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How To Cope With Loss And Grief After Your Dog Has Passed

One of my saddest moments growing up was when my family had to put down our beloved poodle Molly. I was completely inconsolable for weeks. Every pup parent who has lost their canine companion devastating it to no longer have your furry friend by your side. Seeing their collar and leash is enough to make you burst into tears.

As incredibly painful it is, there are some steps that can help make the mourning at least somewhat bearable.

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5 Tips On Bringing Home An Adult Rescue

When it comes to adoption, most people just want a puppy. Now, we completely see a puppy’s appeal. They are literally the most adorable creatures on the face of the Earth. That being said, adult dogs are just as equally incredible.

There are, however, few sets of challenges that come with bringing home a more mature pup. To make the transitional period go as smoothly as possible, here are a couple of things to consider.

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4 Tips On How To Potty Train Your Puppy

Getting a puppy is super exciting but comes with its own unique set of challenges. One particularly difficult aspect is potty training, especially if your floor is carpeted. Here are a few tips and tricks to ensure housebreaking, which can take up to 6 months, goes as smoothly as possible.

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How To Prepare For Adopting A Senior Dog

Adopting a senior dog is an extremely rewarding experience. You are giving an old guy or gal a second chance at life. And in doing so, you are making a new best friend. It’s really a win-win situation.

That being said, there are some challenges in bringing home an older pup. To ensure that you are properly equipped to handle the needs of an older dog, here are a few of our tips and tricks.

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How To Prepare For Bringing Home Your Rescue Dog

At Woof Republic, we are big on adopting dogs from rescues. There are so many precious pups in need of a good home and it's an incredible, life-changing experience.

That being said, it can be overwhelming to bring home a rescue for various reasons. To make sure that everything goes as well as it can, here are some of our tips and tricks on how to bring home a rescue dog.

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What To Expect When You're Expecting (And Have A Dog)

Expecting a baby is an exciting time in your life. That being said, if you are already a pup parent, it can also be rather stressful. You aren’t sure how your precious pooch will behave around a new member of the household. There’s a chance that even the sweetest of dogs may have a negative reaction to no longer being an only child. To help ease your worries, here are four tips on how to navigate this transitional period with your pup.

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