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Do Cocker Spaniels Like Water? Breed Preferences & Characteristics

Do Cocker Spaniels Like Water? Breed Preferences & Characteristics

When you look at your Cocker Spaniel, you might not see the makings of a great swimmer. From their big eyes and long fur, Cocker Spaniels don’t look like a cre…

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By Grant Piper
Are Pit Bulls Illegal in California? Laws & Regulations Explained

Are Pit Bulls Illegal in California? Laws & Regulations Explained

Pit Bulls are popular dogs in the United States. Despite their popularity, there are a lot of misconceptions, myths, and rumors about the breed. Pit Bulls are…

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By Grant Piper
Are Cocker Spaniels Working Dogs? Breed History & FAQs

Are Cocker Spaniels Working Dogs? Breed History & FAQs

Cocker Spaniels are beautiful dogs. They are known for their iconic coats, large soft eyes, and telltale shape. Cocker Spaniels have long been one of the most…

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By Grant Piper
Golden Retriever vs. Border Collie: All the Differences (With Pictures)

Golden Retriever vs. Border Collie: All the Differences (With Pictures)

Getting a new dog is always an exciting time. Picking out a new dog breed is a lot of fun, but picking the right breed can be a very daunting process. Dogs can…

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By Grant Piper
How to Train a Border Collie to Herd: 9 Expert Tips

How to Train a Border Collie to Herd: 9 Expert Tips

Herding is an ancient and refined art that has been around for thousands of years. Border Collies are herding dogs, and that has raised a lot of curiosity amon…

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By Grant Piper
Are Border Collies Good Guard Dogs? Traits & FAQs

Are Border Collies Good Guard Dogs? Traits & FAQs

Border Collies are known for many things, including their herding prowess and their ability to do canine agility courses. Border Collies are also prized for th…

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By Grant Piper
How Fast Is a Border Collie? Speed Comparison & FAQs

How Fast Is a Border Collie? Speed Comparison & FAQs

Border Collies are known for being intelligent, energetic dogs. But how fast are they? Border Collies were bred to be herding dogs, and speed is a necessary pa…

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By Grant Piper
Pet Cancer Awareness Month: When It Is & How It’s Celebrated (Vet-Verified)

Pet Cancer Awareness Month: When It Is & How It’s Celebrated (Vet-Verified)

Most people have heard of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which takes place in October, but few people have heard about Pet Cancer Awareness Month. Pet Cancer A…

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By Grant Piper
If Pets Had Thumbs Day: When It Is & How to Celebrate

If Pets Had Thumbs Day: When It Is & How to Celebrate

Humans are very clearly different from most animals in the world. Many people think that humans’ advantages over animals primarily stem from our outsized intel…

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By Grant Piper
Can Cats Eat Chicken? Vet-Verified Nutrition Facts & FAQ

Can Cats Eat Chicken? Vet-Verified Nutrition Facts & FAQ

Many cat foods contain chicken. Pet stores have shelves, even rows, of cat food that are filled with chicken. That means that cats can eat chicken, right? The…

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By Grant Piper