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Being a dog lover in your GENES!

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That’s right! Being a dog lover is rooted deep in your genes.  This could be possibly broken down into multiple aspects:– love dogs, would always own– like dogs, wouldn’t own– don’t like dogs, wouldn’t own Not sure where cat people (and cat people who own dogs) would fall into the mix.  Perhaps this also lends towards which breeds/types of dogs you prefer and size thresholds you enjoy. There are terrier people, herding people, companion dog people, people who prefer big dogs, people who prefer medium or small dogs, others prefer dogs with long coats, fluffy coats, or short coats. There […]

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12 humane societies & shelters in Minnesota to visit on National Pet Day!

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National Pet Day is Friday April 11th, 2025. There are loads of things you can do to celebrate your pet: Have a pet date and have your pup pick a new toy & share a pup cup! Extra snacks or an extra special snack LOADS of cuddles & snuggles! And why not head to one of the 12 humane societies and shelters around the state of Minnesota and hand out pats & snacks there too! (Make sure to ask if there are treats you can share with the dogs when you visit.) Perhaps you’ll find a new friend to bring

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It’s bloody cold out! 5 tips to stay safe in subzero temps!

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January in Minnesota – the land of subzero temps and that’s not even accounting for a breeze. Today’s lovely high: negative something between -1 and -15 pending on where you are bunkered down in the state. And there’s a windchill, which has lovingly dropped the temp to the negative 30s.  Which means that frostbite is possible within 10 to 15 minutes of exposure to the outdoors! EGADS! At least there’s snow on the ground… Here are 5 tips to stay safe in subzero temps! 1. Bunker down in a warm toasty house with ample blankets. This is Blue’s favorite option when

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Paws & Fireworks: Keeping Your Dog Safe This 4th of July

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We have entered July with the 4th landing tomorrow! Happy birthday USA! Now there are definitely loads of things that surround the 4th – barbecues, pools, guests, and those booming fireworks from small to big. And we want your dog to stay safe throughout it all.  Dogs & 4th of July tips:  GuestsOMG how exciting that the friend of the friend of the friend is coming over! You may have not seen a plethora of your friends and haven’t had them all over to your house at once in ages, but don’t forget your dog may not have met all

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Celebrate Easter with Your Dog (Plus a Fun Egg Activity!)

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Happy snow covered Easter (as of yesterday, yes this is a day late, whoops!). Kris, Blue & I send our “hoppy” greetings and love. Plastic Egg Activity for Dogs! Did you happen to have plastic eggs, or have they been on hand for generations for children, either yours or for you as a child? (If you don’t have any, run out now and snag some!) Why do you need plastic eggs? For an Easter egg hunt for your dog! (Plus this activity can be done anytime – if it is rainy, snowing, too hot, too cold etc).   Start with clean

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