<p>February is Canine Dental Month, one that sets out to emphasize just how essential dental health is for your pup.  Your pet is wont to use their mouth a whole lot; eating, playing with toys, licking their favorite human in the world, and a whole range of other activities. Seeing how busy this mouth gets, it is, therefore, no surprise that a great deal of attention has to be paid to dental health. This article covers the importance of canine dental health: Curbing Bad Breath  Just like in humans, regular eating without proper mouth cleaning leads to a buildup of … </p>

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<p>It is that time of the year when people start making notes about their year: highlights of the year, mistakes they made, things they would do better the following year, etc.  Having a new year’s resolution is a good idea because it keeps you on your toes, gives you the needed energy to achieve your goals quicker and gives you accomplishments to be proud about.  Now, let us talk about your new year’s resolution as a dog owner. One mistake that many pet owner’s make is forgetting to include their pets in their plans for the new year.  You might … </p>

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<p>Dogs love to be a part of your daily routines! From taking long walks to home workouts to hiking in the woods or even simpler things such as going to get the mail or even making dinner.  Since they always love to be included in these activities, why not include them in the healthy ones that would benefit them as well? Keeping your dog active by involving them in physical and mental exercises for one helps to prevent boredom. A bored pup with no means of burning off energy could easily become destructive or even depressed.  A daily or weekly … </p>

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<p>Asides trimming their nails, leash manners is perhaps the next most difficult thing to get dogs to learn.  While a head harness might get your pup to stop pulling on their leash, you would still need to conduct lots of training for proper walking and stopping at the right time. This is why the best time to start training a puppy is early.  Instill good habits in your furry friend when they are still little, so that when they are older, they would be a well-mannered pet.  Tips to Leash Train Your Dog Introduce your dog to the harness and … </p>

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<p>Taking out time to choose a good name to call your puppy is important, as the little thing is going to keep bearing it for the rest of their life.  Also, Since you would be using it a lot, you should pick a name that is easy for your pet to recognize -more consonant and long vowel sounds-, and one that you can proudly call out in public or put on a name tag.  Best Puppy Names to Give Your Pet More often than not, people name their pets after characters in movies, foods, drinks, sports celebrities or random human … </p>

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<p>Petland stores pride themselves on giving back to the community that has given so much to us in terms of patronage and trust. It is mainly for this reason that we run several charity programs and events to touch the lives of several people/pets across different states where our stores are located. Here are details of some of the different programs that we are involved in: Safari Stan’s Children’s Charities by Petland  This charity program was officially launched for children in 1994, and we currently have two organizations.For the Make-A-Wish Foundation of America, since 1998, Petland has helped bring over 850 pet-related … </p>

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<p>Yay! It’s the new year! Many people have their new year resolutions outlined and are already putting them into effect. For some, one of these resolutions is to get a new fur baby at the beginning of the year. Just like any other parenting, puppy parenting can be somewhat overwhelming but fun overall. There are a lot of things for both of you to learn and you have to get started on your part before bringing your cuddly fur baby home. Here are a few things to note when getting a new puppy: Your SchedulePuppies are fun to be with … </p>

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<p>Christmas is Santa season and your dog shouldn’t be left out. This is a perfect time to get your fur baby some practical gifts. They don’t necessarily have to be expensive. Just items that would be of great use in the long-term. So, here are some ideas to help you along: Toys!Squeaker toys, outside toys, stuffless toys, name it. This should top your list of gift ideas for Buddy. Even if he’s got a favorite, adding another to the collection only makes it better. After all, the more, the merrier. A New BowlYou could decide to gift Buddy with a … </p>

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<p>A new dog breed is fast becoming a favorite amongst American families and for a range of reasons. At first sight, a Goldendoodle, which is a cross between a golden retriever and a poodle, captures your heart with their adorable appearance. However, that isn’t all there is to a Goldendoodle. Here are some other essential highlights that would make you fall in love with this furry baby breed:Smart & TrainableGoldendoodles are extremely smart and take to command easily. They are also great at picking up tricks easily, and bring to life the old expression, “You can teach old doodles new … </p>

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<p>It’s the holidays! What better way to celebrate than to put out some special food and treats. You can stay rest assured that your pup would have the most amazing experience.  So, here are 5 holiday recipes that your dog would absolutely love:  Dog Candy Canes Baking these dog candy canes from Dog Treat Kitchen can be quite a bit of work. However, they do pay off in the long run.They can be frozen for as long as six months, and the chicken and peppermint flavor would set your dog salivating.Thinking of a way to make it into a present, … </p>

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<p>There are over 350 dog breeds world over, however, the American Kennel Club recognizes only 195 of these breeds. Of these significantly large numbers, here are the top 10 dog breeds of 2021:1. GoldendoodleThe Goldendoodle is the result of a cross between the Golden Retriever and the Poodle. Regarded as a “designer dog,” this breed is intelligent, affectionate, low-shedding, and thrives in excellent health. 2. Yorkshire TerrierThe Yorkshire Terrier is the perfect lap dog, but is beyond just a cute bundle of fur. This breed is smart, picking up tricks easily, and brave too. 3. Golden RetrieverGolden retrievers are known … </p>

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<p>As a pet parent, if you’re going to be having guests in the house with your pet present, then this is an essential step.  Ideally, the socialization process should begin as soon as your pup comes home. Invite friends and family over, and have them interact with your pup so that he gets used to the feel of other people outside of yourself.  Pups have different personalities and would naturally react differently when meeting strangers for the first time. So, whether the meeting is outdoors or indoors, here are 5 steps to help you ace pet-human introductions:  Stay On Top … </p>

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