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8 Things About Owning A Dog Nobody Ever Tells You About.

Most people will admit that getting a dog is just about one of the best things you can do, both for them and for you. If you haven’t made the leap yet, but think it’s the right choice for you, now may be the time to adopt. Before you do, however, be aware that there can be many difficult things about owning a dog that you may not hear about.

14 Man Made Foods That Can Be Bad News For Your Dog

In our last blog post, we took a look at some foods in their natural form which can be bad for your pup’s health. However, as you might expect, there are a number of man-made foods which can be just as bad! Hopefully, this list will help to improve your dog’s health and reduce any bad feeding habits. Some of these are fairly well-known, but others you may not have known about!

14 Natural Foods That Are Bad For Your Dog

While we all love seeing our pup chowing down on a tasty snack, some foods may not actually be as good for them as we think! This list will shed some light on what foods really aren’t good snacks for our canine friends.

7 Signs Your Dog Is Overheated & Needs You To Act

If you plan to take your canine out and about with you when it's hot outside, you should definitely learn the signs your dog is overheated, as well as how to help them. It's not always obvious if your furry friend needs your help, so being as prepared as possible is step one in making sure everyone has a great time playing outside.

It’s Official: Dog Owners Live Longer, Healthier Lives

It's A Fact - Dogs Can Tell If You’re Untrustworthy!

It's been known for years that dogs understand what it means when a human points at something. If a dog's owner points to the location of a ball, stick or treats, the dog will run and explore the location the person is pointing to.

The latest research shows they are quick to figure out if these gestures are misleading.

It's A Scientific Fact - Dogs Look Like Their Owners!

Why do people choose the dog that looks most like themselves? Go to any park, and you will see the strange phenomenon of the canine mini-me. Far from being skin-deep, the answer may give you a new appreciation of the intense bonds we humans have forged with our four-legged friends.

10 Common Dog Behaviors And What They Really Mean

How often have you looked at your dog and thought, ‘why on earth are you doing that?’ Well, you’re not alone. At Peppy Pooch we’re constantly wondering what’s going on in our dogs heads. It turns out that all dogs share a common set of behaviors, some are funny some are gross but they all tell us something about how our furry friends are feeling.

Check Out These 10 Common Dog Behaviors And What They Really Mean.

Cold weather dog care.

Keep Your Dog Cool During The Summer Heat

Summer is in full swing and it’s not just people who are melting in the heat, pets also need to be considered. As much as we welcome the sun and fun at Peppy Pooch, it’s important for us to remember that the high temperatures can have a major effect on our dog’s health. Canines can easily get overheated because the only ways they release heat is by panting and through a limited number of sweat glands between their toes. Here are some useful tips to help keep your pets cool in the heat.