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20 genius life hacks that every dog owner needs to know
These hacks are fantastic! They've really helped me as a dog owner.
D.G. Sciortino
02.08.17

Having a dog can be one of the greatest joys in life. And owning a dog just became even more awesome with these nifty hacks that every dog owner needs to know.

Upset Tummy Cure

Do you have a puppy with an upset tummy who can’t keep down food? Add some low sodium chicken broth to their water to help soothe their stomach. Here‘s how to make homemade chicken broth especially for your dog.

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Kong Stuffing Substitute

Does your dog love those Kong toys? Buying the stuffing to put inside them can be costly, but you can substitute it with some cheese or peanut butter.

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Know What Foods Are Harmful to Your Dogs

If you allow your dog to eat human food, you need to know what foods can be harmful, or even fatal, to them.

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Make Shampoo Easier to Apply

Diluting your dog shampoo makes it easier to apply (and it lasts longer).

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Doggie Ice Pops

Even your dogs deserve a cool treat on a hot day. You can make them an ice cake by filling a cake mold with water, chicken, broth, toys, and treats.

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Pill Pockets

Sometimes you have to get sneaky when you’re trying to get your dog to take some medicine. Here’s a recipe for DIY pill pockets, which are treats you can sneak their medication in.

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Store Dog Food in a Drawer

Have an unused drawer in your house? Use it to store your dog food for easy access.

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Squeegee Pet Hair Removal

A squeegee works great for scooping up pet hair.

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Prevent Spillage

You can prevent your dogs from making a mess with their food by installing their bowls in a drawer.

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Play Fetch on a Hill

This will tire them out faster!

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Play Dead When Your Dog Runs Away

Instead of chasing after your dog, you should lie down and pretend that you’re hurt. They will come running!

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Double Up on Collars

Adding an extra collar to your dog leash will allow you to control your dog with two hands.

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Use Parsley For Stinky Breath

Throw some parsley into your dog’s food to help freshen their breath.

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Toothbrush Alternative

If your dog hates getting their teeth brushed, you can rub some dog toothpaste on a bone or a rope toy.

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Clean Pet Stains With This Mixture

Got pet stains? Not a problem with this concoction.

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Understand Doggie Language

Like humans, dogs use body language to communicate. Here’s how you can understand them.

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Don’t Spend Money on Dog Toys

You can easily make them from your old jeans.

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Know Life Saving Techniques

All dog owners need to know how to perform CPR on their pets.

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Keep Food Fresher With a Pitcher

Using a pitcher to store dog food helps it to stay fresh and is much easier to dispense.

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Attach a Bottle Opener to Your Dog’s Collar

You can add a bottle opener to your dog’s collar or buy a dog tag that includes one.

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