Susan McCullough

Award-winning writer Susan McCullough's books include Housetraining For Dummies, Senior Dogs For Dummies and Beagles For Dummies (all, Wiley). She lives with her husband, daughter and Golden Retriever in Vienna, Virginia.

Susan McCullough's Articles

american dog breeds
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All American Dog Breeds

A look at some all American dog breeds.
how to socialize your dog
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How to Socialize Your Dog

Proper dog socialization is crucial to your dog's future emotional health. Find out how to socialize your new dog or puppy by introducing him to kids, other dogs and more!
how to find a breeder
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How to Find a Great Breeder

Information and resources on finding a responsible and reputable dog breeder. Know what questions to ask a dog breeder before getting a new puppy.
dog poop color
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Dog Feces: What it Means

The consistency and color of dog poop and urine as well as general bathroom behavior are outward signs of a dog's health
dog crate training
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Quick Guide to Crate-Training

Crate training your dog can be a great way to help with house training. Here are some tips to crate training and potty training success!
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5 Calorie-Burning Dog Games

Spending the dog days of summer outdoors is wonderful, for a while. But too much time in the sun makes it easy for your pooch (and you) to get overheated. If you're passing a…
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Get Your Pooch a Playmate!

Of course your dog loves you - he follows you from room to room, he's always ready to accompany you on a walk, and if you're away even for just a few minutes, he greets you like…
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Sharing Office Space with Pets

Many Americans have discovered that working from home can have more advantages than working somewhere else. And if their dogs and cats could talk, they'd probably approve of…
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Combat Cabin Fever: Inside Dog

Winter weather can keep you and your dog from taking your daily jog or engaging in other outdoor exercise. For you, that's no problem - you can just take your outdoor run indoors…
dogs and chocolate
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No Chocolate for Fido!

If you're like many pet owners, you probably like to share a little of your food with your dog--but if you're considering giving him some of your Valentine's Day chocolates,…