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What to Expect from Dog Daycare in Chicago: A First-Timer’s Guide

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When you bring your dog to daycare for the first time, expect an evaluation day where staff watch how your dog interacts with others. After that, typical days include supervised play in the morning, activity throughout the day, and more play in the afternoon before pick-up. Your dog will likely come home tired, thirsty, and …

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The Importance of Fecal Testing for Dogs (and How K9U Simplifies the Process)

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Dog owners must be familiar with the various aspects of pet care. Fecal testing plays an essential role in detecting intestinal parasites that can cause discomfort and health issues and may even be passed on to humans. It should be performed several times throughout a dog’s first year and every six months as the dog …

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Canine Cognition: Stimulating Games and Puzzles for Urban Dogs

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It’s sad but true. Like humans, canine cognition decreases over time. Dogs can experience dementia and other forms of mental decline. They may exhibit confusion, withdraw from social activities, have accidents, and show other signs that they are not themselves.  While scientists are unsure what causes canine cognitive dysfunction (CCD), they know stimulating dog intelligence …

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How to Keep Your Dog Comfortable and Safe During a Chicago Winter

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Chicago winters get extremely cold. It’s not unusual to see highs that range around the freezing mark. In 1985, temperatures in the city plunged to -17 degrees Fahrenheit. Cold winters are rough on humans, and they can also be rough on animals. Those fur coats may offer some protection, but when temperatures plummet, the cold …

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