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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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Can Dogs Experience PTSD?

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a psychological condition that can impact people who have survived war, trauma, assault, abuse, or any stressful event. But did you know dogs can also suffe…

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What is Human-Grade Dog Food?

There are an overwhelming number of dog food options on the market ranging from familiar dry food (i.e., kibble), to fresh-made meals, dehydrated formulas, and even diets made from raw meat. And am…

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Tips for Transitioning Your Shelter Dog to a Fresh Food Diet

When you bring a pup home from the shelter you have a lot to think about. Things like showing them the ropes, getting them to the vet, and helping them generally settle in. You may have already dec…

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Husky 101: Is a Husky Right for You?

The Siberian Husky is described as mischievous, loyal, and outgoing by those who have owned and loved them. Learn all about this beautiful breed and whether a husky might make the perfect new addit…

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A Brief History of Animal Shelters

Animal shelters and rescues have grown in popularity in recent years. The US Humane Society reports that there are currently over 3,500 brick and mortar animal shelters and over 10,000 rescue group…

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5 Things You Need to Know Before Adopting a Pup

Want some tried and true advice from people who have been there? We asked members of the Ollie team, who are also parents to adopted pups for their best advice, and here is what they had to say: Ad…

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Fall Quick Picks: What We’re Reading Right Now

Since not everyone is into long reads or has time to curl up with a good book, for our fall reading list, we took to the internet. Here’s what we’re reading this season to keep up with the late…

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Vizsla 101: Is the Vizsla the Right Dog for Your Family?

Looking for an athletic large breed dog to add to your family? Learn about the Vizsla and decide if this is the right dog for you. About the Vizsla The Vizsla, a member of the American Kennel Club&…

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Why Do Dogs Have Whiskers?

When you think of your dog, whiskers probably aren’t the first thing you think about but their whiskers serve a very important purpose. We did some research to find out why do dogs have whiskers …

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Ways to ID Your Dog, Microchips and Beyond

According to the American Humane Society, “Each year, approximately 10 million pets are lost in the United States, and millions of those end up in the nation’s animal shelters.” They go o…

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