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Puppy Toys

The traditional Kong is a hollow, hard rubber toy, shaped something like the top of a soft ice cream cone. By smearing a bit of wet dog food, or something else tasty, inside the toy you make it a delicious project that your puppy will probably spend a long time working on. After he's done trying to lick every last bit out of this toy, you can run the Kong through the dishwasher or give it a good scrub. Placing the Kong in the freezer also makes a great soothing chew for teething

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Adopting a senior dog: Is older better?

Rambunctious puppies aren’t for everyone. When people talk about adopting a dog, it may be a cliché to assume that they will want an energetic, playful puppy, or at the very least, a young adult dog. Deserving as those dogs are of loving homes, they may not be the best choice for everyone. After all, it takes plenty of energy to care for an energetic younger dog. For that reason alone, a senior dog may be a better choice for some. Here are just a few of the many great reasons you may want to consider adopting on older dog:

Where to Adopt a Dog

They're homeless. You're dogless. We can fix that. If you don't already have a dog it's possible you're missing out on one of life's greatest pleasures. From the devoted gaze right down to the wagging tail, these faithful friends are a joy to have around, each and every day. Right now, there are thousands of homeless dogs just waiting for the chance of a caring new owner and safe new home. Maybe that owner is you, and the home is yours.

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Is your dog (Ho-Hum) bored?

It goes without saying that your dog needs physical exercise in order to stay healthy. But what about your dog's mental health?

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Why your older dog needs Protein

As part of your dog's natural process, he will lose a certain amount of protein every day through loss and turnover of hair, skin, nails and bodily secretions. While it's true that an older dog's system isn't as efficient in metabolizing protein as younger dogs, that doesn't mean it should be excluded from your dog's diet. In fact, for this reason your older dog may need more protein in his diet.

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New Year, New Puppy

Here's some good advice on making your home a safe haven for your new puppy. Get everything ready for your puppy before you bring him home. First, make a nice bed for him. An old box or durable, chew-resistant basket raised off the floor away from drafts makes an adequate bed for a puppy. Don't spend too much at this stage on an expensive bed he's likely to chew. The inside of the bed should be lined with an old blanket so he can snuggle into something soft and warm.

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Adopting the right adult dog for you