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Are Essential Oils Dangerous To Dogs?

As of late, essential oils have had an increase in popularity for several reasons. According to WebMD, these oils, which are “concentrated extractions from plants,” can have a myriad of benefits. For instance, some people may find lavender oil relaxing and tea tree oil can prevent fungal infections.

That being said, if you are a pup parents, you need to be careful with how you use and store essential oils.

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Fall Foods That Are Dangerous For Your Dog

Now, most pup parents already know that our furry friends can’t have autumnal treats, like pumpkin pie or a big pot of chili (which happens to be the two only things I eat during the months of September, October, and November). Some dog owners, however, may not be aware that there are also seasonal fruits and vegetables that you should never give your precious pup. Here are some fall foods to avoid.

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How Well Can Dogs Really See?

Throughout most of my life, I was under the impression that dogs could only see black and white. Although, I did suspect that this wasn’t true, as my childhood dog had an incredible fashion sense and almost made sure that her outfits were perfectly color-coordinated.

So this leads us to the question, how much do really see in terms of their vision, color, and depth perception?

Here’s what we know.

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How To Support Your Grieving Dog After The Loss Of Another Family Dog

It is devastating absolutely devastating when you lose a dog. I still get emotional when I talk about my childhood dog, who passed away ten years ago.

Losing your furry friend becomes even more complicated if you have a surviving canine companion. It is believed dogs do feel grief when they lose a loved one. However, they do not understand the concept, meaning the situation is extremely upsetting and confusing.

Fortunately, there are a few steps to help support your grieving dog.

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