FITDOG BLOG: OFF THE LEASH

For the trail blazers and tail chasers

Angela Brittain
Angela Brittain
April 10, 2018
Behavior
Lifestyle
Tips & Tricks
Wellness

7 reasons why you actually shouldn’t hug your dog

Updated on October 27, 2022 According to the internet, April 10th is National Hug Your Dog Day. This might be an unpopular opinion, but we're going to say it: Don't hug your dog. We love dogs (obviously), but as people...

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Meghan Rowland
Meghan Rowland
April 06, 2018
Grooming
Health
Wellness

De-shedding dogs: Everything you need to know

Unwanted fur in the home can be one of the biggest headaches for dog-owners, and virtually all dogs shed, particularly in the hotter seasons. Many people spend hours brushing their dogs to no avail. De-shedding dogs is an...

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Angela Brittain
Angela Brittain
March 19, 2018
Activities
Behavior
Let's Go

Dog Sports: Herding

This month, we're talking about herding. Dog Herding is an age-old pastoral practice of  wrangling livestock. Some popular herding breeds include corgis, border collies, cattle dogs, Jack Russell Terriers, and Australian Shepherds. Animal behavioralist John Bradshaw puts it succinctly: "The...

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Angela Brittain
Angela Brittain
March 18, 2018
Lifestyle
Trends

So your dog is a star

Achieving dog stardom is a feat accomplished by few and coveted by many. Social media apps give people the power to develop a following and brand their lives on their own terms. Instagram especially is a hot spot for cute...

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Angela Brittain
Angela Brittain
March 09, 2018
Health
Lifestyle
Local
Wellness

Fitdog & Vetted: Who Uses At-Home Vet Care, Anyway?

Every month, we like to share a health-related article with the help of our friends at Vetted. However, we realized not everyone knows what makes Vetted so cool and unique. Vetted's mobile veterinarian services make at-home vet care...

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