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How Long Can Dogs Hold Their Pee? Canine Bladder Control Facts

How Long Can Dogs Hold Their Pee? Canine Bladder Control Facts

This is an important question, especially for dog owners who work all day or just want a good night’s sleep. So, what is the longest that your dog can go witho…

How to Get Dog Pee Smell Out of Concrete & Garages: 5 Proven Methods

How to Get Dog Pee Smell Out of Concrete & Garages: 5 Proven Methods

Dog urine is something that all dog owners will need to deal with at some point in their pets’ lives. As frustrating as it is, it is even more so when the pee…

Are German Shepherds Good Livestock Guardians & Farm Dogs? Facts & FAQs

Are German Shepherds Good Livestock Guardians & Farm Dogs? Facts & FAQs

Working dog breeds have been around for thousands of years, and this likely was one of the initial reasons that dogs were domesticated. Working breeds have lon…

How to Stop a German Shepherd Puppy From Biting: 7 Easy Steps

How to Stop a German Shepherd Puppy From Biting: 7 Easy Steps

As any owner of a new puppy knows, nipping and gentle bites are a normal part of the first few months of a puppy’s life. This is especially true with dogs like…

Are German Shepherds Part Wolf? Canine Domestication Examined

Are German Shepherds Part Wolf? Canine Domestication Examined

It’s hard to deny that German Shepherds and other breeds resemble wolves. They have similar coats, erect ears, and an uncanny resemblance. The answer to the qu…

Do German Shepherds Get Cold Outside? Breed Facts & FAQ

Do German Shepherds Get Cold Outside? Breed Facts & FAQ

As winter months approach, both the nights and days start to get a bit colder, and it's only natural to wonder how much time your German Shepherd should be spe…

When Do German Shepherd Puppies Stop Biting? Breed Facts & FAQ

When Do German Shepherd Puppies Stop Biting? Breed Facts & FAQ

It’s a fact of life that puppies like to bite and chew, and German Shepherd puppies are notorious for it. However, just because it’s a common behavior doesn’t…

Are German Shepherds Easy to Train? Breed Facts & FAQ

Are German Shepherds Easy to Train? Breed Facts & FAQ

German Shepherds are typically easy to train. They are brilliant, devoted dogs. Typically, these canines can quickly pick up the meaning of commands and are mo…