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Discover the challenges of brushing your dog's teeth and learn how to overcome them with this comprehensive guide from Sparky Steps, your trusted Chicago-based dog walking company. Find out how often you should brush your dog's teeth and why proper dental hygiene is crucial for their overall health. Embrace the responsibility of caring for your furry friend's dental needs and contribute to their long-lasting happiness and well-being.

Carrie Pallardy Source   Whether you are bringing home a puppy or an adult dog, proper socialization is an essential part of your training process...

Carrie Pallardy   Accidents in the house are a normal part of having a puppy, but dog owners eagerly await the day when they can leave behind the ...

Carrie Pallardy   Dogs, like people, need their own safe space. A crate can be a quiet refuge for your dog, but you need to train your dog to int...

Carrie Pallardy Source   One of the best parts of having a dog is stepping outside and stretching your legs together. You and your leashed pup c...

Carrie Pallardy Source   The Portuguese Water Dog might not be as a big of a name as a Golden Retriever or a Cocker Spaniel in the canine world, ...

Carrie Pallardy Source   “West Highland white terrier” is quite the mouthful for a dog breed. The name belongs to a small, stout group of dogs wi...

Carrie Pallardy Source   Rhodesian Ridgebacks are sometimes mistaken for Vizslas. Both breeds have similar close, burnished coats of copper and ...

Carrie Pallardy Source   From afar, you might confuse a Newfoundland for a small bear. These enormous dogs have long, shaggy coats on top of the...

Carrie Pallardy   Source   If you are a fan of classic Disney movies, you might recognize Sherlock Holmes’s dog from “The Great Mouse Detective”...

We interviewed Alyssa Lynch From Texas, USA with her dog, Herbie!   Tell us about Herbie! "Herbie is a 6 year old terrier mix who lo...

Carrie Pallardy   Source   Lassie is high on the list of famous dogs, starring in a long-running TV show and several movies. Throughout her long-r...