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Marissa Taffer

Marissa Taffer is a consultant, writer and strategist based in Philadelphia. She lives and works with her rescue dog Charlie, a certified therapy dog.

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Everything You Need to Know About Herding Dog Breeds

From herding livestock like sheep and cows to attempting to herd children or even their toys, herding breeds are amazing and intelligent animals. These pups thrive when they have a job (and they wo…

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Why Do Some Dogs Have Webbed Feet?

When you think of webbed feet you probably think of ducks, not dogs. But surprise, some dog breeds also have webbed feet! You might be shocked to learn that all dogs are born with webbed feet but n…

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Things Our Dogs Won’t Miss About Winter

While some pups love everything about winter (We’re looking at you – Huskies, Newfoundlands, and Labs) others absolutely despise it and would prefer spending the colder months hibernating u…

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Lucky Dogs: 5 Pups Who Found Their Happily Ever Afters

While we’re looking forward to celebrating the luck of the Irish on St. Patrick’s day, we can’t forget about some of the luckiest pups whose tales bring us joy and hope. From surviving illnes…

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Why Do Dogs Roll in Poop and Other Stinky Things?

When you let your dog outside do they always manage to find the stinkiest and smelliest things to roll around in? From dead, decaying animals, to mud and even dog poop, some dogs just love to find …

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Is a Boxer Right for You?

Described by the American Kennel Club as bright, fun-loving, and active, the Boxer might sound like the perfect pup to add to your family. Learn more about this wonderful breed and everything you m…

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Become a Puparazzi: Tips For Photographing Your Dog

Think your dog has what it takes to become the next social media star or do you just want some really great photos of your pup? With all the improvements in cell phone cameras and easy-to-use photo…

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Why Do Dogs Shake Their Heads?

Have you noticed your dog shaking their head more than usual? You might be concerned about this behavior, especially if your pup is doing it consistently. We looked at the most common reasons your …

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Do Dogs Really Resemble Their Humans?

Have you ever seen a person walking a dog who looks eerily like them? Maybe is a tall lean brunette walking a brown standard poodle? Or was it a light-haired blue-eyed young man walking a tan Pitbu…

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How Smart Is Your Dog?

You know there are many working dogs out there who help find drugs and bombs, support people with medical conditions so they have more freedom and independence, but you may have wondered how smart …

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