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How to Adopt a Dog
How to Adopt a Dog
How to Adopt a Dog
Table of Contents
What to Consider
What to Buy
How to Prepare
The First Week
The First Month
Training and Enrichment
What to Consider
By
Sierra M. Koester
Am I Ready to Adopt a Dog?
Dogs
By
Renee Colvert
How To Find The Right Dog For You
Dogs
By
Vanessa Salvia
How Much Exercise Does a Puppy Need?
Dogs
By
Kylie Ora Lobell
How Much Should I Play With My Puppy Each Day?
Dogs
By
Maggie Hira
What "Type" of Dog Should I Get if I Have Kids?
Dogs
By
Krissy Howard
What's the Best Kind of Dog To Get if I Already Have Pets?
Dogs
By
Maggie Hira
Breed-Specific Legislation: What Is It and How Does It Affect Me?
Dogs
What
to
Buy
By
Susan Dorling
What is a Snuffle Mat and Why Does Your Dog Need One?
Dogs
By
Sherri Telenko
Is Your Dog Shedding? Here's How To Remove Dog Hair From Everything
Dogs
By
Krissy Howard
Everything You Need to Buy for Your New Puppy
Dogs
By
Jill Layton
The Best Dog Crates in 2023
Dogs
By
Jill Layton
The Best Dog Leashes for Every Need and Breed Size
Dogs
By
Jill Layton
The Best Collars To Keep Your Dog Comfortable and Safe
Dogs
By
Jodi "Jato" Thornton
The Best Dog ID Tags in 2022
Dogs
By
Krissy Howard
Does My Dog Need a Dog Bed?
Dogs
By
Vanessa Salvia
The 8 Best Harnesses for Small Dogs
Dogs
By
Kelsey Pudloski
The Best Stainless Steel Dog Bowls are Sturdy and Sanitary
Dogs
By
Jill Layton
The Best Pet Stain Removers in 2023
Dogs
By
Sassafras Lowrey
The Best High-Value Dog Training Treats in 2023
Dogs
By
Sassafras Lowrey
The Best Wet Dog Foods in 2022
Dogs
By
Spencer Hall
Storage Containers to Keep Your Pet's Food Fresh and Secure
Dogs
By
Samantha Mannis
Top-Rated Pet Cameras for Keeping Tabs on Your Dog or Cat
Dogs
By
M. Wallace
The Best Dog Poop Bags in 2022
Dogs
By
Krissy Howard
The Best Dog Toys for Large Dogs in 2022
Dogs
By
Krissy Howard
The Best Dog Toys for Small Dogs in 2022
Dogs
How
to
Prepare
By
Kylie Ora Lobell
How Do I Know if My Dog is Microchipped?
Dogs
By
Maureen Malone
What Is the Age to Neuter Dogs?
Dogs
By
Vanessa Salvia
New Dog Checklist: Everything You Need to Buy for An Adult Dog
Dogs
By
Steve Milano
How Much Does Pet Insurance Cost?
Dogs
By
Vanessa Salvia
Should I Get Pet Insurance?
Dogs
By
Susan Paretts
When Can Puppies Start Eating Dry Puppy Food?
Dogs
The First Week
By
Sarah Jeanne Terry
How to Introduce Your Dog to a New Home
Dogs
By
Steve Milano
How Much Water Do Dogs & Cats Need?
Dogs
By
Steve Milano
How Long Before a Dog Bonds with a New Owner?
Dogs
By
Kylie Ora Lobell
Do Dogs Learn Behaviors From Other Dogs?
Dogs
By
Krissy Howard
Why Isn't My New Dog Eating Anything?
Dogs
By
Krissy Howard
Everything You Should Do During Your First Week With Your New Dog
Dogs
By
Krissy Howard
How Long Will It Take My New Dog To Warm up To Me?
Dogs
By
Sassafras Lowrey
Do All Dogs Like Walks?
Dogs
The First Month
By
Sassafras Lowrey
The Complete Guide to Puppy Teething
Dogs
By
Allegra Ringo
Do I Have to Crate Train My Dog?
Dogs
By
Susan Paretts
How to Politely Tell Strangers Not to Pet Your Dog
Dogs
By
Krissy Howard
How Long Can You Leave a Dog Home Alone?
Dogs
By
Sassafras Lowrey
How to Find the Right Groomer For Your Dog's Needs
Dogs
By
Liv Healy
6 Dog Behavior Myths, Busted by a Certified Dog Trainer
Dogs
By
Krissy Howard
Do Dogs' Sleeping Positions Really Mean Anything?
Dogs
By
Sassafras Lowrey
Dogs Don't "Fake it": How to Tell When Your Dog is in Pain
Dogs
By
Sassafras Lowrey
How to Tell When Your Dog is Saying "No"
Dogs
Training and Enrichment
By
Kayleigh Roberts
Certified Trainer Reviewed
The Beginner's Guide to Clicker Training
Dogs
By
Sarah Jeanne Terry
Certified Trainer Reviewed
How To Potty Train A Puppy
Dogs
By
Krissy Howard
Certified Trainer Reviewed
How to Stop a Dog From Peeing on the Couch
Dogs
By
Krissy Howard
Certified Trainer Reviewed
What Is Positive Reinforcement Training?
Dogs
By
Krissy Howard
Certified Trainer Reviewed
How Do I Train a Dog Who Isn't Food Motivated?
Dogs
By
Krissy Howard
Certified Trainer Reviewed
How to Train Your Dog to Stop Barking at the Door
Dogs
By
Krissy Howard
Certified Trainer Reviewed
How to Leash Train Your Dog
Dogs
By
Lisa McQuerrey
Certified Trainer Reviewed
How to Use Puppy Potty Training Pads
Dogs
By
Cassie Pestana
The Quickest Way to Stop Puppy Biting
Dogs
By
Vanessa Salvia
Certified Trainer Reviewed
How to Crate Train a Puppy
Dogs
By
Susan Dorling
Certified Trainer Reviewed
How to Train a Dog to Greet Politely
Dogs
By
Liv Healy
How to Choose a Qualified Dog Trainer
Dogs
By
Cassie Pestana
How to Train a Dog to Stay
Dogs
By
Cassie Pestana
What to Do if Your Dog Has Separation Anxiety
Dogs
By
Sassafras Lowrey
Teaching Dogs & Puppies to be Comfortable Home Alone
Dogs
By
Olivia Healy
Breed-Specific Enrichment: What Is It and How Can I Use It in My Dog’s Life?
Dogs
By
Katie Avagliano
Enrichment Activities For Dogs Who Aren’t Food-Motivated
Dogs
By
Sassafras Lowrey
What are Aversives, and Why Shouldn’t You Use Them?
Dogs