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Recognizing Signs of Stress in Your Dog

By PetSafe Guest

April is National Stress Awareness Month. And it’s not only people who suffer from stress, our pets do too.And as with people, your dog’s personality will determine how he relates to different situation. Some dogs are really destructive. Others make themselves ill, vomiting and even pulling their...

Going to Grandma’s House

By Amy Shojai

Lots of pets have a second home if their pet parents travel a lot and can’t always take them along.It’s really a good idea to kit out grandma’s house with many of the products and accessories that you have in your own home. – a real home-away-from-home. This will help your dog settle in easily and,...

Do Dogs Laugh?

By Amy Shojai

March 19 is National Day of Laughter. We know that no two dogs are alike, and their personalities range from stoic to goofy comedians. But do dogs laugh? For many years, scientists believed laughter only happened in humans, but that perception has changed.Scientists Research Do Dogs...

Preparing Your Home for Guests with Pets

By PetSafe Guest

Guests may be your best friends but your dog may not feel the same way about their canines. So, what do you do if they ask if they can come and stay and bring their pooch too? This is the type of scenario that could ruin a friendship. However, as the incumbent canine, your dog’s feelings need to...

Outdoor Outings with Your Dog

By Stacy Hackett

After a long, cold winter, you may be looking forward to spending some time outside this spring. Before you head out the door to enjoy the nicer weather, consider these 10 ways your dog can join in on the fun, and make sure you follow the five tips for preparing him for the outside.While outside,...

Why do dogs love peanut butter?

By Caryl Wolff

March 1 is National Peanut Butter Lovers Day. What is it about peanut butter that dog's love?Well, I scratched my head on this one because I've been involved with dogs for decades and tried to think when the first time I heard it was okay to give peanut butter to dogs since giving most people foods...

Have a Pet-Friendly Valentine’s Day

By Amy Shojai

“Love me, love my pet,” is the new Valentine rule of paw. If you really want to please your partner this Valentine's Day, as well as your pet, buy chew toys and catnip instead of chocolate.You can also try acting and reacting to your significant other more like your dog does. I'm not saying you...