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All dogs need exercise to promote both mental and physical health. However, most owners aren’t sure if their dogs get the right amount or even how much they need. The amount of exercise your dog requires can vary drastically depending on breed, age, weight, and even pre-existing conditions. A couple of laps in your neighborhood might be sufficient exercise for some four-legged family members, but some dogs require much, much more.

Here’s a run-down of 10 types of dogs and their specific exercise requirements.

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It’s the most wonderful time of the year! The Holiday season is full of lights, laughs, delicious meals, and also, potential dangers for your four-legged family members. Whether it’s food and holiday treats, festive decorations, or houses full of people and parties, there’s plenty of precautions you need to take to keep your pets safe.

Here’s how to navigate the end-of-the-year madness!
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For the 11th year in the a row, the DogWatch® Howl-O-Ween Costume Contest entertained us all October long. We received over 200 amazing entries this year, and were thoroughly delighted by all of the spooky, silly, creepy, super-cute and wonderfully creative costumes on display. And we want to give a special salute to all of the pets who patiently posed for the photos – these good boys and girls have definitely earned some yummy treats and belly rubs!

As usual, the DogWatch team had a VERY hard time choosing a winner. After lots of deliberation (and many laughs), we are thrilled to announce the winners of the 2024 DogWatch® How-O-Ween Costume Contest! Read post »

Pet parents who love Halloween, listen up: The 11th Annual DogWatch Howl-O-Ween Costume Contest is here! Starting today, share a photo of your dog in his or her costume in the comments on the post on our Facebook page or via Instagram using the hashtag #DogWatchHalloween2024. Cats and other pet photos are welcome too. Please also include your pet’s name and breed. On Halloween day, we’ll announce the winners!

For the first place winner, we’ll make a $500 donation in your name to the pet charity of your choice, plus you will receive either a gift basket filled with $75 worth of dog treats, toys and goodies OR your choice of a DogWatch Dog Training Collar. It’s a win-win!

Selected runners-ups will also receive prizes and have their photos shared on our blog and social media, so stay tuned.

The contest ends at 11:59PM EST on Tuesday, October 29, 2024. Winners will be announced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 on our Facebook page and right here on DogTails. Check out previous years’ submissions for inspiration. We look forward to seeing your dogs in their Halloween finery!

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