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4th of July Pet Safety Alert!
As we approach the Fourth of July, it's essential to remember that this holiday can be stressful and dangerous for our beloved pets....

Dallas Dog
Jul 3, 2024


Urgent Appeal: Help Save Calvin Klein and Wrangler from Parvo
We come to you today with heavy hearts and an urgent plea for help. Our beloved pups, Calvin Klein and Wrangler are fighting for their...

Dallas Dog
May 1, 2024


Make a Difference: Foster with Dallas Dog
At Dallas Dog, there is a group of extraordinary canines eagerly awaiting their chance to find their forever homes. Many of our large...

Dallas Dog
Feb 15, 2024


Winter Pet Safety Tips
Winter is officially here, and it's essential to ensure you're prepared to keep your pet safe while the temperatures plummet. Cold winter...

Dallas Dog
Dec 11, 2023


Halloween Pet Safety Tips
October is a time for spooky fun and Halloween celebrations! As you prepare for this exciting holiday, it's important to keep safety in...

Dallas Dog
Oct 29, 2023


The Power of Patience and Trust When Fostering Rescued Dogs
At Dallas Dog, we are faced daily with the challenges of last-chance saves. These are the dogs that are rescued just before they face...

Dallas Dog
Jul 10, 2023


Socialization…Why It Is A Lifetime Process
You have probably all heard the blanket statement, "Make sure you socialize your puppy!" Or even professionals who create puppy socials...

Jennifer Caves
Jun 20, 2023


Crafting the Perfect Pet Profile: Finding Forever Homes for Foster Dogs
Whether you're showcasing foster dogs on your own website, social media platforms, or pet adoption websites, a well-crafted pet profile...

Dallas Dog
Jun 2, 2023


Understanding Reactive Dogs: A Path to Positive Change
Our beloved dogs bring immense joy to our lives, but there are times when they struggle with their own challenges. Reactivity, manifested...

Dallas Dog
May 18, 2023


How to Keep Your Pets Safe While Driving
A special thank you to Natalie from Mr. Wood's class for suggesting this blog topic! Travel season is here, and as pet owners gear up for...

Dallas Dog
May 2, 2023


Tips for Taking Long Drives with Your Dog
Information for this Blog Post Provided By: Compare the Market.com Whether you’re planning a short trip to the lake, or an out of state...

Dallas Dog
Apr 19, 2023


Protecting Your Furry Friends: A Comprehensive List of Toxic Plants to Avoid
Are you a pet owner looking to add some greenery to your home? Before you head to the nursery, make sure you check out this list from the...

Dallas Dog
Apr 4, 2023


Ways to Treat Your Dog's Nausea
Anyone can feel nauseous from the food they consume or a medication's adverse effects. If you've ever had that sensation, you know that...

Dallas Dog
Jan 5, 2023


Heartworm Preventative & Its Importance
Today let’s talk about heartworm preventative. Heartworms are becoming a bigger and bigger problem in our area. Heartworm prevention must...

Dallas Dog
Dec 22, 2022


The Importance of Microchipping Your Pets
We all love our furry four-legged family members and want the best for them, especially when it comes to health and safety. Microchipping...

Dallas Dog
Dec 21, 2022


7 Stress-Free Road Trip Tips for Traveling With Your Dogs This Holiday Season
According to pet travel statistics, 84.4% of dog travelers prefer to use cars to transport their companions. If you’re a new pet parent...

Dallas Dog
Dec 15, 2022


Don't Return Them, Learn Them
Guest Blog by Jennifer Caves Pendleton, M.Psy, CGC, Canine-Human Educator for REAL Animal Sanctuary and Behavioral Solutions Part of our...

Jennifer Caves
Oct 26, 2022


Preventing Resource Guarding
Guest Blog by Jennifer Caves Pendleton, M.Psy, CGC, Canine-Human Educator for REAL Animal Sanctuary and Behavioral Solutions Resource...

Jennifer Caves
Oct 26, 2022


Socialization…Why It Is A Lifetime Process
Guest Blog by Jennifer Caves Pendleton, M.Psy, CGC, Canine-Human Educator for REAL Animal Sanctuary and Behavioral Solutions You have...

Jennifer Caves
Aug 26, 2022


Puppy Development and Of Course the Science!
Nothing is quite as adorable as a puppy, right? Maybe a kitten? That's an age old debate of dogs vs cats, we don't want to get into that...

Jennifer Caves
Jul 21, 2022


PET EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS PLAN
Currently, North and Central Texas is under a Red Flag Warning. I can’t emphasize enough how important it is to have a wildfire...

Patti Dawson
Jul 19, 2022


Creating a Zen Den
Are you a foster or adopter who needs some guidance in this? Feeling like all you do is correct your puppy or dog? Just looking for fun,...

Jennifer Caves
Jul 14, 2022


Summer Safety for Dogs
Guest Blog by Jennifer Caves Pendleton, M.Psy, CGC, Canine-Human Educator for REAL Animal Sanctuary and Behavioral Solutions Here in...

Jennifer Caves
Jul 13, 2022


The 3 P’s
Patience, Progressive Phases & Positive Reinforcement Guest Blog by Jennifer Caves Pendleton, M.Psy, CGC, Canine-Human Educator for REAL...

Patti Dawson
Jun 8, 2022


Education vs Training: Making the Mental Shift
Guest Blog by Jennifer Caves Pendleton, M.Psy, CGC, Canine-Human Educator for REAL Animal Sanctuary and Behavioral Solutions Dog training...

Jennifer Caves
Jun 1, 2022


Welcome Biggs to Dallas Dog!
Welcome Biggs into the rescue!! Dallas Dog has just taken in this adorable boxer mix puppy. He arrived yesterday all because a foster...

Dallas Dog
May 31, 2022


Moving Away From Labels
Guest Blog by Jennifer Caves, M.Psy, CGC, Canine-Human Educator for REAL Animal Sanctuary and Behavioral Solutions Let's talk L-A-B-E-L-S...

Jennifer Caves
May 24, 2022


The Science of Fear: What that means for you and your dog
Guest Blog by Jennifer Caves Pendleton, M.Psy, CGC, Canine-Human Educator for REAL Animal Sanctuary and Behavioral Solutions Fear in Dogs...

Jennifer Caves
Apr 7, 2022


How Can I Be An Effective Foster?
Guest blog by: Dawn Day, Owner/Trainer of A Pawsitive Dawg Taking that first step…volunteering to foster…puts you on the road to helping...
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Feb 28, 2022


Tips and Tools Setting Behavioral Goals for both the Humans and the Animals in Your Home.
Sharing to help DogRRR Nation stay on track with behavioral goals for humans and the animals we are responsible for. One of the elements...

Patti Dawson
Feb 28, 2022


Fostering a Puppy with Parvo
February 5, 2022 How We Care for a Puppy with Parvo This week, puppies in our care broke with Parvo and we started the long and scary...

Patti Dawson
Feb 7, 2022


Puppy Fosters, Please Read!
What is Parvo and what do I need to do to prevent it for my Foster puppies? Parvo is a deadly virus. It lives in fecal matter. If it gets...

Patti Dawson
Feb 4, 2022
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