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Dogs

Lisa Prater's lab mix, Dakota

Welcoming a new pet to your family can be an exciting experience if you take the time to research your options. When choosing a canine companion, it's important to think about how your dog will fit into your family.



Click on the link above or write to staff@livingthecountrylife.com to send our editors photos of your country canine, along with a 100-word description of all your pooch does around your acreage. Your photos will be posted online for everyone to enjoy. You could also be published in an issue of our magazine and receive $100! Sponsored by TriForce Squeeze-On, triple the force against fleas, ticks and mosquitos.

Helping your dog during thunderstorms

Why do some dogs fear thunderstorms? Nobody's quite sure. It could be the flash of lightening, the loud noise, or even sensitivity to changes in air pressure.


pet crate

Controlling Canine Obesity - Shape-up Pup Program

Obesity is a major problem in the United States -- for both people and dogs. And for both species, the solution is eating healthier and exercising. If you have a fenced-in area where your dogs can safely run, turn them loose, throw a stick or ball for them, and let them chase a rabbit or two.


dog with treat on nose

Dog poisoning prevention

Dogs and acreages go hand-in-hand, but there are many dangers that can befall a dog in the country.


Lisa Prater's lab mix, Dakota

Anti-barking birdhouse

While a barking dog may disturb fewer people in the country than in town, acreage dogs still need to mind their manners when neighbors are close. Here's a product that can help.


Dogs

Building a doghouse

If you consider your pooch to be a member of your family, it's only natural to want to make sure he has a safe place to rest.


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Animal house

Less than a half-hour commute from the big city sits a delightful oasis for both humans and animals.


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