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Bully Sticks - Which Ones Should You Buy?

Bully sticks are not an inexpensive chew so maximize your investment by increasing your knowledge about pizzle. Learn about common bully stick myths and what you should look for when buying bully sticks (pizzle).

September 25, 2020 — GD CO.

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Minnesota State Fair 2020 Online Marketplace - A First of Its Kind!

As most of us know all too well, fairs across the country have been cancelled due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The biggest state fair in the country - the MN State Fair - is no exception. Nonetheless, interested vendors were given the opportunity to participate in the first ever Minnesota State Fair Online Marketplace starting August 4, 2020 and running through December 31, 2020. GREAT DOG CO. will participate along with several hundred other vendors. Make sure to take advantage of all the GREAT deals!

August 04, 2020 — GD CO.

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How Old is Your Dog Really?

Recently I decided to research dog age after running into a woman who described her Golden as old. When I inquired about the dog’s age I learned he was only 8 years old. In comparison I have a 55 pound dog who is 7 years old. I would never describe him as old, not even on his way to being old. But should I?

July 09, 2020 — GD CO.

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Went to Play Frisbee and Caught a Dog

The fun of Frisbee fetch in Pleasant Lake near our house turned to pain and an unexpected Sunday expense when we noticed a lead sinker and monofilament line dangling from our dog, Chuck's, mouth.

May 03, 2020 — GD CO.

It's a GREAT Time to be a Dog

We are all living in strange and uncertain times at the moment. For dogs, however, it's awesome - at least here in Minnesota. Honestly I've never seen so many dogs being walked. Let's all commit to continuing to walk our dogs after life returns to "normal."

March 23, 2020 — GD CO.

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Dog Memory

What kind of memory do dogs possess? Dogs' long-term memory is very different from ours. We store information about events or episodes we've experienced (episodic memory) and by recall of general facts (semantic memory). A dog remembers by associating a specific activity with what they see, smell or hear or whether they have a positive or negative memory of it (associative memory). Humans should incorporate what we know about dogs' memory when they train, discipline and interact with their dogs to not only shape their behavior but to also build stronger bonds with them. Learn more at GREAT DOGS - www.greatdogco.com.

January 16, 2020 — GD CO.

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Why Choose Freeze-Dried Dog Chews?

There seems to be more and more freeze-dried dog chews on the market today. But why? What exactly is freeze-drying; and why should I choose freeze-dried dog chews for my dog? The many advantages of freeze-dried dog chews is discussed as well as other useful information consumers should know. Learn more at GREAT DOGS - www.greatdogco.com

December 06, 2019 — GD CO.

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Tendon Chews for Dogs

Looking for one of the healthiest, tastiest and coveted dog chews available? Look no further as Tendon Chews for dogs is it! What's so great about Tendon Chews for dogs you ask? For starters, Tendon Chews are easily and fully digestible making them a much safer alternative to rawhide chews which are not fully digestible. Tendon chews are tough fibrous bands of connective tissue that attach muscles to bones. They are rich in collagen, glucosamine, chondroitin sulfate and elastin. The fibrous texture makes them great at cleaning teeth while maximizing chewing pleasure. The best tendons for dogs come from large animals such as cattle and bison. Learn more at GREAT DOGS - www.greatdogco.com.

November 13, 2019 — GD CO.

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Single Ingredient Dog Chews?

First off, what the heck are Single Ingredient dog chews? As the name implies, single ingredient dog chews contain just that - a single ingredient. That means no fillers such as low quality by-products like corn or wheat, and no added chemicals, artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives. That makes them perfect for all dogs and especially for dogs with stomach issues and food allergies. Keep reading to learn more about what else makes them so great as well as which ones are best at GREAT DOGS - www.greatdogco.com.

November 05, 2019 — GD CO.

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ALL ABOUT GREAT DOGS - Dog's Eyes Evolved to Appeal to Humans

Dog's Eyes Evolved to Appeal More to Humans According to Research

As reported by Sean Coughlan of the BBC on June 18, 2019 (https://www.bbc.com/news/education-48665618) - Researchers have found that dogs have evolved muscles around their eyes allowing them to make expressions that particularly appeal to humans. Is it any wonder we can't resist those certain looks we get from our furry, four-legged family members? Learn more at GREAT DOGS - www.greatdogco.com.

October 02, 2019 — GD CO.

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