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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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Belgian Malinois 101: Everything You Need to Know About This Herding Breed

The Belgian Malinois has found new fame this year, as one of these beautiful dogs recently starred in the movie Dog with Channing Tatum. While you might now be thinking about how you can add one to…

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Is Eucalyptus Oil Safe For Dogs? Signs And Symptoms Of Eucalyptus Poisoning

Is eucalyptus oil safe for dogs? Signs and symptoms of eucalyptus poisoning.

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Vaseline On Dogs? Why It Might Be Harmful And What You Need To Know

Dry skin, cuts, bumps, rashes, and scrapes – oh my! Your dog may experience all of these over the course of their busy and active life. Most of these issues are not serious and may never requ…

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Everything You Need to Know About Heartworm Prevention

Heartworms are a risk for your pup. From the city to the suburbs you pup can be infected no matter where you live. We explore ways to protect your pup from this dangerous paracite. What are heartwo…

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Help! My Dog is Throwing Up Undigested Food: The Complete Guide

Dogs throw up and usually in the worst places – like hello, do you really need to throw up on the bed, carpet or couch?. Why does this happen and is it something you as a pet parent should be…

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Can Dogs Eat Mashed Potatoes? Guidelines For Feeding Your Dog Safely

When you think about homemade treats or food you can cook and share with your dog, you probably think of foods like bone broth, grilled meat or fruit, and vegetables. Mashed potatoes are probably o…

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Are Chickpeas Good for Dogs?

Has your pup ever begged for some of your hummus at dinner or as an afternoon snack? You might have wondered if your favorite dip is safe to share with your dog. Due to some of the other ingredient…

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How To Make Bone Broth For Dogs In 7 Simple Steps

When you’re under the weather, nothing is more comforting than a warm bowl of chicken soup. In addition to being delicious, research has shown that chicken soup has healing properties and many he…

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The Benefits (and Risks) of Pumpkin for Dogs

Can all dogs eat pumpkin? The answer is more complicated than you might think.

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How Your Dog Can Help You Stick to Your New Year’s Resolutions

Many of us are taking time to reflect on the past year and think about goals and resolutions for the new year. For some, that means eating healthier, regular exercise, or learning a new skill. Whil…

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