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Get Started with Ollie19 January 2023
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The 7 Best Dog Food Ingredients to Look For
With all the choices available, it can be difficult to pick the best food for your pup. Understanding the best ingredients to look for can help you select a nutritious, well-balanced diet.
Jenny Alonge received her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Mississippi State University …
2 September 2021
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Back to School: Choosing the Right Training Program for Your Pup
While kids around the country are heading back to school, what about your pup? If you welcomed a new family member recently you might be checking out options for puppy kindergarten. Aside from the …
31 August 2021
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What to Know About Blue-Green Algae Poisoning in Dogs
If you have a dog who likes to swim, one of your challenges may actually be keeping them safe around water. Many bodies of water aren’t suitable for pups (or people) to swim in due to pollutants …
26 August 2021
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7 Tips for Camping With Your Dog
Looking to savor the last of the summer fun and head out for one last camping trip? Taking your dog with you can add tons of fun and be an enriching experience for your beloved pup. If you aren’t…
24 August 2021
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4 Tips to Help Your Dog’s Thunderstorm Anxiety
While a big storm rolling in might be the perfect excuse to get cozy on the couch with some popcorn and a good book or movie marathon, not everyone in your house may be as excited about this. Many …
17 August 2021
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How to Protect Your Dog from Sunburn
When enjoying days on the trails or beach with your pup, you might be planning to slather on the sunblock so you don’t suffer from bad tan lines at best and painful burns or skin cancer at worst….
12 August 2021
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What Should I do if My Dog Drinks Saltwater?
If you’re thinking about taking your dog to the beach, you might be worried about what happens if your dog decides to take a taste of the sand or salty water. While a mouth full of sand probably …
10 August 2021
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Berry Picking: Strawberries for Dogs
While the strawberry season has passed in many parts of the United States, they’re still pretty widely available in grocery stores. Not only are these sweet treats great for you and delicious whe…
6 August 2021
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The History Behind Dog Days of Summer
We often hear people refer to the dog days of summer but does anyone really know what that means. Here at Ollie, we love any excuse to talk about dogs… look at pictures of dogs… pet dogs… you…
4 August 2021
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Tips for a Beach Trip with Your Dog
A day at the beach with your pup sounds like a dream come true to most pet parents. But between paws that are sensitive to hot sand and making sure your dog stays sufficiently hydrated, there’…
29 July 2021
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German Shepherd 101: Is a German Shepherd the Right Dog for You?
You may have seen them working with the police and military to serve and protect. But have you wondered if the German shepherd makes a good pet? Learn all about this magnificent breed and decide if…