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The No-Bullshit Dog Adoption Reality Check

Updated on September 11, 2026September 9, 2026

Before You Adopt a Dog, Read This. A dog is a commitment. Not an experiment. That sounds obvious, but it’s worth saying because bringing a dog home is easy. Living with that dog for the next 10, 12, maybe 15 …

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When Pets Become Disposable: The Harsh Reality Shelters See Every Day

Updated on September 11, 2026November 29, 2025

We have become a “throw away” society and unbelievably, that now includes our pets. Walk into any animal shelter on an average day and see the sheer number of animals that have been surrendered by their owners or picked up …

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The 2 Hours a Week That Matter More Than My 40-Hour Job

Updated on September 11, 2026August 24, 2025

I spend 40+ hours a week answering emails, organizing data in spreadsheets, and generating contracts… but deep down, I want more.  Not “more” as in a promotion. More as in purpose. Meaning. Something that makes me feel like I’m making …

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What You Need to Know about Horner’s Syndrome in Dogs

Updated on September 11, 2026May 30, 2022

On January 26, 2022 I just happened to glance at Daisy and had to do a double-take. Her inner third eyelid was partially covering her eye. This is normal for a dog when they are sleeping but definitely not while …

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The Healing Power of Taking a Break

Updated on September 11, 2026April 18, 2022

We all need a break from things in life. Our jobs, our family, aging parents, our never ending to-do lists, and yes, even our dogs. Especially if our dogs have chronic conditions. Daisy was diagnosed with Horners Syndrome at the …

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PetLab Probiotic Chews: Worth the hype?

Updated on September 11, 2026February 27, 2022

I will do anything and I mean anything for my dogs so when I saw the ad for PetLab Probiotic Chews and the claim that it could help stop the licking and chewing of allergies, of course I had to …

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4 Must Haves to Clean with Pets

Updated on September 11, 2026January 17, 2022

If you have pets, you will have messes. There is just no way around it. I have discovered four must haves to keep my house clean with pets so that I don’t have to run around like a maniac after …

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Best 3 Rugs if You Own Pets

Updated on September 11, 2026January 1, 2022

Did you know that most interior designers say rugs are the one thing not to splurge on even if you don’t have pets? Do you know why? Because you don’t want to break the bank on something that will eventually …

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Dog Allergies: Allergy-Proof Your Home

Updated on September 11, 2026December 26, 2021

Is your dog constantly licking its paws? Scratching its ears? Shaking its head? Chances are your dog has allergies. I know about this all too well as one of our dogs has chronic allergies. We aren’t talking just the seasonal …

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Pet-Friendly Textiles

Updated on September 11, 2026December 9, 2021

There is something about textiles that just draws me to them like a magnet when I enter any home decor store or even Target for that matter. One look at the Studio McGee line and my eyes glaze over and …

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Hi, I’m Jill. After more than 20 years of volunteering with rescues and shelters, I created Planning with Pooches to offer honest advice and practical help for life with a dog. Because loving your dog doesn’t mean you have to figure everything out alone.

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