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5 Ways to Entertain Your New Puppy During Cold Weather

Snowy weather doesn’t have to limit your puppy’s playtime options. In fact, a snowy day can provide even more fun! A fresh blanket of snow can make a trip to the park exciting for your puppy and can transform your familiar backyard into a winter wonderland.  Petland Kansas City has put together a list of […]

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5 Winter Hazards for Puppies

Snowy weather is here to stay for the next three months! For anyone who loves the holidays, snowfall, and the magic of winter, this time of year is cause for celebration. As you and your new puppy enjoy all the festivities that December, January, and February have to offer, you’ll want to make sure that […]

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Fun Ways to Bond with Your First Puppy

The moment you bring your new puppy home, you begin a journey together that has the potential to build mutual respect and trust. Dogs appreciate clear communication and fixed rules. When you are clear and consistent, your puppy will not only learn faster but will bond with you quicker and more deeply!  This means that […]

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Therapy Dogs: How Puppies Can Make a Difference This Veterans Day

Veterans Day is coming up next month, and Petland Kansas City eagerly awaits the holiday to honor America’s brave veterans. Did you know there’s a special day this month that celebrates veterans and their furry friends? Yup! October 21st is National Pets for Veterans Day. Though this national day of honor hasn’t been around long, […]

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How to Know Which Puppy to Buy at the Pet Store

In order to know which puppy to buy at the pet store, you must first be aware of the two factors that contribute to a dog’s temperament long-term. These factors are their breed and the environmental experiences they have during their first 7 weeks. Puppies begin to socialize from the moment they’re born, and every […]

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Puppy Safety Tips for Halloween

Carve the pumpkins and spookify the porch! Halloween is officially here! Yippee Ki Yay, mother-puppers! If this is your first puppy Halloween, then it won’t be an ordinary holiday. In fact, we would go so far as to say your entire spooky season this year will have to be planned and executed differently. But hold […]

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10 Things You Should Know Before Getting A Puppy

Dogs are truly special. There are no other animals on earth like them. They are loving, loyal, and just plain happy pretty much all the time.  If you’re thinking about getting a puppy, there are 10 things you should know to help you prepare for the challenges and demands ahead.  This article will help you […]

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5 Best Family Dog Breeds

Choosing the right dog breed for your family is a big decision and can become complicated depending on the ages of your children, size of your home, and activity level of your family members.  Factors such as a dog’s size and lifespan can impact whether a breed is best for your family, but most importantly, […]

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Sexual Maturity in Puppies: What You Need to Know

Maturity happens the same way with all puppies. One minute you’re cuddling with a little adorable puppy, and the next you’re handling a fluffy, four-legged teenager!  When your puppy reaches the “teenager” phase, they’re testing its independence from you. That’s why they usually exhibit behaviors that you’ve never seen before from your fur-baby.  There’s one […]

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