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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
1 October 2020
13 MINS READ
To the Rescue: Tips to Find and Adopt the Right Dog for You
So, you’re looking to add a new member to your family and #adoptdontshop is your priority. You don’t think you want a young puppy and are looking for an older dog. You start looking at local sh…
30 September 2020
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10 Ways to Enjoy the Outdoors with Your Dog this Fall
Temperatures are slowly dropping, which means for longer, more comfortable excursions outdoors. Many of us are scrambling to squeeze the last drop out of summer, but fall too has great potential wh…
29 September 2020
12 MINS READ
How Much Exercise Does My Dog Actually Need?
Exercise or extra fries? Whether you love it or hate it, if you have a dog you will likely be getting plenty of it! Walking for miles and hours of tossing the ball are probably regular occurrences …
17 September 2020
7 MINS READ
Dog Aggression and Reactivity: Does Breed Matter?
Anyone who has ever owned a Pitt Bull or Rottweiler will probably tell you about the countless times mothers have clutched their children or people have crossed the street to avoid walking by them….
15 September 2020
4 MINS READ
Got a Prescription for a Pup? Learn How to Train an Emotional Support Dog
For people with certain mental health conditions like chronic anxiety, an emotional support animal may be uniquely qualified to help them gain confidence and provide them with much needed comfort. …
24 August 2020
9 MINS READ
What to Do with Your Dog in an Emergency. How to Prepare Your Pup and Keep Them Safe
House fires, flooding, and power outages can be devastating to you and your family. When that family includes a four-legged best friend it is important to take extra steps to ensure everyone knows …
10 August 2020
5 MINS READ
Is Chicken Good for Dogs? Getting to the Meat of the Matter.
It’s no secret that dogs love meat. As a pet owner, you may see many different types of dog food made with different proteins. If you’ve ever wondered why this is, you are not alone. Some dogs …
28 July 2020
3 MINS READ
Hot Dog! How to Tell if Your Pup is Overheated
Before you head out for some summer fun with your pup, make sure you do a quick weather forecast check. If it going to be a hot and humid day, you will want to take some precautions. By now you pro…
14 July 2020
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Help! My Dog is Misbehaving After Time in Quarantine!
In the middle of March, the world began to shut down to slow the spread of COVID-19. People moved their offices home, restaurants, and non-life-sustaining businesses shut down. Our dogs rejoiced! T…
9 July 2020
3 MINS READ
Drink Up, Pup: Healthy Hydration Tips for Dogs
At Ollie, we are big believers in healthy hydration. We have taught you how to make sure your pup is getting enough water, and how to know if your pup is drinking too much water. Since temperatures…