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Marissa Taffer is a consultant, writer and strategist based in Philadelphia. She lives and works with her rescue dog Charlie, a certified therapy dog.
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Posts by Marissa Taffer
29 October 2020
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Supplements for Dog Heart Health: Are They Necessary?
Heart disease is almost as common in dogs as in humans. While it is unlikely that your dog is smoking or living on just fatty cuts of steak, there are many other things that contribute to heart dis…
28 October 2020
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Can I Train My Pup to Be a Therapy Dog?
Animal assisted therapies have become more and more popular in recent years. From therapeutic horseback riding to dogs visiting children’s hospitals many experts tout the healing power of animals…
27 October 2020
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Brushing Up on Dental Health for Dogs
Canines are known for their pearly whites—-heck, we even have a tooth named after them! They use them to destroy our favorite pair of socks, inihilate their supper, and even scare away unwanted v…
22 October 2020
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Breed Deets: Maltese Health & Wellness
Ranking in the top 40 of the American Kennel Club’s most popular breeds, the Maltese makes a great companion for many reasons. Weighing in at under 15 pounds, the Maltese is an ideal choice for a…
15 October 2020
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How Long Does It Take To Train a Dog?
If you were hoping for an easy and precise answer, sorry to disappoint but the answer to this question is a bit more complicated. If you have children, you probably know your kids (and their friend…
14 October 2020
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How To Put Your Dog On A Diet: Help Your Dog Lose Weight Effortlessly
While some people may consider overweight pups to be cute, its also in most cases very unhealthy for a dog to be carrying a few extra pounds. According to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention…
13 October 2020
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Best Foods for Your Dog’s Digestive Health
Have a pup with a…how do we say this delicately? Sensitive stomach? You may spend more of your time than you had imagined looking at their poop or concocting recipes to keep messy digestive i…
9 October 2020
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11 Indoor Dog Activities You Can Do With Your Pup
Whether it is because of bad weather or stay at home orders in your state due to coronavirus, there are many reasons why you might find yourself with a little more time indoors with your pup. As te…
7 October 2020
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7 ways to Get Rid of Your Dog’s Bad Breath
If you’ve ever been awakened by hot, smelly dog breath in your face, you aren’t alone. But, maybe you have wondered if your dog’s bad breath could be the sign of something serious. We’ve br…
6 October 2020
16 MINS READ
Economics of Pup Parenting: The Real Cost of Raising a Dog
You are thinking about getting a dog but wondering how much money it will take to get and take care of one? We’ve broken down all of the costs from supplies to healthcare so you can understand ho…