September 2018 | Under One Woof

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Doggy nutrition: do’s and dont’s

September 28, 2018 By admin

Just like humans, dogs need a balanced diet and exercise regime to reach their peak; to feel and look their best; to enjoy good energy levels and stable moods. With that in mind, we’ve put together a list of do’s and don’ts for pups and fully-grown dogs alike. So, let’s get started. Don’t: keep your pup on puppy food too long Puppy food is higher in calories than normal adult fare, designed for a growing dog that needs plenty of sustenance! Keep… Read More
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How to make caring for your dog simpler

September 20, 2018 By admin

All dog owners are guilty of interpreting the behavior of their animal through the filter of their own neuroses. We assume the dog is on the same wavelength as us, that it is being stimulated by the same environmental factors, when that’s simply not true. How can an animal whose eyes don’t see the world in the same colors, whose nose reacts to scents we can’t even pick up, whose ears are attuned to different sounds, react to the same stimuli? So many of the mistakes… Read More
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What to keep in mind when adopting a dog

September 14, 2018 By admin

Any time you head to a shelter there’s the overwhelming temptation to adopt a dog and call it your own. Giving an animal a better life is the morally right thing to do, but it needs to make sense for both parties. Here are a few things to keep in mind before taking the plunge, and some common mistakes first-time owners make. How do I know if I’m ready to adopt a dog? You have the time to invest in an animal Dogs… Read More
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Doggy obsessions: how to deal with strange behaviors

September 6, 2018 By admin

It’s natural as a pet owner to look at your dog behaving strangely and to automatically freak out. Whether he’s obsessively chasing his tail or hoarding your possessions, there seems to be no rational explanation for the behavior, and yet he does it time and time again. Well the good news is that you’re not alone: dogs far and wide have acted like this since time immemorial, and with a firm hand and a few of the following pointers in mind, you should be able to counteract the behavior in no time at all. Read More
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