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Potty Training
How to Train Your Puppy to Use a Puppy Pee Pad
Puppy pee pads are a popular dog potty solution, but can you really potty train your puppy with them? Check out our complete guide to...
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Potty Training
How to Potty Train a Dog that Won’t Pee Outside
Are you potty training your dog, but they refuse to pee outside? Believe it or not, some dogs need training to pee outdoors! Check out...
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Why Won't My Dog Poop on the Porch Potty?
Troubling dog behavior questions like "Why does my dog pee on the Porch Potty, but won't poopy on it?" answered by Certified Dog Trainer and...
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Grass For Dogs
Top 12 Questions About Porch Potty Grass Answered! 𑁋 Synthetic and Natural!
Want to know the best ways to embrace synthetic grass and natural sod for your Porch Potty? Have questions about your dog lounging on the...
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Indoor Dog Potty
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Porch Potty’s Pet Points have changed. But don’t worry, your Pet Points are safe! Check out the updates so you know about our new and...
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Dog Clean Up
How To Clean Your Porch Potty Depending on Where You Live
With dog parents across the country, every location has its average climate and temperature. These variations make everyone's Porch Potty experience slightly different. Let's go...
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Ask The Experts
Get to Know Siddhika Bhat: Porch Potty's Official Dog Trainer
Porch Potty is honored to have Siddhika Bhat, a professional dog trainer and behaviorist, join us for a special Q&A session. Check out what she...
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Puppy Proofing
Downsizing With a Dog While Navigating the Housing Market Crisis
With the current housing market shortage, many people are opting to downsize to smaller living spaces. Although you might be able to adjust to a...
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Puppy Proofing
Happy Howl-O-Ween: Top 4 Easy and Spooky Activities for Dogs!
Halloween is here, and you already have your dog’s costume picked out. But what kind of fun activities can dogs do on Halloween? Check out...
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Dog Clean Up
How To Thank Your Vet Tech For Their Outstanding Work!
Veterinary Technicians are specially trained to assist Veterinarians and help the office run smoothly. The work of vet techs should not go unnoticed, so let’s...
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Puppy Proofing
A New Twist on This Classic Dog Game: Celebrate National Fetch Day!
Need an excuse to play fetch with your dog? National Fetch Day is on October 15th! Check out why this holiday started and how you...
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Health & Safety
How to Know When Your Dog’s Digestion Isn’t on Track
When your dog has an upset stomach, there are multiple reasons why their digestion could be off track. Know when your dog needs a probiotic...
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Dog Clean Up
Keep Your Dog in the Game: How to Tell if Dogs Need Hip & Joint Support
Did you know that your dog's poor hip and joint health can cause major problems? How do these medical issues get to a severe level...
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Puppy Proofing
What Makes an Emotional Support Animal? 𑁋 An Interview with Matthew Carlson of Challenger Point
Do you know the legality of an Emotional Support Animal? How do these animals help people through mental health struggles or physical disabilities? Check out...
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Puppy Proofing
How to Raise Pet Care Awareness for National Dog Week
National Dog Week has a long history of encouraging proper pet care for dogs. Although most of us care for our furbabies, there are still...
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Dog Clean Up
Kibble Katcher Wins Product of the Year from the 2022 Independent Pet Innovation Awards
Kibble Katcher strikes again, taking home another pet product award! We’re honored to receive Product of the Year from the Independent Pet Innovation Awards in...
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Puppy Proofing
How Fidus Pet Concierge Communities are Making Pet Life Easier - And Working With Porch Potty
How dog-friendly is your apartment building? Are you faced with challenges living with a dog? Check out how Fidus Pet Concierge Communities is changing what...
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Dog Clean Up
Celebrate Hug Your Hound Day and Learn Fun Facts about these dog breeds
A hound dog can be any dog but for Hug Your Hound Day, let’s go over fun facts about the hound dog breed and ways...
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Health & Safety
What You Need to Know About Dog Immunizations and Preventing Disease
Vaccinating our pets is crucial to creating a safe environment for other pets and humans. But which immunizations do your dog need? Sometimes, it depends...
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Puppy Proofing
Dogs with Jobs: Emotional Support Dogs And Therapy Dogs
Do you know the difference between emotional support dogs and therapy dogs? Many people get the titles of these working dogs mixed up, so let’s...
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Dog Clean Up
Kibble Katcher Wins European Product Design Award for Spill-Proof Features and Beautiful, Clean Design
The Kibble Katcher has received the honor of winning the European Product Design Award for Pet Accessories! It’s the ultimate no-mess dog food and water bowl...
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Dog Clean Up
6 Pawsome Things To Do On International Dog Day!
A whole day to celebrate dogs?! That’s right! On August 26, it’s International Dog Day. So every dog lover worldwide can join in on the...
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Puppy Proofing
How To Help Shelter Pets In August: Make Way For Adoptions!
Clear the Shelters Day isn’t only for one day but a nationwide event that can occur on any day in August. It’s all about bringing...
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Puppy Proofing
Is Your Dog Nutrient Deficient?
Not sure if your dog is getting all the vitamins and minerals they did for a healthier life? Check out the signs of nutrient deficiencies...
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Meet the experts behind practical guidance for puppy potty training, behavior, health, safety, and everyday life with dogs.
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Siddhika Bhat
Certified dog trainer, dog behaviorist, and founder of Wag A Bond, Siddhika helps dog parents build deeper connections by understanding and respectfully working with their dog’s natural behaviors.
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Jennifer Sawyer, known as Vet Jenny, shares perspectives on dog health, care, and everyday wellbeing in the Porch Potty guide.
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