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How Much Dog Hair Do We Accidentally Eat? What Science Actually Says
If you share your life with a dog, chances are you’ve found fur in places no fur should ever be. Coffee cups. Sandwiches. Lip balm. The inside of your mouth five seconds after you swore you just cleaned the house. It’s a running joke among dog owners: we must eat pounds of dog hair every year. But is that actually…
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Myth Busted: Do Dogs Lift Their Legs to Pee for Dominence?
For decades, dog owners have been told that male dogs lift their legs to assert dominance over other dogs — or even their humans. The truth, according to modern behavior science, is more about communication than control. What Leg-Lifting Really Means Dogs lift their legs primarily to mark territory with urine. By elevating their urine, they leave scent higher on…
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You Bought the Right Dog Food – But Is Storage Quietly Ruining It?
Dog parents put real thought into what goes into their dog’s bowl. Hours of label reading. Switching proteins for sensitive stomachs. Choosing senior formulas, limited-ingredient diets, fresh food subscriptions, or carefully balanced kibble that fits a dog’s age, breed, and health needs. Often at a higher cost — and sometimes after trial, error, and stress. What’s easy to overlook is…
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Myth Busted: Does Playing Tug Make Dogs Aggressive?
A long-standing dog training warning claims tug games create aggression, but modern behaviour science and decades of real-world training experience tell a very different story. Playing tug with your dog has been blamed for everything from dominance issues to future biting, yet trainers and behaviourists now say the fear is largely misplaced. But with structure and clear rules, tug is…
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A Family-Run Las Vegas Trainer Is Helping Dogs Stay in Their Homes
There’s no shortage of dog trainers in Las Vegas. You can find them in strip malls, on social media, in brightly colored uniforms promising quick fixes. But step foot onto the property of Norton Dog Training, and you’ll immediately feel something different. This isn’t a chain. It’s not corporate. And it’s certainly not impersonal. Norton Dog Training is a deeply…
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A Christmas Morning Call to Give Back – For the Animals Who Need It Most
Christmas morning is often filled with warmth, family, and quiet moments of gratitude. It’s also a powerful time to extend that spirit beyond our own homes — especially to animals who are still waiting for safety, care, and a second chance. This holiday, Southern Nevada Trapping Team and Rescue is offering a meaningful way to turn generosity into immediate impact.…
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Myth Busted: Can All Dogs Swim?
For decades, dog owners have been told to trust instinct — that if a dog falls into water, it will simply swim. Veterinarians and canine behavior experts now say that assumption is dangerously wrong. While many dogs paddle reflexively, not all can swim safely, and some face a genuine drowning risk within minutes. Can All Dogs Swim? The short answer…
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Foster for the Holidays – Give a Shelter Pet a Home (and a break) This Season
Because dogs don’t argue politics at the dinner table — and cats definitely won’t judge your gift-wrapping skills. This holiday season, The Animal Foundation is inviting the Las Vegas community to open their homes (even briefly) through its Foster for the Holidays program, running now through December 31. It’s a simple, meaningful way to help shelter pets experience comfort, calm,…
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Double the Cheer – Heaven Can Wait’s $20,000 Holiday Match Is Still On
The season of giving just got even sweeter for local cats and dogs. Heaven Can Wait Animal Society has announced a $20,000 holiday donation match, made possible by a generous anonymous donor. From December 17 through December 31, every dollar donated is matched — instantly doubling your impact for animals across the Las Vegas Valley. About Heaven Can Wait Animal…
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Pups and Cups Coffee Co Is Turning Every Cup Into a Chance to Save a Life
Pups and Cups Coffee Co was built for dogs first. Coffee just happens to be the vehicle. The mobile coffee trailer exists for one purpose above all else: giving shelter and rescue dogs a louder voice in a city where too many are overlooked, mistreated, or running out of time. Founded by Jordan Haas, a young local dog lover whose…
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