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Successfully Adopting a Dog, Part 1: Establishing Adoption Criteria

So, you’re thinking about adopting a dog. wonderful! Your entire future with your future new dog is right in front of you, and anything is possible. Dreams of agility, rally, obedience, stunts, and/or nose drills may be dancing in your head, or perhaps a leisurely walk in a nearby park, …

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Should you shave your dog?Shaving despite advice

Most grooming experts recommend against shaving your dog, but in some cases, shaving may be the best option for the health and well-being of some older dogs. Shaving is discouraged Most veterinarians and organizations such as the American Kennel Club warn that double-coated dogs (i.e., dogs with an insulating undercoat) …

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Successfully Adopting a Dog, Part 2: What to Do at the Shelter

[Updated August 24, 2018] So you’ve made a list of the qualities you want, found a highly regarded shelter, rescue group or breeder, and are ready to start your search. Maybe you’ve found a potential customer on an organization’s website. What should we do now? Go meet some dogs! Here …

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