All posts by Mugdha Dokhale
Animal Rescue Myths Debunked: We Have Purebreds!
Jessica Arguelles for TAPACT Did you know – purebred dogs need rescuing too! While we love our Mexi-mutts here at The Animal Pad, we’re here to debunk a common myth about the dogs that find their way to animal rescues every day. Whether you’re in the market for your favorite dog breed or one that
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Start a Pet-Based Business Today Using This Resource Guide
:Guest Article by Tyler Evans of Dogzasters.com. Pet-based businesses are booming right now, in part because so many households adopted animals at the height of the pandemic when they knew they would be home a lot more. Now that so many people are going back to work outside the home, they’re looking for pet-sitters, dog-walkers, groomers,
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Puppy Mills 101
Image: https://www.thedowneypatriot.com/articles/use-extreme-caution-if-buying-a-puppy If you’ve ever considered getting a puppy, you may have been discouraged from purchasing one through a pet store or website, and for good reason: many pet stores and online vendors source dogs from puppy mills. If you’re unfamiliar, a puppy mill is an inhumane high-volume dog breeding facility that churns out puppies
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What to Do When You Lose (Or Find) a Dog: Step By Step Guide to Lost Pets
Photo: (Dogtime.com) Jessica Arguelles for TAPACT A lost dog can be one of the most stressful experiences for any pet owner- new or old. Whether you come home and find that your sweet pup isn’t greeting you at the door or find a scared dog wandering your neighborhood, there are so many mixed messages on
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5 Fun Ways To Build A Strong Bond With A Rescue Dog
: Robert Thomas, for TAP Senior dogs tug at your heartstrings with their grey muzzles and eyes that hold wisdom beyond their years. As your dog ages, it can sometimes feel hard to bond with them as they can no longer do all the things they did when they were puppies. Fortunately, there are tons
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Help TAPACT Bust Illegal Internet Puppy Sellers
:Jaquelin Yang, for TAPACT Image: https://www.galioninquirer.com/features/lifestyle/53602/dont-fall-for-internet-puppy-scams If you have friends or family who are looking to add a new pet to their home, we definitely recommend that they check local shelters and non-profit organizations first. Shelters often have all kinds of cats and dogs, and even if you have your heart set on a particular
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Positive Reinforcement – The Best Method for Training Your Rescue Pup
:Jaquelin Yang, for TAPACT The amount of content online about dog training is endless! It can be overwhelming trying to figure out which methods are right for you and your pup. In this article, we’ll be focusing on one strategy that has gained popularity in recent years for its effectiveness: positive reinforcement. Positive reinforcement focuses
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Best Crystal Charms for Dogs
Like us, dogs can face many health problems; luckily, some of them can be relieved with alternative, natural methods. For example, crystals can ease the pain, separation anxiety, or hyperactivity of your beloved dog. In addition, crystals’ calming vibe can help him both physically and emotionally.Using crystals for your dog’s wellbeing is simple. First, you
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TAPACT Answers: What Happens to Border Pups If We Don’t Buy Them?
:Nicole Young, for TAPACT Image: https://www.instagram.com/p/CMLS9vrjTZA/ One of the most common questions we get from fellow TAPACTivists and puppy lovers alike is what happens to the puppies being sold at the border if we don’t buy them? While we can’t make any guarantees, here are the most likely outcomes: They could be sold. Puppy vendors
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What to Do When You Spot a Puppy Seller
:Nicole Young, for TAPACT Image: https://www.instagram.com/p/B3SEqc9FOK2/ At TAPACT, we are dedicated to inspiring cultural change around the treatment of dogs and end the unethical commerce of our four-legged friends. One of the ways that we hope to achieve this goal is by working actively to stop the sale of puppies at the border. If you’ve
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