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Shock Collar For Dogs: 8 Things To Know Including Pros, Cons & How To Train

Whether you have a pup with a penchant for persistent barking or you’d like to train your dog to stay in the yard, you may have considered a shock collar (aka electronic collar, e-collar, or remote training collar). As with any method of behavior modification, there are pros and cons. Ultimately, it’s up to you to choose the method that works best for you and your pup, so we’ve laid out the facts to help you decide.

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5 Best Dog Bark Collars For Small, Medium, Large, & Stubborn Dogs

Does nearly everything set your dog off into a barking frenzy? While some barking is a normal way for our furry friends to communicate with us, many dogs develop a problem with inappropriate or excessive barking. If you’re at your wit’s end, using a bark collar along with proper training may be just what the doctor ordered for your peace of mind. We’ve researched dozens of no-bark collars and give you our top picks to help you narrow down your choices.

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7 Best Dog Grooming Clippers: For Home Use, Professional, Cordless & More

Not all dog breeds require regular clipping, but for those that do, professional grooming can easily break your budget. Fortunately, several high-quality dog clippers on the market can make home grooming a breeze. We’ve researched dozens of products and give you our top picks for your pup’s frequent or even occasional clipping needs.

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Best Smart Dog Collar: Fi vs Whistle vs Tractive vs FitBark vs Halo 2+ vs SpotOn vs Invoxia & More

Are you looking for a smart collar for your dog? Smart collars have a variety of features such as GPS tracking, health monitoring, and activity tracking. Some combine all these features in one collar, while others focus more on your dog’s fitness (like a FitBit for dogs). The collar’s device connects to an app on your smartphone, where you can monitor your pup’s activity. We’ve delved into the best smart collars on the market and give you our top picks here in our smart dog collar reviews.

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Best Dog Boots And Coats For Winter (To Keep Your Pup Warm)

The first winter after adopting my Coonhound mix, I let her outside to go potty. I kept a close eye on her because I knew it was cold out, and I didn’t want her outside for too long. After she went potty, she took several steps and stopped moving altogether. Lifting two of her legs, she was clearly struggling with the extreme coldness on her paw pads. I hollered for my husband, who ran outside to carry her back in. A minute later, I searched for the best dog boots for snow so she could go outside more comfortably during frigid winter temperatures.

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Best Herding Ball For Dogs & More Toys To Keep Your Herding Breed Engaged

Herding dogs such as Aussies, Border Collies, and Corgis have a major behavioral trait in common that’s not surprising given their breed class name — the strong inherent drive to herd. If you don’t have a livestock farm, the challenge of having a herding breed as a furry family member is satisfying this instinctual nature to keep them happy. Herding breeds and many herding mixes have certain playtime needs to keep them stimulated and ultimately well-behaved family pets. Herding balls can help satisfy some of their requirements, but you’ll also want to keep a variety of indoor toys on hand for these intelligent dogs. We share your best toy options and herding balls (Jolly Pets and Race&Herd) to keep your high-energy pup physically and mentally engaged.

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Best GPS Dog Collar: Garmin Astro Vs Alpha Vs Trackimo Vs Tractive Vs Halo Vs SpotOn & More

Want to take your dog hiking with you off-leash? Or do you have a Houdini hound at your home? A Global Positioning System (GPS) dog collar or tracking device could be just what you need. These tools allow you to keep track of your dog’s location and where she’s heading via tracking technology located in a device on their collar. Learn more in our best GPS dog collar review.

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Best Dog Activity Monitor: FitBark vs Whistle vs Halo Collar 3 vs Tractive vs SpotOn & More

I love tracking my activity with my Apple Watch. Not only does it hold me accountable to move, but it can also give insights into my health, including calories burned and more. Technology has come a long way for pets now, too!

Our dog can now get in on the activity-tracking fun also (think Fitbit or Apple Watch for dogs). We use it to track his whereabouts, but it’s also fun to see how many steps he’s taking to keep him healthy. There are various options to pick from, but I wanted to share these top-rated options and our personal experiences that helped us make our selections.

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Best Dog Toys For 2024: 13 Top Picks For Puppies, Chewers & More

Keep your furry friend entertained with our picks for the best dog toys. We’ve got top options for super chewers, fetchers, brainiacs, teething puppies, and more. As a dog owner, it’s essential to understand the physical benefits of exercise for your pets and the intellectual benefits of your interaction with them. Toys are a great way to provide this mental stimulation while also spending time with your dog and strengthening the bond you have. So let’s find out the top 12 best toys for dogs (plus a bonus pick for puppies).

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Kong Dog Toys Review: 9+ Options For Endless, Durable Fun

If you’ve been a dog owner for a while, you’ve very likely heard of or have even purchased a Kong for your pup. Kong has been a leading manufacturer of fun, interactive and extremely durable toys for decades. We’re big fans of Kong products ourselves and want to share our reviews of some their most popular toys, treats and other products to help you keep your dog happy and mentally stimulated…

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7 Best Dog Raincoats: Hooded, Waterproof, Reversible & More

Have you ever seen a dog wearing a raincoat? It’s an undeniably cute sight. For pet owners who live in areas with wet, sloshy weather, dog rain jackets are more than just a fashion choice. Dogs need to go outside rain or shine, which sometimes means getting wet from the elements. Raincoats for dogs are quite helpful to keep pups warm and dry when outside in cool or damp weather. Waterproof coats are an excellent choice, and there are plenty of options to consider when picking out a raincoat for your pup.

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Best Dog Subscription Box 2024: Pet Treater vs BarkBox vs PupBox vs PupJoy vs Bullymake & More

Dog subscription box services are a great solution to having plenty of toys, treats, and health items on hand for your pup delivered to your door each month. Yes, similar to monthly subscription clubs for humans, you can get doggie boxes delivered to your home every month, too. Learn more in our best dog subscription box review.

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