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Does your dog hate the heat? As the sweltering and hazy dog days of summer arrive, dogs who are sensitive to humidity and heat may grow lethargic and are often more than happy to sit in an air-conditioned home all day.

What may seem like a natural response to heat can be a serious problem for some breeds. Here are FIVE breeds of dogs who do NOT thrive in the hot weather and what you can do to keep them cool.

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Whether you have an outdoor or indoor cat, you want them to be happy when they’re home; this becomes more important during the warmer months when they might be a little more interested in exploring outside, or the colder months of the year when they need to be inside. There is no scientific evidence that points to cats being happier outdoors, so you should be able to provide everything your feline family member needs to remain not only content but happy while in your home!

Here are five ways to keep your cat happy while they’re indoors.

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Grooming your dog is an integral part of keeping them healthy. Proper and regular grooming assists the shedding process, helps prevent fleas and ticks, promotes healthy skin and a healthy coat, and can even help detect potential diseases or conditions. 

Grooming is a year-round commitment, but it can become especially important during the summer months as you spend more time out of your home and your dog has more opportunities to get dirty. Grooming in the summer also helps keep your dog cooler during warmer weather, defends against common pests, and helps catch potential hazards that may result from outdoor adventures.

Here’s how to keep your dog’s coat happy and healthy during the warmer months!

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Whether your heading to your favorite beach, vacation home, or just to your backyard, Summer 2022 means getting back to the activities you may have missed out on for the last two years.  

Here are a collection of books about our favorite topic – DOGS – that pair perfectly with sunshine!

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