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15 things not to do with your dog!

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They call them "a man's best friend", but the reverse is not always true. Sometimes, men do not behave like a dog's best friend! This is often due to a lack of knowledge of the animal's needs, a lack of control over their emotions, or bad advice passed down from generation to generation. Certain mistakes can harm the dog's physical and mental health, relationship quality, or hygiene. Discover 15 things not to do with your dog . 3 Things Not to Do When Choosing Your Dog When you decide to adopt an animal, you have to ask yourself the right questions.  You don't choose a dog based on its physical appearance, but on your own ability to meet its needs and live together in harmony. 1: Choosing a breed incompatible with your lifestyle Each breed has been selected for specific qualities. So, if you choose a Nordic dog that needs exercise when you are not sporty at heart, you risk offering them unsuitable living conditions. They will not do enough sports, and...

Camping with your dog: 6 tips and best practices!

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 The holidays are approaching, and this year, you have decided to try camping with your dog . While everyone will benefit from the experience, it will require some preparation to go smoothly. Here are our tips for having a wonderful camping holiday with your companion. 1: Find a dog-friendly place. The first step is to  make sure that your dog will be allowed in the desired campsite . Do not hesitate to contact the establishments in advance to ask them if animals are accepted. Also remember to ask about the reception conditions: dogs accepted but always kept on a leash, extra fees, etc. Note that some campsites accept dogs, but not those in categories 1 and 2 (attack dogs, guard dogs, and defense dogs). In France, you can also rely on the Toutourisme label: this certification promotes dog-friendly destinations for your vacations, therefore those that are particularly welcoming for dogs and their humans. The tourist offices of the places concerned undertake to offer dog ow...

True or false: 10 misconceptions about dogs!

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A sensitive, complex animal, each dog has a unique temperament and behaviors that we sometimes associate with the entire canine race. Without realizing it, we let certain preconceived ideas about dogs change our vision of the animal. Join us as we explore 10 common misconceptions about dogs and discover how well you understand the behaviors and needs of your beloved four-legged companion! 1: When you have a dog, you need a garden. You have probably heard it many times: “For the well-being of the dog, you must have a garden.”. This statement, which may seem true, is however far, very far from being true and can even harm the development of the pet. The garden is particularly useful for learning cleanliness or for lazy owners. For our four-legged friends, the garden is just an additional room where he will get bored very quickly. Walking and physical activities practiced outside the garden are much more beneficial to your companion, large or small, who needs to discover new places...

Azawakh: character, education, health, price

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  With its graceful silhouette and superb fawn coat, the Azawakh immediately imposes its dignified personality. Zoom in on this sighthound that is both smart and independent. Azawakh in brief Other name(s): Tuareg Greyhound, Sloughi Touareg, South Saharan Greyhound, Oska Life expectancy: 12 to 14 years Females weigh 15 to 20 kg, and males weigh 20 to 25 kg. Size: 60 to 70 centimeters for females, 64 to 74 centimeters for males Silhouette: slender Hair: short Dress: fawn Character: lively, attentive, distant Origin: Mali and Niger's northern borders Type: graioid Group: 10 (Greyhounds), section 3 (Short-haired Greyhounds, without working trial) History of the Azawakh breed The Azawakh takes its name from the African valley of the same name, located between Mali and Niger. It has been used for centuries by nomadic tribes south of the Sahara (Tuaregs, Peuls, and Dahoussahaqs) to catch fast game, such as gazelles, hares, or ostriches. It also embodies an essential comp...

Wirehaired Dachshund: temperament, education, health, and price

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  The wire-haired dachshund is an excellent hunter, very bold and pugnacious. Playful, loyal, and friendly, he nevertheless needs clear boundaries because he can quickly take up more space than he should. He therefore needs humans who understand the basics of dog training. Discover this mischievous and endearing breed. The Wirehaired Dachshund in brief Other name(s): Dackel, Dachshund (for Dachshund) Life expectancy: 12 to 14 years Weight: approx. 9 kg (standard), 4 kg (dwarf), 3.5 kg (kaninchen) Height: more than 35 cm (standard), less than 35 cm (dwarf) or less than 30 cm (kaninchen), measured in chest circumference Silhouette: long, muscular body on short legs Hair: hard, short, and coarse Coats: black and tan, chocolate, fawn, brindle, boar, harlequin Character: playful, pugnacious, stubborn Origin: Germany Type: hunting dog Group: 4 (dachshunds), consisting of a single section History of the Wirehaired Dachshund Breed The Dachshund breed dates back to the 15th...

Does dog insurance cover over-the-counter medication?

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To give your dog the best health, you're about to or have already purchased pet health insurance. On this occasion, dog owners ask themselves about reimbursement for medications and treatments. If we compare with health insurance for us humans, we are most of the time only reimbursed for medications prescribed by a prescription from our doctor or any other authorized health professional. Some insurances still cover certain treatments that are usually not reimbursed, particularly alternative medicine. In reality, exactly the same thing happens with dog insurance. Most of the offers available on the market will reimburse treatments with a prescription and refuse to cover treatments without one. However, some high-end deals allow for partial or total reimbursement of dog medications, even without a prescription. How do dog insurance reimbursements work? When you get a dog insurance policy from an insurer, you usually choose a plan from those offered. Depending on the insurance co...

Get a 100% free dog insurance quote online!

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  As a dog owner, nothing is more important than your four-legged companion's good health and longevity. You love him and want the best for him; it's natural and legitimate. So, you logically want to take out health insurance to cover your dog in case of a problem. But there are many offers on the market, and discerning them is not always easy. Here is our file to effectively compare the offers of mutual insurance for dogs available. Follow the guide; we have plenty of good advice to give you! The different methods to obtain dog insurance quotes Getting multiple quotes is child's play; I delegate, and I'll come back in five minutes. In reality, you'll see that the operation is not as simple as it seems. And to compare, it's better to have material. So, how do you get these famous quotes for your dog? A broker can help you compare dog insurance quotes. This is often one of the first reflexes of private policyholders when they are looking for a competitive ...