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How to Beat the Heat with Your Pup

☀️ How to Beat the Heat with Your Pup  by Brittany Wingfield Make sure your dog is getting the right kind of exercise for their age and fitness level. Here’s a handy guide to keep them safe and happy during warmer weather: Determine what’s age-appropriate for your young dog by using this handy guide. Avoid hot pavement and the hottest... Read more
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The Pitfalls of Laser or Light Play

Using a laser pointer or flashlight to play with your dog can seem like harmless fun, but it comes with several potential dangers, especially to your dog’s mental health and behavior. In the most severe cases the dog becomes obsessed with the light to the point that they can no longer function normally. Even after the dog parents have ceased... Read more
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Does it Matter HOW my Dog is Trained?

There are many different ways to change a dog’s behavior, but the common thread is that all effective methods require a motivator. These motivators can range from seeking treats and praise to avoiding punishment. Skilled trainers can achieve desired behaviors using any of these methods. So, if we’re all aiming for the same outcome, does the method really matter? The... Read more
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Great tips for teaching your pup to play fetch

Article by Adrian Phillips Fetch can be an entertaining activity for both you and your dog. It is a great way to bond with your dog, and get them moving their bodies! Here are a few ways you can teach them to fetch, in as few as 5 steps! Read more
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Unleashing Ways to Give Relief to Your Dog with Seasonal Allergies

Welcome to spring time in Texas! Seasonal allergies may find you sneezing and reaching for the tissue box. But allergic reactions to trees, plants and grass in your dog may cause him to lick, scratch and nibble on his itchy skin and paws. The Dallas metroplex actually ranks 19th among the worst cities in the United States for allergies due... Read more
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Canine Respiratory Illness Impact

The WAGD leadership team is keeping vigilant on the latest information on the current canine respiratory illness. We are in discussions with local veterinarians and are watching the American Veterinary Medical Association recommendations. Those sources indicate that the illness has  been confirmed in only five states, all of which are either on the east or west coast. This illness is... Read more