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Summer is winding down, the mornings are getting a little cooler, and September is right around the corner. The back-to-school season is an exciting time full of new teachers, new friends, and new possibilities. It also means changes for your four-legged family members.

Changes to your pet’s daily schedule can cause abnormal behavior, new habits, and even depression. Getting your kids ready for school may already be a handful, but don’t forget to prepare your canine and feline family members as well!

Here are FIVE ways to help your pets transition into the fall season.

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Summer is in full swing, and we’re back with our annual tradition – the DogWatch Summer Reading List for Dog Lovers. Since 2010, we’ve been sharing the latest and greatest novels, memoirs, adventure tales, kids’ books, poetry collections, and more titles all about our favorite subject – DOGS!

This year, to mark the 15th anniversary of our Summer Reading List for Dog Lovers, we’re rounding up our 15 favorite books from years’ past. Check out our list below!

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The sun is up, the weather is warm, and the ocean, lake, or river is calling your name! There are few summer activities that rival hitting the water on an idyllic summer day. A beach, lake, or river trip is fun for every family member, and that can include four-legged family members.

However, if you plan on bringing your dog along, there are a few things to consider. Follow this guide to ensure that you (and your pup) have the best day ever!

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Three million adoptable dogs enter shelters across the United States each year, making overpopulation a serious issue. Unfortunately, this means many lost, abandoned, rescued, or stray pets who find their way to a shelter are in danger of euthanasia to combat the staggering overpopulation.

These pets are patiently waiting to meet their new families and receive a second chance at life! Opening your home to a rescue dog comes with several benefits, some you may have never even considered.

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