Dogs Recognize Themselves in Test Based on Smell, Not Sight

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Today we are sharing a really interesting article from The New York Times entitled 'Dogs Recognize Themselves in Test Based on Smell, Not Sight.' It has been a well-known fact that one of a dog's best attributes is their incredible sense of smell. We know that they can turn smell on and off and also recognize things such as a coming heart attack in a patient. (Dogs sense of smell really is incredible!) Today's article share just further adds to the wonder by acknowledging the fact that dogs recognizes themselves and other dogs by their sense of smell, not sight. To read this fascinating article and learn more visit the original article link here!

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5 Ways to Prevent Separation Anxiety

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Maybe you are a pet owner who has a pet with separation anxiety or perhaps you have friends in a similar situation. A lot of times because we love our animals so much we can foster their separation anxiety without even realizing it. So today we are sharing an article entitled '5 Ways to Prevent Separation Anxiety' in which they talk about a few key points to fostering the anxiety and how you can help avoid it.

5 Ways to Prevent Separation Anxiety

Are you guilty of accidentally nurturing your dog’s separation anxiety?

If you believe your dog's anxiety is beyond repair or want help in keeping them company for some short visits throughout the day, then Walking Wetnoses is here to help! We offer full-service pet sitting for all kinds of pets in and outside of your home: dogs, cats, horses, guinea pigs, snakes, gerbils, birds and more! Walking Wetnoses is licensed in Loudoun County, based in Purcellville VA, and is insured and bonded by Kennel Pro Insurance.

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Unusual Dog Names

We love all dog names, especially those that are uncommon and fun! Today we are sharing a cute photo blog from 'Modern Dog' in which they held a photo contest for dogs with unusual names.
"In our Photo Contest and our day-to-day lives, we at Modern Dog know that there are many dogs who have similar names. And there's nothing wrong with that -- those names are popular for a reason! However, there are some names that are extremely creative or wonderfully fitting for some doggies, and we're featuring some of our favorites below."

To view these adorable pups and their creative names visit the article link here! 

Whether your pup has a household favorite or an off-the-wall fun name, Walking Wetnoses is here! We offer full-service pet sitting for all kinds of pets in and outside of your home: dogs, cats, horses, guinea pigs, snakes, gerbils, birds and more! Walking Wetnoses is licensed in Loudoun County, based in Purcellville VA, and is insured and bonded by Kennel Pro Insurance.

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Merlin

How to prepare your pets for a hurricane

Good afternoon all,

With the latest weather the United States seems to be experiencing: fires in northwest, Hurricane Harvey in Texas and now Hurricane Irma hitting Florida, we wanted to share this brief yet informative article about preparing your pets for an upcoming hurricane. As much as it's hard to think about, a lot of pets end up lost after a big storm ravishes an area. And now with Hurricane Irma coming for Florida this weekend, we wanted to share this article which gives 5 helpful tips to prepare:
 http://www.animalmedicalcenterfla.com/hurricane.html
Even if you aren't personally being impacted by these storms you may know someone who might be, so please share these tips with them so they can keep their pets safe.

Thinking of everyone who has been impacted by Harvey or going to be impacted by Irma <3

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