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How to Get a Therapy Dog Certification in 3 Simple Steps

How to Get a Therapy Dog Certification in 3 Simple Steps

If you’re thinking of getting a therapy dog certification for your pup, you’re in luck. It’s not as hard as it sounds, and your pup will thank you for it. Ther…

Do Great Danes Shed a Lot? Breed Facts & Tips to Control It

Do Great Danes Shed a Lot? Breed Facts & Tips to Control It

Shedding is one of the parts of owning a dog that is just not fun. It may not be as bad as scooping poop, but it is pretty annoying. Shedding can quickly take…

Are Great Danes Good Guard Dogs? Protective Behavior Explained

Are Great Danes Good Guard Dogs? Protective Behavior Explained

If you have ever been face to face with a Great Dane, then you know just how imposing these giants can be. They are not just heavy dogs, but they’re tall dogs,…

Do Great Danes Like to Cuddle? Facts & FAQ

Do Great Danes Like to Cuddle? Facts & FAQ

Do we need to state the obvious? Great Danes are big dogs. At 30 inches high and 150 pounds minimum, these dogs tower over anything in their path. But don’t be…

Miniature Great Dane: Facts, Origin & History (With Pictures)

Miniature Great Dane: Facts, Origin & History (With Pictures)

Tall, regal, gentle, and super friendly are all accurate descriptions for the lovable Great Dane. These gentle giants are renowned for their size, but there ar…

White Maltipoo: Info, Pictures, Origin & History

White Maltipoo: Info, Pictures, Origin & History

The loyal Maltipoo lingers beside their pet parents for hours on the sofa, mimicking the behavior of a Maltese, while also enjoying nothing more than joyfully…

Why Do Dogs Lick Your Wounds? Should You Worry?

Why Do Dogs Lick Your Wounds? Should You Worry?

As we move through our daily lives, it isn’t unusual to get a cut or wound on our bodies. More often than not, these wounds may be so small we don’t remember h…

Are Great Danes Hunting Dogs? The Surprising Answer

Are Great Danes Hunting Dogs? The Surprising Answer

If you listen to the legends, they will tell you that Great Danes were originally bred as hunting dogs for wild boar. However, that was years ago, and today’s…