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5 Best Dog Memorial Gifts You Can Give In 2026
Losing a dog is one of the hardest things any pet parent can face. The unconditional love and joy they bring into our lives make their absence deeply felt. If y
Health Care
3 Best Q-tips for Dog Ear-Cleaning In 2026
You think that cleaning a dog’s ears is easy? Well, you are very wrong! It is one of the things that dog owners struggle to do the most. Dogs can take the risk
Dog Lifestyle
Best Robot Vacuum for Dog Hair In 2026
Maintaining a spic and span home is crucial not only for your health but for your pet as well. Without a robot vacuum at your disposal, many pet parents feel li
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How to Clip Your Dog’s Nails Without Hurting Them? (Explained by Vet)
Cutting your dog’s nails is part of the grooming process. Besides regular brushing and bathing, you should regularly cut your dog’s nails. This process does not
Health Care
How to Trim a Dog’s Nails That Hates It (Step-By-Step)
Your heart rate is probably already elevated during a routine nail trimming with your dog. You want to avoid the quick, not hurt your dog, and get the job done
Training & Behavior
Why Do Dogs Scratch The Carpet? 5 Tips to Stop it
Dig, dig dig, scratch, scratch, scratch – it’s a dog thing, right? While these actions aren’t completely exclusive to dogs, they definitely can be a “dog thing”
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Breeds
7 Dog Breeds That Need Ear Plucking (And Why!)
Ear plucking? If this is the first time you’ve ever heard of it, don’t worry, it’s not nearly as violent as it sounds. Maybe we should introduce it as dog ear h
Health Care
Dog Still Smells after Glands Expressed: What To Do?
The problem of anal glands is often overlooked until it becomes more serious. The anal gland can be a health problem when the anal glands (the two small tubes a
Dog Lifestyle
6 Best Outdoor Stair Treads for Dogs in 2026 (No More Slipping!)
You want your dog to step into an adventure every time he lays his paws on your outdoor stairs, and not into a faceplant. You want every descent to be safe and
Food & nutrition
10 Foods to Help Dogs Express Anal Glands Naturally
We’ve already covered anal gland issues and the importance of a pup’s diet extensively on Dogaspet. Now, here’s the lowdown on the best foods for helping them e
Health Care
8 Dog Breeds That Need Their Glands Expressed (Written By Vet)
One common problem you’ll encounter when caring for a dog is getting their anal glands expressed. While not all dog breeds have this problem, as a dog owner, yo
Health Care
Dog Anal Gland Removal Pros and Cons (Written By Vet)
If your vet has suggested anal gland removal for your pet, you likely have a lot of questions. This is a surgery that is costly, is not commonly done and that c