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So, you are ready to bring a dog into your home. Obviously, your intention is to have that new four-legged member of the household around for a very long time to come. Since dogs can become such integral members of a family, it is only natural to want them around for as long as possible.…

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When it comes to man’s best friend, most people are not just looking for a furry pal, but a companion that’s suitable for their lifestyle. For certain households, finding the perfect pooch can be determined by his level – or lack of – aggression. Specifically, in the case of homes with small children or the…

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The scenario is all too familiar: you’ve wanted a dog for years, but either you or someone else in your household is allergic! Research shows that as many as 10% of the U.S. population is allergic to dogs. Fortunately, there’s no need to give up your dream of becoming a pet parent – there are…

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So… you want a dog. However, you are not sure if the dog you want is really the dog you need. Will your dog fit your personality and your activity level? Is it a low energy dog breed, or one higher strung? It’s always a good idea to investigate factors such as these before you…

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When you have kids, bringing a new dog home is exciting, but also a little bit stressful. There are many factors to take into consideration, especially when trying to narrow down good dog breeds for kids. When deciding on breed, you’ll want to ask questions like: Does the breed of dog you’re considering tend to…

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Some dogs are referred to as “family dog breeds” because they are considered breeds that are usually safe to raise with children. But dogs are every bit as unique as people, and when raised properly, almost any dog can make a suitable family pet. However, choosing the right dog for your family is not always…

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When it comes to choosing a dog, you probably want one that is friendly, whether that’s toward people, other pets, or both. In other words, a happy-go-lucky pooch that gets along with everyone. As long as they meet the friendly criteria, you may or may not care about other qualities, such as whether they are…

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A big question that comes to mind when you are considering getting a dog is “what breed of dog is the healthiest?” And while it is a complicated question with no guarantees, there are some breeds that seem to encounter fewer health issues than others. There is no breed of dog that is the “ultimate…

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These giant dog breeds can be great pets just as much as their tiny canine brethren, and despite their sheer size (and the amount of food they’ll need), some of these breeds are surprisingly low maintenance. So, if you’re in the market for a larger dog, check out this list of the top 10 biggest…

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Miniature Australian Shepherd background & history The Miniature Australian Shepherd—now known as the Miniature American Shepherd—originated rather recently, having come to existence in in the late 1960’s. Similar to Miniature dogs of different breeds, they originated when a breeding program opened up to consolidate and streamline smaller Australian Shepherds. Basically, they’d take the smallest purebred…

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