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08/02/2025

Murphdog Magazine is a must-read fo expert canine advice

All parents figure out sooner or later, preferably sooner, that it’s a juggling act to know when to be a parent and when to be a friend—when to be a disciplinarian and when to be supportive and encouraging. The most[...]

05/02/2025

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Having a companion dog means never being alone. Not only can walking a dog make someone feel less detached, but it can also be a way to meet other people. Petting a dog causes our brain to release endorphins, creating[...]

05/02/2025

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You can’t leave it up to the pup to know what to do and when to do it. A puppy only knows how to be a puppy and what it learned from its canine mom, littermates, possibly other household dogs,[...]

05/02/2025

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One of the most frustrating behavioral problems families with dogs face is chewing. All puppies go through a period of chewing, especially when teething, around four to six (4 to 6) months of age. Chewing can be controlled, redirected, and[...]

05/02/2025

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Does your dog get car sick and vomit in the car? Does he pant or salivate? Does she shake or whine? To some of us, just saying “car sick” conjures memories or thoughts of how awful that feeling can be. As a child, I always got car sick and still do if I sit in the back seat. Dogs suffer from thi...

05/02/2025

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Being a good pet parent means being a loving, caring pet parent. Some of this advice is basic and obvious, and you will think, “I know that.” Of course, you do, but despite knowing that, working our busy schedules can[...]

05/02/2025

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THE ONLY PLACE TO GO FOR EXPERT CANINE ADVICE

All parents figure out sooner or later, preferably sooner, that it’s a juggling act to know when to be a parent and when to be a friend—when to be a disciplinarian and when to be supportive and encouraging. The most[...]

04/02/2025

MURPHDOG MAGAZINE More than sit/stay!

Expert advice from Canine Expert Jenna Robbins

HEAT Think about the overwhelming heat you feel when you first get in your car after it has been parked in the sun. No matter how many times we hear a warning not to leave our dogs in the[...]

04/02/2025

MURPHDOG MAGAZINE More than sit/stay!

Expert advice from Canine Expert Jenna Robbins

Many pet parents, as well as many trainers, use treats held over the dog’s head to get the desired results. The dog will sit, and the treat is immediately given to the dog. Repeating this action over and over will[...]

10/04/2024

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05/02/2023

VEGAN! YES, my dogs and I are going VEGAN!!!

The Murphdogs (my dogs) are going Vegan! That’s right! VEGAN! This is a personal choice; not one I am pushing on any pet parent. It’s simply my choice for

26/12/2022

Grooming is a practice that should begin as soon as a puppy/dog is brought into your home. It is very important to get your dog used to being touched around his/her face, mouth, paws, tail, ears, and belly.

Grooming is a practice that should begin as soon as a puppy/dog is brought into your home. It is very important to get your dog used to being touched around his

26/12/2022

When people think of little dogs, they think of cute, baby, sweet, innocent, and less work. Little dogs can have big issues; so I want to talk about some of those issues and clear the air about “little dogs are so much easier."

When people think of little dogs, they think of cute, baby, sweet, innocent, and less work. Little dogs can have big issues; so I want to talk about some of those issues and clear the air about “little dogs are so much easier." In some ways, they definitely are easier to handle and care for,

26/12/2022

I thought it would be interesting to share some of the dog training methods used by pet parents on the advice of the internet, dog seller/breeder, and well-meaning dog lover, that may work for a short time but most likely will backfire in the long run.

The following three methods that totally go against professional dog training, pertain to "house training."

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I thought it would be interesting to share some of the dog training methods used by pet parents on the advice of the internet, dog seller/breeder, and well-mean

22/12/2022

What is the meaning of “Dog Propensity”? Propensity is the tendency to behave in a certain way. In other words, the tendency to do the thing we do. “Dangerous Propensity” is the tendency of a dog to bite without provocation. If your dog is aggressive or considered reactive toward, children, adults, other dogs or household pets, he is dangerous.

What is the meaning of “Dog Propensity”? Propensity is the tendency to behave in a certain way. In other words, the tendency to do the thing we do. “Dange

22/12/2022

Your dog is not a Christmas tree! I can't believe I feel the need to say that. However, through personal experience and searching the internet, I have seen dogs completely wrapped in holiday paper with instructions available on how to do this, as well as dogs with Christmas bells around their necks and Christmas lights strewn around their bodies.

Your dog is not a Christmas tree! I can't believe I feel the need to say that. However, through personal experience and searching the internet, I have seen d

10/12/2022

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10/12/2022

Just as most couples prefer to “plan ahead,” for their anticipated parenthood; it is best to plan ahead before your take on the responsibility of a Puppy/Older Dog/Rescued Dog. No matter what age, origin, breed, s*x, size, color, training or history, he or she wants and needs love, companionship, protection, food, shelter, toys, grooming, training, playtime, veterinary care, and socialization.

Just as most couples prefer to “plan ahead,” for their anticipated parenthood; it is best to plan ahead before your take on the responsibility of a Puppy/Ol