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Was your dog sprayed by a skunk? It's the worst! We asked the experts what really works to remove skunk smell from a dog.
Click here to read the rest of Watchdog Mary’s article in The Whole Dog Journal.
Man Is So Excited That His Dog Has Been Found He Drives Lawnmower To Get Him
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John Aguilar is not in the habit of riding his lawnmower through the streets of San Antonio, Texas. But one day in July, he found himself doing just that — with his dog at his feet and a huge smile on his face.
To read the rest of Watchdog Mary’s article in The Dodo click here.
Cleanup Crew Opens Oven Wrecked in Flood and Miracle Cat Jumps Out
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At first, the phone call Kerrville Pets Alive! received stunned Karen Guerriero, the president and cofounder of the rescue organization based in Kerrville, Texas. The area is ground zero for the tragic floods that surged through the state in July.
Click here to read the rest of Watchdog Mary’s story in The Dodo.
Caring for Dogs with Disabilities
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Do you have a dog facing physical challenges? The key to caring for your four-legged family member is to be realistic about their condition and for you and your dog to adapt to the change.
To read the rest of Watchdog Mary’s article in The Whole Dog Journal, click here.
What Traits Make the Best Family Dogs?
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Confident, resilient, and outgoing dogs typically make the best family companions, but first, assess your household's traits to ensure you're the right fit for the dog.
Read the rest of Watchdog Mary’s article in The Whole Dog Journal.
Can Dogs Drink Alcohol?
Though you may have seen pictures, memes, and videos on social media about drunk dogs, we have a simple public service announcement on behalf of all canine-kind: Dogs should not booze it up. Why?
What Are the Top Calls to Animal Poison Control?
The ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center received more than 451,000 calls from pet parents last year who needed immediate answers: Could what their dog gobbled down cause a life-threatening problem? The organization crunched its data and just released its annual list of what pets managed to ingest the most.
Click here to read the rest of Watchdog Mary’s article in The Whole Dog Journal.
How to Check Out a Dog Charity Before You Donate
You’re scrolling through your social media feed, and a heartbreaking video of a trembling, filthy, emaciated dog with the saddest, haunting eyes stops you in your tracks. The post says, “Bella needs medical help. Please donate to our rescue…” But you’ve never heard of the organization.
What do you do? How do you know the group is a legitimate nonprofit? And that Bella will get the care she needs? Read Watchdog Mary’s article in The Whole Dog Journal.
Hitting the Road: How to Choose a Dog Ground Transport Service
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Need a professional to drive your dog cross-country? Choosing the right pet transport service is critical. You're putting your dog's life in an animal mover's hands.
How can you pick the right one? Read Watchdog Mary’s article in The Whole Dog Journal.
Why Do My Dog’s Feet Smell Like Fritos? Is This Normal?
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Canines are known for their many odors—but when your dog’s paws smell like Fritos, and no one opened a bag of corn chips (because surely your dog would have alerted you to the exciting sound of a plastic food bag opening), the Frito-feet scent can be puzzling.
Click here to read the rest of Watchdog Mary’s article in Chewy.
How To Help the Animal Shelter Crisis
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Record numbers of dogs and cats are in shelters across the United States. Some facilities are euthanizing animals because they don’t have the space to house them all.
How can you help? Read Watchdog Mary’s article in The Whole Dog Journal.
20 Dog Boredom Busters: What To Do When Your Dog Is Bored
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We've all been there: You're on a call while your dog looks like they're telepathically messaging you, "Take me for a walk." Or they start barking, whining or chewing your shoe.
They're bored. What can you do? Watchdog Mary’s article in Chewy has 20 boredom busters to do with your dog.
Ten Siberian Husky Behavior Problems
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To know a Siberian Husky is to love them. But as with every dog, the breed is not without their challenges. To read about the top ten behavior problems you may encounter and how to handle them, click here for Watchdog Mary’s article in Chewy.
Dog Cones: All You Need To Know (Plus Cone Alternatives)
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It's the phrase pet parents dread hearing from their veterinarian: "Your dog needs to wear a cone..."
How can you get your dog used to the cone? What are cone alternatives?
My Dog Bit Someone, Now What?
A dog bite takes a split second to happen, and if your dog bites someone, it can haunt you, your dog and the person who was bitten for a long time. What should you do?
Click here to read Watchdog Mary’s article on Chewy’s Be Smart website.
How Much Does It Cost to Adopt a Dog?
How to Become a Pet Sitter
Want to become a pet sitter? You need a big heart, patience, and a bit of business know-how.
Watchdog Mary covers it all in her award-winning article originally published in Dogster magazine:
How to Protect Yourself From the Top Pet Scams
Clever scammers prey on your love for animals.
How can you avoid falling for a pet scheme? Read Watchdog Mary’s article originally published in Dogster Magazine:
How to Find a Lost Dog
One in three pets ends up missing in their lifetime.
Help get Fido back home safely by reading Watchdog Mary’s article originally in Dogster Magazine:
Golden Rules For Giving Cat Treats
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From training to bonding and enhancement, cat treats can work wonders, but know when and when not to use this tasty temptation.
To read the rest of Watchdog Mary’s article in Catster Magazine click here.
