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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 Have Pink Eye? Best Advice For Treating Conjunctivitis

Red crusty eyes. Not something you look forward to seeing on anyone, even your dog. While these symptoms are definitely annoying you might be wondering how serious they are. If your pup has pink ey…

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Help, My Dog Ate Chocolate: What Should You Do When This Happens

A healthy diet is one of the most important ways you can protect your dog’s overall health. Not only is it important to protect your dog from foods they are allergic to, but you also want to keep…

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Is Peppermint Oil Safe For Dogs? An Expert Explains

There is a lot of debate about aromatherapy and using essential oils as a treatment option for dogs. Some experts claim that certain oils like lemongrass can be used to keep pests away from our pup…

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How to Stop Puppy Biting

Ahh, puppy bites! While some people enjoy the feeling of puppy nibbles, it’s not something you want to encourage. There’s a fine line between harmless puppy biting and an adult dog with full-si…

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French Bulldog Personality: Get To Know Your Frenchie

Described by the American Kennel Club as adaptable, playful, and smart, the French Bulldog ranks 4th in Popularity out of the AKC’s 195 breeds. Ever considered owning a French Bulldog? Learn all …

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Can Dogs Eat Quinoa? 4 Benefits of This Ancient Seed

Quinoa, a funny word for a delicious alternative to grains. Even if you can’t pronounce it correctly, you can enjoy this delicious healthy seed. Yup, quinoa is actually a seed, not a grain! Does …

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My Dog Has Dry Skin: How Big Of An Issue Is It?

There are many factors that go into keeping your dog healthy. As a pet parent, you might always be worried about your pup’s overall health and want to do everything in your power to help them liv…

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Is Cheese Bad for Dogs? Dairy DOs and DON’Ts

Like us, having a variety of foods in your dog’s diet can have tremendous health benefits for them. If your dog eats exactly the same food every day, while they may be getting complete nutrition,…

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Why Do Dogs Bury Things? Learn More About 5 Reasons For Their Behavior

If you’ve ever seen a dog burying a bone in the yard or under a pile of blankets, you may have asked yourself, or someone else “Why do dogs bury things?” This peculiar behavior may be one tha…

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How to Teach a Dog to Play Fetch: A Detailed Guide

Fetch is probably one of the most well-known games you can play with your dog. While it’s not the only way to have some fun together, you might be wondering how on earth does a dog learn how to f…

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