Category: Pets

Last updated on June 12, 2025 By Puppy Leaks Leave a Comment If your dog has been bitten by another dog it’s important to act quickly to prevent serious complications. What may seem like a tiny bite can turn into a serious problem if left untreated. Take a quick breath, try to remain calm, and read on for what to do next. What To Do Right After a Dog Bite Happens If the other dog owner is present ask if their dog is up to date on his rabies vaccine,…

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Last updated on January 5, 2024 By Puppy Leaks Leave a Comment Doggy day care isn’t right for every dog, nor is every dog right for doggy daycare. If you’re considering day care for your dog the first thing any reputable place is going to do is test your dog’s temperament to see if they’re a good fit. They need to be picky about which dogs to accept to ensure their environment remains a safe and positive experience. In this post we’ll take a look at a couple of things…

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Last updated on January 1, 2024 By Puppy Leaks Leave a Comment Picking out the perfect name for your new pup sounds simple enough, yet with so many choices it can be hard to know where to begin. We’ve already covered cute names, old fashioned names and popular names here on the blog, so today let’s take dive into fun names. Choosing a fun name for your dog can help highlight your dog’s entertaining personality, as well as get a few laughs from everyone they meet. So if you’re looking…

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Last updated on December 31, 2023 By Puppy Leaks Leave a Comment Percy, a beautiful male German Shepherd mix, is looking for his forever home in eastern Pennsylvania. From the rescue: Percy, a male, German Shepherd mix, was found wandering the streets alone and brought to the rescue in hopes of reuniting him with his owner. Sadly no one has come to claim Percy so he is now looking for a new forever home with a family who will cherish him and keep him safe. According to a person claiming…

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Last updated on May 6, 2023 By Puppy Leaks 8 Comments Potty training is one of the first things you’re going to be doing with your new pup, and it’s a process require a lot of patience and consistency. When it comes to how long it takes there is no “one answer fits all.” While most dogs can be potty trained quite reliably within a few weeks, your pup is likely still going to have occasional accidents for the first year. How Long Does It Take to Potty Train a…

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Last updated on October 23, 2023 By Puppy Leaks 8 Comments Looking for a cute, short name for your dog? You’ve come to the right place. Choosing a name for your dog can be a challenge. You’re already overwhelmed with the excitement of getting a new dog, so trying to come up with the perfect name right away can be a bit stressful. Finding a name that sounds good, one that fits your dog’s personality, and one that everyone in the family can agree on — it can be a…

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Last updated on September 10, 2023 By Puppy Leaks Leave a Comment Is your dog aggressive when woken up? If so you’re not alone. It’s called the sleep startle reflex, and it’s the reason “let sleeping dogs lie” is more than just a popular proverb; it’s solid advice. The sleep startle reflex is an instinct in animals, and it’s one many of our domestic dogs carry. In this article we’ll go over why dogs have the reflex, and some practical tips to prevent the behavior. Why Is My Dog Aggressive…

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Last updated on May 3, 2023 By Puppy Leaks 1 Comment So you get home from the vet, medicine in hand, only to find out your dog is some sort of Houdini when it comes to spitting out those pills. We’ve all been there. Luckily there are a few methods that make getting your dog to take their pills easier. From using pill pockets to going with the cheese trick, here’s 7 tips to get your dog to take their medicine. 1. Wash Your Hands First things first, you’re gonna…

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Last updated on June 14, 2023 By Puppy Leaks Leave a Comment Does your dog have a habit of nibbling on you? Or perhaps they nibble on blankets and other animals. It’s called cobbing, and although it’s a bit weird to us, it’s usually considered an affectionate behavior. There’s also a few less common causes for nibbling, such as separation anxiety or boredom, but for the most part it’s a relatively harmless habit that many dog owners find endearing. Why Do Dogs Nibble? Nibbling, also called cobbing or corn cobbing,…

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Last updated on August 26, 2023 By Puppy Leaks Leave a Comment Does your dog truly love you, or do they just love all the food and toys you provide? I think we’ve all wondered just how much our dogs really love us, and whether they share the same deep bond with us that we have with them. And luckily for us there are a few ways to know for sure. From greeting you at the door to stealing your clothes, here’s 10 signs your dog loves you. They Like…

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Last updated on September 10, 2023 By Puppy Leaks Leave a Comment Separation anxiety is a fairly common behavioral issue in dogs, and positively identifying the issue is the first step you need to take when it comes to managing it. Below we’ll go over the common symptoms of separation anxiety, and some resources to help you manage it. And before we begin it’s important to know you’re not alone, and it’s not necessarily caused by something you did wrong, nearly 80% of dogs find it stressful to be left…

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Last updated on September 19, 2023 By Puppy Leaks Leave a Comment So you’ve got yourself a new best friend, you’ve got all the supplies together and are ready to start your new life together, well all except for one little detail — finding the perfect name. Trust me, we’ve all been there. Picking out a dog name is stressful; it’s going to be with them for life and it’s hard to know where to even begin coming up with ideas. So what I like to do is come up…

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Last updated on October 24, 2023 By Puppy Leaks Leave a Comment There’s no doubt that getting a new dog is an exciting time, but it’s also a huge commitment. To ensure that you’re prepared for your new best friend here’s 23 questions you should ask yourself before getting a dog. 1. Is Everyone in the Family in Agreement? Getting a dog is a huge commitment, and it’s not something that should be taken lightly. If you want to get a dog be sure to discuss it with your family…

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Last updated on November 8, 2023 By Puppy Leaks Leave a Comment “What the heck do you have in your mouth?” is something all of us are familiar with, as we chase our dog around trying to figure out what they’ve gotten into this time. And as it turns out, dirt is a common culprit. Why do dogs eat dirt? Well there’s a couple common causes we’ll go over in this article, when it’s cause for concern, and how to stop the behavior. Why Do Dogs Eat Dirt? The most…

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