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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   The leash is a helpful tool for any dog owner. Clipping one on allows you step outside with your dog and explore the world sa...

Carrie Pallardy Source   Why stop at the basics? Training your dog doesn’t have to end after you have mastered commands like sit, stay, and come. ...

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...

  I wasn’t a dog person so to speak before I met my dog Ned. This is how we met: when I was in law school in Chicago, I went to a shelter in Jolie...

  I had been looking for the right dog for a long time. And then during the pandemic, I got a lot more serious about it. Looking all over the Chic...

We interviewed Eileen From Chicago, USA with his dog, Watson Belvedere!     Tell us about Watson Belvedere! Watson is a sensitive, ...

  Sit and stay are the foundation of training your dog. While these are relatively simple commands, they require a good deal of time and patience...

Carrie Pallardy Source   Does your dog come when you call? Reliable recall is an essential part of training your pet. You want to know your dog ...