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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 Eat Tomatoes? The Juicy Details.

One of the best things about summertime in the northeast is tomatoes. We eat ripe juicy tomatoes on cheeseburgers, in salads, tossed with pasta and oil or even just plain. While our dogs might be i…

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How to Cut Your Dog’s Hair — The Easy Way

Proper grooming is a big part of caring for your dog. If you don’t yet have a dog and are considering bringing one into your family this is a consideration. Dogs like poodles, Golden Retrievers a…

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Can Dogs Have Onions?

Onions are a staple in most culture’s cuisine. From French Onion Soup to Tandoori Chicken there are few savory recipes that don’t start out with some kind of onion. This can be a challenge for …

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Why Do Dogs Lick Your Hands? 5 Common Reasons

Love it or hate it some dogs like to lick people. For a lot of dogs, the most popular places to lick are our hands and our faces. Why do they like to do this and what does this behavior mean? Unlik…

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Is Olive Oil Good for Dogs? Everything to Consider Before Drizzling

Olive oil is a staple in most household kitchens. You may use it to dip bread, sauteed chicken or drizzle over a salad or pasta dish. In addition to being delicious, it has many health benefits inc…

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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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Why Do Dogs Hide Bones? Learn More About This Common Pup Behavior

Does your dog hide his toys or try to burry his favorite bone in the yard? You might be wondering where this behavior comes from and why dogs think it is so much fun to dig holes and bury things! W…

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6 Expert Tips for Introducing Dogs to Each Other

Introducing dogs to new dogs safely is critically important. This is especially important when bringing a new dog into your home. Whether the new dog is going to be a permanent “sibling”, or a …

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How To Keep Dogs Off Furniture: 5 Amazing Tips

Some dog owners allow their pets on their couches or to sleep in their beds. But what if you don’t want your dog to do that? If you are a new pet parent and have decided the furniture is a dog-fr…

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6 Best Dogs For Apartment Living

You live in an apartment in a city and you’ve always wanted a dog. You may be wondering what type of dogs thrive in an apartment setting. Movies and advertising may lead us to believe that most d…

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