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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.

What Do Dog Fleas Look Like to the Human Eye?

January 26, 2023September 22, 2022 by acmecanine
What Do Dog Fleas Look Like to the Human Eye

Fleas are incredibly common and are not only found in all 50 U.S. states but on every continent in the …

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Categories Dog Health Issues

What is the Hardest Dog to Potty Train?

January 26, 2023September 13, 2022 by acmecanine
What is the Hardest Dog to Potty Train

There are a few basic skills every dog owner wants to ensure their dog has down pat. And at the …

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Categories Housetraining

Why Does My Dog Pee On My Bed?

January 26, 2023September 11, 2022 by acmecanine
Why Does My Dog Pee On My Bed

There are few things more frustrating than pet accidents in the house. The only thing worse than accidentally stepping in …

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Categories Why Does My Dog...

How to Get Burrs Out of Dog Fur – 6 Easy Steps

January 26, 2023September 10, 2022 by acmecanine
How to Get Burrs Out of Dog Fur

Have you come home from a pleasant walk only to find burrs all over your pup’s luscious coat? Burrs are …

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Categories Dog Wellness

How to Keep the House Clean When a Dog is in Heat

January 26, 2023September 10, 2022 by acmecanine
How to Keep the House Clean When a Dog is in Heat

Unless your female dog is spayed at a young age, you will likely experience her first heat cycle. Females go …

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Categories Housetraining

My Dog Has a Sore Bum What Can I Put On It?

January 26, 2023September 10, 2022 by acmecanine
My Dog Has a Sore Bum What Can I Put On It

If you’re a dog owner, you know how heartbreaking it is to see your pup in pain. And while your …

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Categories Dog Wellness

Why is My Dog Nipping at Visitors? – How to Stop Unwanted Nipping

January 26, 2023September 9, 2022 by acmecanine
Why is My Dog Nipping at Visitors

Do you constantly have to worry about your pup nipping at visitors? Although most of us love a cute, friendly …

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Categories Dog Wellness

How to Stop Dog Aggression Towards Cats

January 26, 2023September 9, 2022 by acmecanine
How to Stop Dog Aggression Towards Cats

Dogs and cats have a long-held reputation for not getting along. Many cartoons from our childhood show dogs having an …

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Categories Dog Wellness

How to Introduce a Puppy to a Dominant Dog

January 26, 2023September 9, 2022 by acmecanine
How to Introduce a Puppy to a Dominant Dog

Your fur family is growing, and you can’t wait to bring home your new puppy! Even if you already have …

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Categories Puppies

10 Reasons Your Dog Sounds Congested When Breathing

January 26, 2023September 9, 2022 by acmecanine
Your Dog Sounds Congested When Breathing

Have you noticed your dog suddenly becoming congested? Nobody likes to see their furry best friend coughing, sneezing, or wheezing, …

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Categories Dog Wellness

Why is My Dog Licking the Floor?

January 26, 2023September 9, 2022 by acmecanine
Why is My Dog Licking the Floor

While you’ve come to terms with the fact that your dog is an obsessive licker, it doesn’t take away the …

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Categories Why Does My Dog...

The 7 Best Yak Chews On the Market

January 26, 2023September 8, 2022 by acmecanine
Best Yak Chews

Are you looking for a safe, natural, rawhide alternative for your dog to chew away on for hours on end? …

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Categories Dog Digestibles

Why Does My Dog Take My Spot?

January 26, 2023September 7, 2022 by acmecanine
Why Does My Dog Take My Spot

You are enjoying your favorite show, relaxing on the couch, then you get up to grab a snack. You return …

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Categories Why Does My Dog...

Why Does My Dog Lick My Hands?

January 26, 2023September 7, 2022 by acmecanine

Every animal communicates differently. Humans will wave or call out a “hello!”. Birds will sing to each other. Dolphins will …

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Categories Why Does My Dog...

How to Dremel Your Dog’s Nails

January 26, 2023August 11, 2022 by acmecanine
How to Dremel Your Dog’s Nails

It can be wonderful when your dog comes running up to you to jump up and lick your face. The …

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Categories Grooming Dogs

How to Clean Dog Eye Boogers

January 26, 2023August 11, 2022 by acmecanine
How to Clean Dog Eye Boogers

Few things can beat the warm, fuzzy feeling of your canine friend affectionately rubbing their muzzle against you. And there …

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Categories Dog Wellness

How to Get Rid of Dog Gland Smell on Furniture

January 26, 2023August 7, 2022 by acmecanine
How to Get Rid of Dog Gland Smell

While our furry best friends have many wonderful, adorable qualities, the smells that come out of them are not one …

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Categories Dogs in the House

How to Keep Your Dog Out of the Litter Box

January 26, 2023July 31, 2022 by acmecanine
How to Keep Your Dog Out of the Litter Box

While some are dog people and some are cat people, many love both. And if you are both a cat …

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Categories Dogs in the House

How to Train Your Dog to Ignore Other Dogs

January 26, 2023July 31, 2022 by acmecanine
How to Train Your Dog to Ignore Other Dogs

Taking your dog out for a walk or to play at the dog park can be a lot of fun. …

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Categories Dog Training

Why Does My Dog Dig on My Bed?

January 26, 2023July 30, 2022 by acmecanine
Why Does My Dog Dig on My Bed

Most dog owners love to see their dogs jumping up into their beds at the end of a long day …

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Categories Why Does My Dog...

How Soon Can I Walk My Dog After Neutering?

January 26, 2023July 30, 2022 by acmecanine
How Soon Can I Walk My Dog After Neutering

Neutering is a minor surgery, but it’s still surgery. Your male dog will need some time to recover before he …

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Categories Dog Wellness

How to Get Dog Hair Out of Blankets

January 26, 2023July 30, 2022 by acmecanine
How to Get Dog Hair Out of Blankets

You love when your dog snuggles up with you at night, especially during the winter – but let’s face it, …

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Categories Dog Wellness, Dogs in the House

How to Calm a Dog During a Storm

January 26, 2023July 30, 2022 by acmecanine
How to Calm a Dog During a Storm

Thunderstorms can reduce even the biggest, toughest dogs to shivering wrecks. Due to their wild nature, dogs instinctively get out …

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Categories Dogs in the Yard

Why Does My Dog Lay on Top of Me?

January 26, 2023July 21, 2022 by acmecanine
Why Does My Dog Lay on Top of Me

It can be sweet to have your dog come up and lie on top of you when you’re on the …

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Categories Why Does My Dog...

How to Stop My Dog from Biting When Excited

January 26, 2023July 19, 2022 by acmecanine
How to Stop My Dog from Biting When Excited

Dogs are often playful creatures, and they love spending quality time having fun with their special people. It’s one of …

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Categories Housetraining

How Long Can a Dog Go without Pooping?

January 26, 2023July 16, 2022 by acmecanine
How Long Can a Dog Go without Pooping

Most normal, healthy dogs poop at least once a day and possibly more than once. Younger dogs, especially, are prone …

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Categories Dog Wellness

Why Is My Dog Wheezing?

January 26, 2023July 14, 2022 by acmecanine
Why Is My Dog Wheezing

It’s normal for your dog to make a lot of weird sounds. Wheezing, however, is not one of those normal …

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Categories Why Does My Dog...

Why Is My Dog Whining at Night?

January 26, 2023July 12, 2022 by acmecanine
Why Is My Dog Whining at Night

Disclosure: Acme Canine is Reader Supported. If you buy something thru an affiliate link on our site, we’ll received a …

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Categories Why Does My Dog...

Why Does My Dog Nibble on Blankets?

January 26, 2023July 12, 2022 by acmecanine
Why Does My Dog Nibble on Blankets

Every dog has a unique personality, quirks, and charm. They also have their own bad habits, like chewing on blankets. …

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Categories Why Does My Dog...

Why Does My Dog Cry in His Sleep?

January 26, 2023July 12, 2022 by acmecanine
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Do you notice your dog cries during sleep, whimpering or whining during their nap time or as they dream? There …

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Categories Why Does My Dog...

Why Does My Dog Hump Me and No One Else?

January 26, 2023July 7, 2022 by acmecanine

Dogs hump for various reasons, and when they perform this action on their human companion or owner, it’s often for …

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Categories Why Does My Dog...

Why Does My Dog Sleep at My Feet?

January 26, 2023July 3, 2022 by acmecanine
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Dogs are loyal to humans, and puppies and adult dogs enjoy getting close to their human companions, whether it’s through …

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Categories Why Does My Dog...

Why Does My Dog Roll in the Grass?

January 26, 2023June 26, 2022 by acmecanine
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Dogs love to play outdoors, whether it’s a game of fetch, chasing a frisbee, or running with their human companions …

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Categories Dogs in the Yard

Why Is My Dog Licking His Butt?

January 26, 2023June 2, 2022 by acmecanine
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Dogs groom themselves regularly with their tongues, so it may not seem unusual when a pup appears to be licking …

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Categories Dog Wellness, Why Does My Dog...

Why Does My Dog Sleep Under My Bed?

January 26, 2023May 23, 2022 by acmecanine

Dogs love to explore, and it’s common to see them crawling under blankets, investigating new furniture, and finding new spaces …

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Categories Why Does My Dog...

Why Does My Dog Nibble on Blankets?

January 26, 2023May 18, 2022 by acmecanine

When you adopt a puppy or a new dog owner, you may notice various types of behavior that may seem …

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Categories Why Does My Dog...

My ESA Doctor Review: Is It Legit?

September 22, 2022May 9, 2022 by acmecanine

This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase through our link, we’ll receive a commission. This cost is not passed …

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Categories Dog Product Reviews

French Bulldog vs English Bulldog: What’s the Difference?

January 26, 2023April 28, 2022 by acmecanine
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If you have never spent time studying dog breeds, you might think “a bulldog is just a bulldog.” However, French …

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Categories Dog Breeds

Pug vs French Bulldog

January 26, 2023April 26, 2022 by acmecanine
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If your dog buying decision comes down to a contest of cuteness, you might find two breeds in an absolute …

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Categories Dog Breeds

How to Calm a Sexually Excited Dog

January 26, 2023April 21, 2022 by acmecanine
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New dog owners are sometimes overwhelmed when it comes to pups and their hormones. You may find yourself struggling to …

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Categories Dog Wellness

Poodle vs Goldendoodle: What’s the Difference?

January 26, 2023April 19, 2022 by acmecanine
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When it comes to making the important decision to bring a pet into your family and your home environment, you …

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Categories Dog Breeds

Beagle vs Foxhound: What’s the Difference?

January 26, 2023April 14, 2022 by acmecanine
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One of the most important factors to consider if adding a dog to your family is breed, which can influence …

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Categories Dog Breeds

How to Get Sap Out of Dog Fur

January 26, 2023April 11, 2022 by acmecanine
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Time spent outdoors is incredibly important for dogs (and their owners, too!) Whether you get out for a daily walk …

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Categories Dog Wellness

Brain-Busting Puzzles You Can Make for Your Dog

April 6, 2022 by acmecanine
Dog plays in homepage ball pit

Do you have a dog that seems to have a knack for finding trouble? Even with plenty of exercise, your …

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Categories Dog Product Reviews

What are the Signs of Dog Heat Stroke?

April 2, 2022 by acmecanine
How to recognize dog heat stroke

Dog heat stroke can strike in minutes on hot, humid days, and may prove fatal if it’s not treated promptly. …

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Categories Dog Wellness

The Best Kong Recipes for Dogs: Healthy & Unhealthy Options

November 6, 2022March 27, 2022 by acmecanine
The Best Kong Recipes

Kong Dog Toys are widely used and recommended for therapy and prevention of under-stimulation, boredom, separation anxiety and other behavior …

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Categories Dog Digestibles

PETLIBRO Capsule Automatic Pet Water Fountain – Review

November 6, 2022March 20, 2022 by acmecanine
Petlibro Water Fountain

If you’re a pet owner, you know the importance of keeping your furry friend hydrated. And if you’re looking for …

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Categories Dog Equipment & Services

Do Cats & Corgis Get Along?

November 6, 2022March 6, 2022 by acmecanine
Do Corgis and Cats Get Along

Let’s all admit that at one point in our lives, we thought cats and dogs couldn’t get along. After all, …

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Categories Dogs in the House

How To Distract Your Dog While You’re on a Zoom Call

November 6, 2022February 27, 2022 by acmecanine

Ever since the pandemic hit, many things started being accomplished at the comfort of your home. Even your job adapted …

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Categories Dogs in the House

What are Yak Chews? The All-Natural Dog Treat

October 19, 2022February 20, 2022 by acmecanine
Yak Chews

Key Takeaways: Yak chews are dog treats made of Yak Cheese, cow milk (sometimes), lime, and salt. Yak chews can …

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Categories Dog Nutrition
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