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Whether you buy your dog food and treats one bag at a time or prefer to buy in bulk, storing it properly is key to keeping it fresh, nutritious and delicious for your furry family member. How Long Does Unopened Dog Food Last? You may be wondering how long you can keep and store PEDIGREE® dog food. Here’s what you need to know to store like a pro and keep your pup safe. Start with the Shelf Life Of course you want your dog to eat nutritious food, which is why you should know how long we guarantee our products....

Some puppy owners encourage their puppy to sit beside them on the couch, while others find this behavior unacceptable. If you choose not to let your puppy on the couch, or other furniture, it's best to train him to stay off the furniture while he is still a puppy, before he gets too used to getting comfortable on the couch. The following article will provide you with tips on training your puppy so he understands the 'off' command. Why does he want to sit on the furniture anyway? Your puppy may not be misbehaving when he jumps up on the...

Like any adorable baby, puppies have unique needs, especially concerning their diet. The right food and nutrition while they’re small can help them grow into healthy, strong adults — despite our wishes for them to stay this small and cute forever. Here’s everything you need to know about your puppy’s diet. Puppies Need Puppy Food Puppies should usually be weaned off their mother’s milk when they’re around 7 to 8 weeks old. Then they need food that’s formulated for a puppy’s unique nutritional needs — like any of the PEDIGREE® puppy foods. Puppies grow fast, so they require more nutrient- and...

You may know from experience that it can be quite a challenge to potty train a small dog. Small dogs have smaller bowels and bladders, yet have to process more food and water for their size than larger dogs. As a result, they may need to eliminate more often—and that means more responsibility for you. It's not surprising that house-training failure is the #1 reason small dogs lose their homes. That's why many owners of small dogs have adopted the litter box as their training method of choice. Those who support litter box training say it can virtually eliminate 'accidents'...

There are so many varieties and styles of leashes on the market these days. So how do you know which one is best for your active dog? Here are a few ways to make a better-informed decision. And, because many dog owners also buy a collar (or harness) when they choose their leash, we’ll take a look at those, as well. Material differences Search the shelves and pegboards of a large pet supply store and you’ll find that leashes, collars, and harnesses can be made of leather, nylon, metal chain, and even mountain-climbing rope. Many of those products feature one...