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Walk into any pet store and prepare to have your wallet attacked by cute dog accessories. The marketing works too well: that adorable sweater, those light-up collars, the bed that costs more than your own sheets. But here’s what nobody tells you about buying dog stuff.

Most dog owners make the same expensive mistakes over and over again. They buy accessories that look great but don’t actually help their dogs, or worse, cause problems nobody saw coming.

1. Falling for Pretty Things That Don’t Work

Those sparkly collars covered in rhinestones look amazing in the store but terrible after one muddy walk. Decorative accessories break easily and often irritate dogs’ skin with rough edges or cheap materials that cause allergic reactions.

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Bathing your dog is not just a mere vanity issue; it is an essential part of your pet’s care. Even though getting your dog groomed by a professional is useful, it is crucial to know how you can groom your dog at home to avoid spending time and money and stressing your dog. Whether starting with the brush or switching between brushes and clippers for the head and body, specialized grooming areas and methods are not a mystery. When done right and with the proper equipment, it will not only be fun, but when approached correctly, it can be a bonding activity. It is also good for newcomers to know that there is equipment, such as dog harnesses, to facilitate the process and ensure safety when taking care of the pet, bathing, or handling an active breed.

Getting to the Nitty Gritty – The Importance of Grooming

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Welcoming your dog to the world of day care can be an exciting and overwhelming moment. Doggy day care provides and amazing opportunity for your dog to socialize pay around and use its excess energy. As a pet parent, you want the best for the canine friend. You want to make sure it is receiving enough care, socialization and fun even when you are away. Therefore, choosing the right day care and preparing your friend is paramount. It will make the transition easier for the dog and give you peace of mind. The following are simple things to do to prepare your dog for its first day in a day care.

– Research

Before you choose a day care, it is vital to research first. Begin with knowing what a good dog day care should have. A facility should have a safe and clean environment for your dog. The environment …

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