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Down to earth, common sense, proven DOG advice Welcome to Spike’s Dog Blog by Acme Canine. Throughout the site, you will find a variety of helpful dog training articles, insightful dog behavior tips, and truthful product reviews from nationally-recognized canine trainers and professionals.

Home Remedies For Matted Dog Hair – 4 Grooming Solutions

February 15, 2023 by acmecanine
home remedies for matted dog hair

There’s nothing worse than waking up one day and realizing that the mats in your dog’s fur have gotten too …

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Categories Grooming Dogs

The Pros And Cons Of Leaving Your Dog In a Crate While At Work

February 13, 2023February 3, 2023 by acmecanine
leaving dog in a crate while at work

Owning a dog can be a lot of fun. Dogs are lovely companions, highly intelligent animals, and great walking companions. …

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Categories Dogs in the House

The Challenges And Rewards Of Living With Dogs Indoors

January 29, 2023 by acmecanine
challenges and rewards of living with dogs indoors

It’s no great secret that living with dogs can be equally fun and a lot of work. Dogs are rambunctious …

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Categories Dogs in the House

How To Trick Your Dog Into Drinking Water During Hot Weather

January 27, 2023January 25, 2023 by acmecanine
how to keep your dog hydrated

Any good dog owner wants to ensure their pet is always taken care of. However, sometimes your dog doesn’t know …

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Categories Dogs in the Yard

Are You Cutting Puppy Hair Too Soon? How Old Should They Be?

January 26, 2023January 25, 2023 by acmecanine
how old should a puppy be to get groomed

While your puppy’s first grooming session sounds like a fun bonding moment, the truth is it must happen at the …

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Categories Puppies

Leaving Puppies Alone: How To Prepare Them For Alone Time

January 27, 2023January 25, 2023 by acmecanine
leaving puppies alone

When you get a new puppy, you never want to leave their side. The feeling is mutual, as puppies quickly …

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Categories Puppies

Dog Room Decor: Create A Cozy And Comfortable Space For Your Pup

January 26, 2023January 25, 2023 by acmecanine
dog room decor

Dogs can be much more emotionally complicated than we give them credit for. We spend large portions of our lives …

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Categories Dogs in the House

Healthy Treats for Puppies Under 3 Months

January 26, 2023January 24, 2023 by acmecanine
Healthy Treats for Puppies

Puppies are adorable, playful creatures that can make your day better. They are also a lot of work since they …

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Categories Puppies

Collar For Dogs With Sensitive Skin And Neck: How To Choose

January 26, 2023January 24, 2023 by acmecanine
collar for dogs with sensitive skin

As a dog owner, you want to ensure that your dog is comfortable in their everyday collar, with and without …

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Categories Dog Equipment & Services, Dog Product Reviews

Is a Vibrating Dog Collar the Best Choice for Your Pet?

January 24, 2023 by acmecanine
dog wearing vibrating dog collar

If you’ve recently looked for solutions to your dog’s excessive barking, you’ve likely heard of vibrating dog collars. These collars …

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Categories Dog Training

What Can You Do With Your Dog While You’re At Work? A Guide For Working Pet Owners

January 26, 2023January 23, 2023 by acmecanine
what to do with dog while at work

While we want to be there for our dogs every moment of the day, it can be difficult to know …

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Categories Dogs in the House

Why is My Dog Scratching the Carpet? And How Do I Make It Stop?

January 26, 2023January 23, 2023 by acmecanine
dog scratching carpet

As a dog owner, there’s nothing worse than coming home from work to find out that your dog has torn …

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Categories Dogs in the House

How to Play the Airplane Game for Dog Training

January 18, 2023January 14, 2023 by acmecanine

Want your dog to pay better attention to you – even when distracted by food, loud noises, or squirrels? I …

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Categories Dog Training

Dog Treats for Sensitive Stomachs

January 26, 2023January 4, 2023 by acmecanine
Dog Treats for Sensitive Stomachs

Are Dog Treats for Sensitive Stomachs Good for My Dog? Dog treats for sensitive stomachs are good for your dog …

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Categories Dog Health Issues

Dog Treats For Allergies: 9 Hypoallergenic Dog Treats

January 26, 2023December 29, 2022 by acmecanine
Dog Treats For Allergies

If your dog has allergies, you know how frustrating it can be to find a treat that would not make …

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Categories Dog Digestibles, Dog Health Issues

Should I Wake My Puppy Up To Pee At Night? – Potty Training At Night

January 26, 2023December 29, 2022 by acmecanine
should I wake my puppy up at night to pee

When you’re raising a new puppy, there are a lot of questions that tend to come to mind. How often …

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Categories Housetraining, Puppies

Soft Dog Treats for Old Dogs: DIY & Store Bought Options

January 26, 2023December 29, 2022 by acmecanine
Soft Dog Treats for Old Dog

Why Should I Use Soft Dog Treats for Old Dogs? Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase something …

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Categories Dog Digestibles, Senior Dogs

Puppy Socialization Classes: When and How to Start Them

January 26, 2023December 26, 2022 by acmecanine
Puppy Socialization Classes

Who wouldn’t love to have a well-mannered and well-socialized puppy? Puppy training is the perfect way to ensure they obey …

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Categories Dog Training, Puppies

Vegetarian Treats for Dogs: How to Use Them for Training

January 26, 2023December 26, 2022 by acmecanine
Vegetarian Treats for Dogs

Are Vegetarian Treats for Dogs Healthy? As long as they’re formulated with the correct balance of macronutrients, vitamins, and minerals, …

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Categories Dog Digestibles

Best Treats For Dog Breath – Our Top 10 Picks

January 26, 2023December 26, 2022 by acmecanine
Best Treats For Dog Breath

How Can Treats Improve My Dog’s Breath? While dental treats can’t replace regular dental check-ups and cleanings, offering them is …

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Categories Dog Digestibles

Do Dogs Miss Their Owners? 9 Signs That You Might Notice

January 26, 2023December 24, 2022 by acmecanine
Do Dogs Miss Their Owners

It’s no secret that dogs are loyal companions. They often become attached to their owners and miss them when they’re …

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Categories Dog Body Language

How To Potty Train A Yorkie: Training Challenges

January 26, 2023December 6, 2022 by acmecanine

Potty training is one of the most difficult challenges of raising a puppy for a pet owner — and it’s …

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Categories Dog Breeds, Housetraining

How Often Do Dogs Poop? 5 Factors That Affect Dog Poop

January 26, 2023December 2, 2022 by acmecanine
how often do dogs poop

While your dog’s pooping frequency might not be first (or even in the top 100) on your list of things …

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Categories Dog Wellness

How Tight Should a Dog Collar Be?

January 26, 2023November 29, 2022 by acmecanine
Dog Collar

A dog collar is a basic but important accessory of dog ownership. A collar can help identify, train, and restrain …

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Categories Dog Wellness

How To Train A Corgi To Stop Barking: The Ultimate Guide

January 26, 2023November 29, 2022 by acmecanine
how to train a corgi to stop barking

There are many great reasons to own a Pembroke Welsh Corgi. This dog breed is particularly famous for being loved …

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Categories Dog Breeds, Housetraining

Why Do Dogs Lick Their Paws Before Bed? Understanding This Instinctive Behavior

January 26, 2023November 26, 2022 by acmecanine
why do dogs lick their paws before bed

As a dog owner, you might have witnessed your dog licking their paws before bed. Given the strange behavior, it’s …

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Categories Why Does My Dog...

Hydration Guide: How Long Can A Dog Go Without Water?

January 26, 2023November 26, 2022 by acmecanine
how long can a dog go without water

Unfortunately, many situations might lead you to ask, “how long can a dog go without drinking water?” Whether your dogsitting …

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Categories Dog Wellness

Litter Box Training A Dog: Pros & Cons and How to Do It Successfully

January 26, 2023November 25, 2022 by acmecanine
litter box training your dog

When you’re a dog owner, house training can seem almost impossible if you have a job that keeps you out …

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Categories Housetraining

What To Put Under The Puppy Pad Holder – 6 Placement Tips

January 26, 2023November 25, 2022 by acmecanine
what to put under puppy pad holder

Dogs are an incredible gift to any home and can easily brighten any room with their excitable personalities and adorable …

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Categories Puppies

What Is The Best Dog Training Spray – And How To Choose The Right One For You

January 26, 2023November 25, 2022 by acmecanine
what is the best dog training spray

Training is a challenging ordeal for any pet parent, but unfortunately, it’s one of the essential rites of passage to …

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Categories Dog Product Reviews, Dog Training

ThunderShirt Review: We Tried ThunderShirts for Dogs, Here’s What Happened

February 24, 2023November 22, 2022 by acmecanine
We tried Thundershirts. Here's what happened, and our test corgi wearing a thundershirt

If you have a dog with anxiety, you’ve probably been recommended the ThunderShirt once or twice. Since this popular wrap-style …

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Categories Dog Product Reviews

Why Does My Dog Lick My Other Dog’s Ears?

January 26, 2023November 22, 2022 by acmecanine

If you are a dog owner, you will often see your dog engaging in bizarre behavior – and it’s safe …

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Categories Why Does My Dog...

How To Potty Train A Stubborn Puppy: 8 Pro Tips

January 26, 2023October 31, 2022 by acmecanine
How To Potty Train A Stubborn Puppy

Trying to potty train a stubborn puppy can be extremely discouraging. House training is already tricky, and adding an obstinate …

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Categories Puppies

How Do Dogs Know Their Name? How Do You Teach Your Dog Their Name?

January 26, 2023October 31, 2022 by acmecanine
How Do Dogs Know Their Name

If you’ve stumbled across this article, you’ve probably wondered how do dogs know their name? When you call your dog’s …

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Categories Puppies, Uncategorized

Why Does My Dog Bite Me When They’re Excited ? Arousal Biting Explained

January 26, 2023October 31, 2022 by acmecanine
Why Does My Dog Bite Me When Excited

Do you notice that when your dog gets excited, their first instinct is to bite or mouth you? While this …

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Categories Why Does My Dog...

Sending Your Dog Away For Training — 6 Tips For Success

January 30, 2023October 31, 2022 by acmecanine
Sending Dog Away For Training

Many pet owners have found dog training classes to be the best way to train their dogs. Professional training services …

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Categories Housetraining

Why Do Dogs Lick Other Dog’s Faces – 4 Reasons For This Behavior

January 26, 2023October 31, 2022 by acmecanine
Why Do Dogs Lick Other Dogs Faces

There’s no denying that dogs can engage in strange behaviors – including licking other dogs faces. As a dog owner, …

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Categories Why Does My Dog...

How To Choose a Dog Collar For Obedience School That is Right For Your Pet

January 26, 2023October 27, 2022 by acmecanine
How To Choose a Dog Collar

When you’re getting your dog ready for obedience school, choosing the right collar is one of the first things you’ll …

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Categories Dog Equipment & Services

Excessive Licking Of Lips In Dogs – What Should You Do

January 26, 2023October 27, 2022 by acmecanine
Excessive Licking Of Lips In Dogs

Seeing a dog licking its lips repeatedly after a tasty treat or cleaning its face of unwanted particles is perfectly …

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Categories Dog Body Language

Why Does My Dog Lick The Furniture — 4 Reasons Why

January 26, 2023October 27, 2022 by acmecanine
Why Does My Dog Lick The Furniture

If you’ve noticed that your dog is constantly licking the furniture, you probably have some questions. Such as, is this …

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Categories Dogs in the House

Why Does My Dog Lick My Wounds?

January 26, 2023October 27, 2022 by acmecanine
Dog Lick My Wounds

Have you noticed that if you have a cut or scrape, your pup is right there, ready to lick it? …

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Categories Why Does My Dog...

What Is Dog Mouthing Affection & How To Stop It

January 26, 2023October 27, 2022 by acmecanine
What Is Dog Mouthing Affection

It’s common for young puppies to mouth their owner’s hands as a way of expressing affection and exploring the world …

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Categories Dog Health Issues, Dog Wellness

Training A Dog To Track — A Slow And Methodical Process

January 26, 2023October 24, 2022 by acmecanine
Training A Dog To Track

Teaching a dog to track might seem like a process better left to a professional dog trainer. But in reality, …

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Categories Dog Training

Why Do Dogs Lick Their Beds?

January 26, 2023October 24, 2022 by acmecanine
Why Do Dogs Lick Their Beds

As a pet owner, we know that our dog bounding into our lap and covering our face in kisses can …

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Categories Dog Body Language

Inactive Canine? How to Boost Your Dog’s Energy

January 26, 2023October 9, 2022 by acmecanine
How to Boost Your Dog’s Energy

Have you noticed that your dog has been unusually sluggish lately and just not like their old self? Any sign …

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Categories Dog Health Issues, Dog Wellness

How Long Should a Dog with Parvo Be Isolated?

January 26, 2023October 9, 2022 by acmecanine
Parvo

Every pet owner is warned to be careful about socializing their new pup with other dogs too soon. This warning …

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Categories Dog Wellness

Why Your Dog’s Behavior Might Change When Moving to a New Home (And What To Do About It)

January 26, 2023October 7, 2022 by acmecanine
Dog’s Behavior

Moving to a new home is stressful for everyone, including your dog! So, it’s no surprise that your dog’s behavior …

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Categories Why Does My Dog...

Why Does My Dog Hump His Bed?

January 26, 2023October 7, 2022 by acmecanine
Why Does My Dog Hump His Bed

Are you confused by your dog’s constant habit of humping its bed? You’re not alone! Both male and female dogs …

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Categories Why Does My Dog...

10 Human Pills That Kill Your Dog (How to Keep Your Pet Safe)

January 26, 2023October 7, 2022 by acmecanine
Human Pills That Kill Your Dog

Why would any responsible pet parent give human pills to dogs without consulting the vet? The answer is they won’t. …

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Categories Dog Wellness

How Can You Stop Your Dog From Peeing In His Bed ?

January 26, 2023October 5, 2022 by acmecanine
How To Stop Your Dog From Peeing In His Bed

It’s common for dogs to pee to mark their territory, and it’s not unusual for your dog to do so …

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Categories Housetraining
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