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The holiday season is a joyful time to gather with family and friends, decorate around the home, and enjoy traditions old and new. Keep your dog safe and happy with our tips for a fun, stress-free season.

Thanksgiving is a holiday that all family members can enjoy – including your dog. Follow these tips to make sure everyone can indulge and celebrate safely.

Keep your dog safe this Halloween with tips on avoiding candy, costumes, decorations, and stress from trick-or-treaters and loud noises.

Establishing a toilet training routine with puppies (usually at around three months old) requires time, effort, and consistency to yield results, but the benefits are well worth it.

As summer ends and school begins, both humans and dogs must adjust to new routines. With training and the right care, your dog can adapt smoothly.

Most dog bites are preventable. With responsible pet ownership, education, and awareness—particularly around children, who are most often bitten—we can significantly reduce the risk of dog bites. Here’s how to promote safer interactions with canines and prevent dog bites.

How can I keep my dog safe this spring? Clean air and sunshine means pollen, plants, bugs, and dirt – and a host of potential health and safety issues. Speak with your vet and follow these easy safety tips to enjoy the springtime.

Learn the difference between loving and spoiling your dog. Express affection in positive ways that don’t reinforce bad habits, or miscommunicate - since human expressions of affection can actually sometimes cause dogs stress instead of showing love!

The Boston Terrier is a great family pet! Learn why Bark Busters expert dog trainer and behavior therapist, Nicole Martel, loves this featured breed.