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Anyone who has ever known and loved a dog knows how important they are to us. As such, it might be difficult to imagine a loving breeder ever choosing to work with a pet store. After all, how could a breeder bear to place the future of their precious puppies in someone else’s hands? In truth, many responsible breeders can and do work with pet stores. Here’s why. The Hard Work of a Breeder At […]

Why are some dogs considered hypoallergenic and some dogs aren’t? If I have allergies, are dogs out of the picture for me? Do hypoallergenic puppies shed? If you’re considering adopting a dog, these may be questions you are considering. At Puppies ‘N Love and Animal Kingdom, we’re here to help demystify this process. This is your guide to hypoallergenic puppies.   What makes a dog hypoallergenic? One of the most common misconceptions about pet allergies […]

It’s time! You’ve chosen the perfect pup to fit your lifestyle, your home is puppy-proofed and supplies are prepped, and you have a game plan for your life with your puppy. Now there is only one thing left to do – bring home that dog! Here are some recommendations to help your first day with your puppy be a memory that you can treasure for life! Prepare Your Space Designate an area to be your […]

For puppies, the world is new, strange, and sometimes frightening. As we covered in our last blog, all puppies go through fear periods during which new phobias can develop. While first priority should be socializing puppies to people and other animals, this is also the prime time to address other fears. We asked our trainer what sorts of things scare puppies in her experience. Here are ten common puppy fears, ranging from potentially debilitating to […]

It can happen seemingly out of nowhere. One moment, your puppy is the exuberant bundle of energy that your family brought home. The next, they’re a nervous in situations that never bothered them before. What happened? Is your puppy broken? No need to panic! Your puppy may just be going through one of their fear periods! What is a fear period? Fear periods are stages in a puppy’s growth where they become increasingly sensitive to […]

Your dog being injured while you’re on a hike is the sort of thing most people imagine happening somebody else… right up until it happens to you. In a perfect world, every outing would be smooth from start to finish. In reality, accidents happen. If your dog sustains an injury while you’re out and about, arm yourself with the right supplies and knowledge to tackle the situation. Here is a basic rundown of dog first […]

Arizona is a great place to live if you are the outdoors-y type. In the fall and winter, Arizona is home to some truly spectacular hiking trails. In Phoenix alone, you can find more than 200 miles of trails for any fitness level. During the spring and summer months, beat the heat with camping trips in northern Arizona. If you’re a dog owner, there are added benefits of providing excellent exercise and mental stimulation for […]

When picturing dog ownership, walking with your dog is probably one of the first things that comes to mind. After all, not only is walking great exercise for your dog (and for you!), but it’s also built-in bonding time. It’s truly a shame that for so many people, walks are a frustrating tug-of-war. It doesn’t have to be this way! By learning to communicate with your puppy and teaching them expectations, you can create more […]