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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
22 December 2021
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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…
21 December 2021
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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…
17 December 2021
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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…
15 December 2021
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14 Lessons We Can Learn from Our Dogs
Ask anyone who has ever owned a dog, and they will tell you that their dog has taught them many valuable life lessons. Today we look at 14 of the best lessons we’ve learned from our dogs, and how…
14 December 2021
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The Science of Bonding with Our Dogs
We’ve all heard the expression, “man’s best friend” when it comes to our dogs, but did you know there is science behind the bond between humans and their canine companions. We looked at the…
7 December 2021
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Tips for Training Your Food-Motivated Dog
Is your dog the type who lives to eat? Having a food-motivated dog has many advantages when it comes to training. These dogs can be easy to engage and reward for a job well done. Even if your dog w…
3 December 2021
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10 Healthy Foods to Fill Your Dog’s Kong Toy
Stuffing a toy like a Kong or something similar can be a great way to keep your dog occupied for hours. While there are many reasons that veterinarians discourage practices like free feeding and mi…
24 November 2021
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Holiday Food Safe for Dogs
Holiday foods are meant to be shared with loved ones, and that includes your dog. Spread cheer with these safe table foods for dogs.
3 November 2021
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Can Dogs Experience PTSD?
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a psychological condition that can impact people who have survived war, trauma, assault, abuse, or any stressful event. But did you know dogs can also suffe…
25 October 2021
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What is Human-Grade Dog Food? The Full Guide
You’re reading the label on a bag of dog food, and “human-grade” catches your eye. It sounds premium, but what does it actually mean—and is it worth the higher price tag? Human-…