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Marissa Taffer

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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Do Dogs Really Resemble Their Humans?

Have you ever seen a person walking a dog who looks eerily like them? Maybe is a tall lean brunette walking a brown standard poodle? Or was it a light-haired blue-eyed young man walking a tan Pitbu…

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How Smart Is Your Dog?

You know there are many working dogs out there who help find drugs and bombs, support people with medical conditions so they have more freedom and independence, but you may have wondered how smart …

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Is Your Dog Lonely? How You Can Tell

Does your dog look a little disappointed when you put on your shoes or grab your keys to leave and it’s clear they won’t be heading out with you? It’s normal for your pup to look a li…

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Signs it’s Time to Change Your Dog’s Diet

The beginning of the year brings New Year’s resolutions for many pet parents. These might include taking more walks with your pup, eating healthier, and even shedding a few pounds. But what a…

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10 Breeds That Thrive in Cold and Snowy Weather

If you’re looking for a companion who will join you for a frolic in the snow or participate in winter sports like skijoring (where a dog pulls a person on skis) look no further than these 10 bree…

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Signs Your Dog is Bored (and How to Help!)

As a pet parent, you want your dog to have a wonderful and happy life. Unless you have the luxury of being a stay-at-home dog parent, your pup will likely spend some time alone and you might not be…

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Is an American Pit Bull Right for You?

American Pit Bull Terriers (APT) are one of the most polarizing dog breeds. Currently, this breed is recognized by the United Kennel Club as a member of the Terrier group, but it is not recognized …

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8 Smart Home Products for Dogs

With Siri, Alexa, and Google controlling our homes (and let’s face it the majority of our lives) you might wonder if your pets can benefit from some of these smart home features and advances in t…

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Should I Spay or Neuter My Dog? What to Consider

There are many reasons why pet parents who aren’t seriously considering breeding their dogs should think about spay or neuter surgery. We looked at all of the pros and cons of spaying and neuteri…

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A Brief History of Dog Food

Dogs have been man’s best friend for hundreds of years, but specialty dog food is a relatively new phenomenon. Learn about the history of commercial dog food, where specialty diets came on the ma…

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