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Best Puppy Names for 2022
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 …
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Petland In the Community
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 …
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Is Your House Puppy Proof For The Holidays?
Christmas is the time to deck the halls with boughs of holly. But as a new puppy owner, should you? In getting your house ready for the holidays, you want to make sure that you don’t cause any hazard to your new puppy. You don’t want Rex getting hurt because of some decorations. Consider these safety tips to puppy proof your house during the holidays: Keep Unsafe Food Out of ReachYou probably know that chocolates are a no-go. But those are not the only Christmas foods that are harmful to your puppies. Some of the foods to avoid include: Coconut …
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Introducing Your Pet to Strangers
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 …
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This Is Why You Need A French Bulldog
Are you looking for a friendly and cute puppy? Look no further! Why? Because the French Bulldog is the perfect breed for you. The French bulldog, or the Frenchie as some prefer to call him, is one of the most popular breeds of dogs in the world today. A lot of celebrities like Lady Gaga, Dwayne Johnson, Hugh Jackman, John Legend and David Beckham are all parents to French bulldogs. Considering his distinct and irresistible looks, it’s no surprise that a lot of people love the Frenchie. But that’s just one of the several other qualities that makes the Frenchie …
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Autumn Is Definitely Best Season For Fur Baby Photos
Everyone loves autumn, especially puppies. Many will agree that autumn is the most beautiful season of the year. It starts out with the leaves on the trees turning bright and brilliant.Shortly after that, the leaves begin to fall on the ground and everyone’s lawn is covered in a beautiful array of autumn colors.Puppies enjoy this time of the year because they get to chase the falling leaves and play in the raked heap of leaves. Daisy definitely enjoys running through the leaves and hiking through the gorgeous autumn landscape.However, that’s not all you can do. You can make beautiful memories …
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Planning for an Extended Trip Featuring Your Pet
Going on an extended trip with your pup can be a pretty exciting adventure. The sights going by can be an incredible one for your pup, and you get to enjoy the warm companionship. Short trips are more typically advised, however, there’s no harm in taking a long one provided you plan and pack all the supplies that you would be needing on the trip. This piece covers everything 4 need-to-know tips for your upcoming extended human-canine trip: Help Your Pup Adjust At least 1 or 2 months before your extended trip, start getting your pup familiar with the car. …
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Correcting Bad Habits in Your Pup
Pups might be soft and fluffy and loving and represent everything good about the world. However, believe it or not, sometimes, they can be less than perfect. Sometimes, they exhibit less-than-pleasant behavior and the best move in situations like this is to nip it in the bud. You don’t want your once-adorable puppy growing up to become a misbehaving adult. So, here’s are 5 tips to help with correcting bad habits in your pup: Training Well-trained pups seldom exhibit bad behavior, so training is key. Commands like ‘come’, ‘sit’, ‘lie down, are the building blocks for encouraging good behavior. Using …
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How To Encourage Healthy Feeding Habits in Your Pup
Feeding your pet with a healthy diet has many benefits in the short run as well as the distant future. A great diet keeps your pet in top shape and protects them from a range of chronic ailments. Your pet’s diet extends beyond what you give them at mealtimes. It is a sum total of all the treats, table scraps, random food tosses, and of course, the main meals too. Proper feeding is essential to ensuring that your pet lives a long, healthy life. This is why encouraging healthy feeding habits is essential. And here are 4 tips to do …
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Dog Allergies Detection 101
Dogs experience allergic reactions to various things. While these allergies are typically not life-threatening, they do cause a measure of discomfort. Allergies in pups are not quite as simple to pinpoint as in humans. It takes strong observation skills, and even afterward, there is a range of allergies that could cause your dog’s symptoms. Common Symptoms of Allergies Here are some of the commonly noticed allergy symptoms in pips: Constant licking Diarrhea Sneezing/ wheezing Inflamed skin Incessant scratching Swellings of lips, ear flaps, or other parts of the face Periodic chewing on body parts Hives Fur loss/ skin irritation Allergies …