blueberries and a …
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