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The 7 Best Pets Hair Dryers for 2023: A Buyer's Guide

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  It's time to dry off your dog now that they have been brought into and out of the bathtub. Dog hair dryers make grooming quicker and easier regardless of the type of fur they have. "There are coats that absolutely need it, and others that don't," explains grooming expert Julia Blackwell, creator of the at-home grooming company Pupwell. For instance, hypoallergenic dogs (such as doodles, yorkies, and poodles) require their hair to be dried quickly to prevent tangling while it dries. While some breeds, like Labradors, may prefer a warm hair dryer, doing without one won't cause their coats to tangle. Other breeds, like Labradors, have short hair that wicks away water, keeping the hair from sticking together. When picking a dryer, we asked groomers what to consider, and we also asked them which dryers they recommend pet owners use at home. We compared dozens of models, taking into account factors like heat, speed, and bundled extras. The Shelandy Pet Hair Fo...

The 10 Best Dog Training Collars 2023—And How to Use Them Safely

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Training your dog is one of the most important things you do as a pet parent. Teaching puppies not to jump, how to hold their bladder and where they can—and can’t— sit is crucial to developing happy, healthy adult dogs. Many dog owners use training collars as tools to curb bad habits. Some emit sounds or vibrations to divert your dog’s attention away from a naughty activity. Others are designed to create resistance if your dog moves in a certain way. Some use electric or static shocks to halt behavior. Training collars are not miracle solutions and they won’t work without your diligence and dedication to a consistent training regimen. But, they can definitely help if you’re stuck.   The Best Dog Training Collars at a Glance   ·         Best Overall: Educator E-Collar ·         Best for Boundary Training: Halo Collar ·         Best for Multi-Dog Households: Bousnic Dog Shock...