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Dogspired is a volunteer-supported organization that includes a team of authors and editors. It is a thriving site that targets dog-related subjects for a dog-loving audience.
Our content includes dog-related stories, experiences with the canine community, information about dog welfare, current dog news, tips for dog lovers, and much more.
LATEST ARTICLES ( 661 )
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Winter-time Flea and Tick Solutions: Myth Dispelled, Action Taken
This time of year means B-R-R-R-R cold weather. Contrary to popular belief, fleas and ticks don’t take the winter months off. Fleas and ticks are a way of life... Read more
Posted on 01 February 2012 HOME, PETS -
At My Dog’s Mercy: Just Before (and Just After) Dinnertime
I’m busy writing away upstairs. Last time I looked, it was 4:00 in the afternoon. Suddenly, I hear my dog Tasha get up off the floor next to me, she shakes,... Read more
Posted on 29 January 2012 HOME, PETS -
Dog Lessons from a College Life
Owning a dog as a college student can be very challenging. Students often have crowded living arrangements and busy schedules. Time and space constraints can... Read more
Posted on 26 January 2012 HOME, PETS -
Finding the Best, Most Convenient, Low-cost Dog Food
Finding the right dog food for your pup can be a puzzle. And, not spending a fortune can be one of your greatest considerations. Read more
Posted on 25 January 2012 HOME, PETS -
Silly Dogs!
“Because we can…” Featured – Silly Dog Channel | More Channels________More Crazy Balloon GamesJack Russell Patchy – Silly Dog – “I’m pregnant so I don’t have... Read more
Posted on 24 January 2012 HOME, PETS -
Dog Trapped in Sweltering Car Honks for Help
UPPER MACUNGIE TOWNSHIP, Pa. Sweltering temperatures are a reminder to keep not only yourselves cool, but your pets. In the case of a Labrador, he may have... Read more
Posted on 24 January 2012 HOME, PETS -
Dogs Smell in Color, People Smell in Black and White
Understanding how the dog experiences the world through its five senses will help give insight into how dogs are different from humans. Read more
Posted on 22 January 2012 HOME, PETS -
Guidelines for Buying Pet Insurance
Many people do not realize that they can buy a medical policy to protect their pets and to save money if the pets need veterinary care. Dog and cat insurance... Read more
Posted on 20 January 2012 HOME, PETS -
Owning a Dog Helps Keep You Happy and Healthy
Medical and psychological findings show that in general people who have pets are both mentally and psychologically in better health than non-pet owners. There... Read more
Posted on 19 January 2012 HOME, PETS -
Golden Loves Guitar!
Posted on 16 January 2012
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The Growing Place of Dogs in Our Lives
I live in Seattle, where there are twice as many dogs as kids. I don’t have kids, and I do have a well-loved dog, so this is good to hear–I’m not alone. As I... Read more
Posted on 14 January 2012 HOME, PETS -
Dogs Or Babies First?
Is it better to ease into parenthood if you have a dog first to break you in, or will you regret that decision once you have a baby and then a dog to care for a... Read more
Posted on 13 January 2012 HOME, PETS -
Dog is My Co-pilot
If a dog was the teacher you would learn stuff like:When loved ones come home, always run to greet them;Never pass up the opportunity to go for a joyride;Allow... Read more
Posted on 12 January 2012 HOME, PETS -
Finding the Best Pet-sitting Option for Your Dog
The holidays can be a stressful time for us, but it can also be a cause of stress for our pets. It’s important to alleviate this stress by finding the right car... Read more
Posted on 11 January 2012 HOME, PETS -
Group Helps Seniors Keep Their Pets
The positive effects of pet ownership on our health and well-being are many. People with pets have lower blood pressure, visit the doctor less and handle... Read more
Posted on 11 January 2012 HOME, PETS -
Dogs I Have Known
My Grandpa Charlie’s favorite story was about the Billy Goats Gruff, in which trolls hid under a bridge and attacked anyone who walked over it. Read more
Posted on 11 January 2012 HOME, PETS -
A Dog Owner’s Guide to Eye Care
The eyes are often overlooked when it comes to routine dog care, but prevention of eye injuries and regular checkups are the best defense against vision loss... Read more
Posted on 11 January 2012 HOME, PETS -
Five Reasons Dogs Are Great for Mental Health
This has been an insane week, work- and appointment-wise. Not a bad thing necessarily, but whenever my schedule gets like this, I struggle with concentration... Read more
Posted on 11 January 2012 HOME, PETS -
Are Dogs Smarter Than Cats?
Who is smarter? Your dog or your cat?That’s really like comparing the proverbial apples to oranges. Dogs and cats are totally different species with different... Read more
Posted on 11 January 2012 HOME, PETS -
Cleansing the Ears of Your Dog
Unclean ears of your dog can often provide a favorable breeding ground for yeasts, virus, parasites, and bacteria, with their dirty, warm and moist environment. Read more
Posted on 11 January 2012 HOME, PETS
