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Sometimes you might blow off walking your dog. But do this too much, and your dog suffers–more than you know. You do too whether you realize it or not. Check out this great article by Christie Keith on the Pet Connection Blog about

“What you lose when you can’t walk your dogs”

Dog People Get More Exercise

Need motivation to keep up your exercise program? No need to hire a personal trainer or pay for a boot camp. You don’t have to look any further than your dog. Read the rest of this entry

Unlike the presidency, which lasts for only four years, adopting a dog is for life. Susan Daffron, the founder of the National Association of Pet Rescue Professionals and the author of “Happy Hound: Develop a Great Relationship with Your Adopted Dog or Puppy” (www.HappyHoundBook.com) has a few tips for how the Obama family can make good choices regarding the new “First Puppy.” Read the rest of this entry

Those of us who love our pets always include them in the season’s gift giving (despite what those non-pet people think). If you are getting Rover or Fluffy something, why not get something that makes life better for the both of you. Read on…. Read the rest of this entry

How Not To Play Fetch

The veterinarian told the not-so-bright guy that his dog needed some exercise. 

“You need to make sure this dog runs around,” the doctor said. “Try playing a game of fetch with him.”

“I can’t play fetch with my dog,” the doofus said.

“Why not?” the doctor asked.

“Because,” he replied, “He can’t throw.

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