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Understanding the Buzz About CBD for Dogs Recreational marijuana is legal in Illinois, effective Jan. 1, 2020, according to the Chicago Tribune. This is big news for people, but pet owners already have the option to buy CBD-based products for their dogs. What should pet parents know before jumping feet (and paws) first into this major trend? What is CBD? CBD, which stands for cannabidiol, is a compound extracted from the cannabis plant. Unlike the compound THC, CBD is not psychoactive, according to PetMD. In other words, CBD will not get your dog high. Instead, CBD is getting so much...

How Often Should You Groom Your Dog? Grooming is an important responsibility for all pet owners. Dogs may not be people, but they still need their hair, nails, ears, and teeth taken care of on a regular basis. Learn more about making a grooming schedule for your pup. Fur Care Proper care for a dog’s fur can vary widely depending on the breed. Some dogs, like vizslas, have short fur that doesn’t require trimming. Others breeds, like the Maltese, have long, fluffy hair that requires frequent cuts and brushing. If your dog needs regular haircuts, every six to eight weeks...

Different Ways to Integrate Your Dog into Your Exercise Routine Physical exercise is an important part of living a healthy lifestyle, whether you have four feet or two. More than half of dog owners (64 percent) reach approximately 150 minutes of exercise each week just by walking their pets, according to Inverse. Walking around the neighborhood is one of the easiest ways to get some physical activity for you and your dog, but there are other ways to make your dog a part of your regular workouts.   Running If you like to run or jog, whether as prep for...

Decoding Your Dog’s Personality People have distinct personalities, and it is obvious to any pet owner that our dogs also have individual personalities. We can take the Myers-Briggs test to gain insight into how we interact with others and make decisions, but understanding canine characteristics can be trickier. Thankfully, researchers have done a lot of work to understand what is going on behind those soulful eyes. Personality in the DNA German Shepherds are loyal, vizslas stick to their people like Velcro, and cocker spaniels are playful. Dog breeds are often associated with their behavior as much as their physical appearance....

 4 Things to Know About Dog Intelligence We all want to believe our dogs are smart. Every time they learn a new trick or sense that we need some extra affection, we laud them as geniuses. While there is nothing wrong with celebrating your dog’s quick wit and emotional intuition, there are objective measures of dog intelligence. Is your dog truly a four-footed Einstein, or are you blinded by puppy love?   Signs of Intelligence Intelligence can be reflected in a number of different ways. Just like people, dogs will have varying personalities and skills. PetMD lists some common...