{"id":168852,"date":"2022-07-14T15:49:55","date_gmt":"2022-07-14T15:49:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-keep-a-dog-at-home\/"},"modified":"2022-07-14T15:49:55","modified_gmt":"2022-07-14T15:49:55","slug":"how-do-you-keep-a-dog-at-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-keep-a-dog-at-home\/","title":{"rendered":"How do you keep a dog at home?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-keep-a-dog-at-home\/#How_do_you_keep_a_dog_at_home\" title=\"How do you keep a dog at home?\">How do you keep a dog at home?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-keep-a-dog-at-home\/#Is_it_good_to_keep_dog_at_home\" title=\"Is it good to keep dog at home?\">Is it good to keep dog at home?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-keep-a-dog-at-home\/#How_do_you_keep_a_dog_for_the_first_time\" title=\"How do you keep a dog for the first time?\">How do you keep a dog for the first time?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-keep-a-dog-at-home\/#How_do_I_keep_my_dog_home\" title=\"How do I keep my dog home?\">How do I keep my dog home?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-keep-a-dog-at-home\/#Is_it_OK_to_keep_a_dog_at_home_all_day\" title=\"Is it OK to keep a dog at home all day?\">Is it OK to keep a dog at home all day?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-keep-a-dog-at-home\/#Can_you_keep_a_dog_in_the_house\" title=\"Can you keep a dog in the house?\">Can you keep a dog in the house?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-keep-a-dog-at-home\/#What_does_a_dog_need_at_home\" title=\"What does a dog need at home?\">What does a dog need at home?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-keep-a-dog-at-home\/#Is_keeping_dogs_at_home_good\" title=\"Is keeping dogs at home good?\">Is keeping dogs at home good?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-keep-a-dog-at-home\/#Is_dog_Lucky_for_home\" title=\"Is dog Lucky for home?\">Is dog Lucky for home?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-keep-a-dog-at-home\/#What_are_the_disadvantages_of_keeping_a_dog_at_home\" title=\"What are the disadvantages of keeping a dog at home?\">What are the disadvantages of keeping a dog at home?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-keep-a-dog-at-home\/#Why_we_should_keep_dog_at_home\" title=\"Why we should keep dog at home?\">Why we should keep dog at home?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-keep-a-dog-at-home\/#Is_dog_good_for_first_time_owners\" title=\"Is dog good for first time owners?\">Is dog good for first time owners?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-keep-a-dog-at-home\/#What_should_I_do_on_the_first_day_of_my_dog\" title=\"What should I do on the first day of my dog?\">What should I do on the first day of my dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-keep-a-dog-at-home\/#What_should_I_do_with_my_dog_on_the_first_night\" title=\"What should I do with my dog on the first night?\">What should I do with my dog on the first night?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-keep-a-dog-at-home\/#How_do_I_make_my_dog_stay_home\" title=\"How do I make my dog stay home?\">How do I make my dog stay home?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-keep-a-dog-at-home\/#Where_should_you_keep_your_dog_when_you_are_not_home\" title=\"Where should you keep your dog when you are not home?\">Where should you keep your dog when you are not home?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-keep-a-dog-at-home\/#How_do_I_keep_my_dog_from_going_outside\" title=\"How do I keep my dog from going outside?\">How do I keep my dog from going outside?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-keep-a-dog-at-home\/#Is_it_OK_to_leave_a_dog_in_the_house_all_day\" title=\"Is it OK to leave a dog in the house all day?\">Is it OK to leave a dog in the house all day?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-keep-a-dog-at-home\/#Can_a_dog_be_left_alone_for_8_hours\" title=\"Can a dog be left alone for 8 hours?\">Can a dog be left alone for 8 hours?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-keep-a-dog-at-home\/#What_should_I_do_if_I_left_my_dog_at_home_for_a_day\" title=\"What should I do if I left my dog at home for a day?\">What should I do if I left my dog at home for a day?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-keep-a-dog-at-home\/#Is_12_hours_too_long_to_leave_a_dog_alone\" title=\"Is 12 hours too long to leave a dog alone?\">Is 12 hours too long to leave a dog alone?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-keep-a-dog-at-home\/#Can_I_keep_my_dog_in_my_room_all_day\" title=\"Can I keep my dog in my room all day?\">Can I keep my dog in my room all day?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-keep-a-dog-at-home\/#Can_you_keep_a_dog_in_your_room\" title=\"Can you keep a dog in your room?\">Can you keep a dog in your room?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-keep-a-dog-at-home\/#How_long_can_you_leave_a_dog_inside_the_house\" title=\"How long can you leave a dog inside the house?\">How long can you leave a dog inside the house?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-keep-a-dog-at-home\/#What_are_10_things_you_need_for_a_dog\" title=\"What are 10 things you need for a dog?\">What are 10 things you need for a dog?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_keep_a_dog_at_home\"><\/span>How do you keep a dog at home?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>More Tips for Keeping Your Dog From Escaping the Yard<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Install an airlock or double gate.  <\/li>\n<li>Get your dog a Puppy Bumper.  <\/li>\n<li>Make sure all the latches on gates and fences are secure.  <\/li>\n<li>Make the yard their happy place.  <\/li>\n<li>Don&#8217;t leave dogs alone out there for long periods of time or any time when you can&#8217;t supervise.<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_good_to_keep_dog_at_home\"><\/span>Is it good to keep dog at home?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>There are many health benefits of owning a pet. They can increase opportunities to exercise, get outside, and socialize. Regular walking or playing with pets can decrease blood pressure, cholesterol levels, and triglyceride levels. Pets can help manage loneliness and depression by giving us companionship.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_keep_a_dog_for_the_first_time\"><\/span>How do you keep a dog for the first time?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>7 Things You Can Do to Help Your Dog Live Longer<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Feed Your Dog a Healthy and Balanced Diet.  <\/li>\n<li>Dental Care.  <\/li>\n<li>Keep Your Dog Active, But Don&#8217;t Overdo It.  <\/li>\n<li>Provide Mental Enrichment and Stimulation.  <\/li>\n<li>Regular Veterinary Visits.  <\/li>\n<li>Supplements.  <\/li>\n<li>Pay Extra Attention.<\/li>\n<p>3 May 2021<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_keep_my_dog_home\"><\/span>How do I keep my dog home?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>More Tips for Keeping Your Dog From Escaping the Yard<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Install an airlock or double gate.  <\/li>\n<li>Get your dog a Puppy Bumper.  <\/li>\n<li>Make sure all the latches on gates and fences are secure.  <\/li>\n<li>Make the yard their happy place.  <\/li>\n<li>Don&#8217;t leave dogs alone out there for long periods of time or any time when you can&#8217;t supervise.<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_OK_to_keep_a_dog_at_home_all_day\"><\/span>Is it OK to keep a dog at home all day?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>How long is too long when leaving a dog home alone? <b>2 hours a day is the limit. They are not used to being home alone. They need to pee more and can develop separation anxiety.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_keep_a_dog_in_the_house\"><\/span>Can you keep a dog in the house?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Can a dog stay inside all day? <b>An indoor dog should be able to spend a day (not more than eight hours) alone at home without separation anxiety, accidents or destructive behaviours. However, it&#8217;s important that they are taken outside for a long walk and bathroom break before leaving them inside for the day.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_a_dog_need_at_home\"><\/span>What does a dog need at home?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Dog Supply Checklist<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Premium-quality dog food and treats.<\/li>\n<li>Food dish.<\/li>\n<li>Water bowl.<\/li>\n<li>Toys, toys and more toys, including safe chew toys.<\/li>\n<li>Brush  comb for grooming, including flea comb.<\/li>\n<li>Collar with license and ID tag.<\/li>\n<li>Leash.<\/li>\n<li>Carrier (for smaller dogs)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_keeping_dogs_at_home_good\"><\/span>Is keeping dogs at home good?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dogs are more than just cuddly companions  <b>research continues to show that pets bring real health benefits to their owners. Having a dog around can lead to lower levels of stress for both adults and kids. They&#8217;ve been found to decrease the risk of asthma in children and have been linked to lower blood pressure.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_dog_Lucky_for_home\"><\/span>Is dog Lucky for home?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>As your house pet, dogs symbolize loyalty and protection. According to Vastu Shastra, the dog should have a kennel facing towards the north direction. Also, <b>it is favourable for home. Ensure that the entrance of the dog house and the entrance of your home is the same.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_disadvantages_of_keeping_a_dog_at_home\"><\/span>What are the disadvantages of keeping a dog at home?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Cons of Having a Dog<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>You Always Need to Be Available. Your dog will depend on you for food, water, walks, cuddles  <\/li>\n<li>Hiring a Pet Sitter When You&#8217;re Away.  <\/li>\n<li>Costs of Food, Healthcare and Everything in Between.  <\/li>\n<li>You Need to Train Your Dog.  <\/li>\n<li>Cleaning the Poop.  <\/li>\n<li>Dogs Chew Stuff and Knock Things Over.  <\/li>\n<li>Hair Everywhere.  <\/li>\n<li>Conclusion.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>31 May 2022<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_we_should_keep_dog_at_home\"><\/span>Why we should keep dog at home?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Experts believe that <b>dogs help to reduce stress and anxiety levels in humans if they spend enough time with them. After a stressful working day, petting, cuddling, and spending some fun time with your pet dog can help reduce your stress significantly and make you feel happy.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_dog_good_for_first_time_owners\"><\/span>Is dog good for first time owners?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Golden retrievers are lovable, affectionate and gentle dogs that can thrive in any household. They will get along well with everyone including children and other pets. They love to learn, which makes them easy to train and therefore a great choice for a first time dog owner.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_should_I_do_on_the_first_day_of_my_dog\"><\/span>What should I do on the first day of my dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Here are the eight essential steps:<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Remain Calm. When you pick the dog up, everyone must remain calm.  <\/li>\n<li>Take a Long Walk.  <\/li>\n<li>Introduce Your Home.  <\/li>\n<li>Take The Tour.  <\/li>\n<li>No Touch, No Talk, No Eye Contact.  <\/li>\n<li>The Feeding Area.  <\/li>\n<li>The Dog&#8217;s Bedroom.  <\/li>\n<li>Exude Calm-Assertive Energy.<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_should_I_do_with_my_dog_on_the_first_night\"><\/span>What should I do with my dog on the first night?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Your First Night<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>An hour before you go to bed, consider putting any water away help your new dog maintains an empty bladder overnight.<\/li>\n<li>Make sure your new dog goes to the bathroom before bedtime.  <\/li>\n<li>Consider keeping your new dog kenneled in your bedroom, at least initially.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_make_my_dog_stay_home\"><\/span>How do I make my dog stay home?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Training your dog to be left alone<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Step 1 &#8211; stay in bed. Begin by encouraging your dog to go to their bed and stay there for a short while with you in the room with them.  <\/li>\n<li>Step 2 &#8211; move away.  <\/li>\n<li>Step 3 &#8211; increase the distance and length of time.  <\/li>\n<li>Step 4 &#8211; leave the room.  <\/li>\n<li>Step 5 &#8211; try longer periods.  <\/li>\n<li>Relevant documents.<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_should_you_keep_your_dog_when_you_are_not_home\"><\/span>Where should you keep your dog when you are not home?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Keeping your dog in <b>a crate when left home alone requires a comfy bed and access to water. They will spend much of their time sleeping, so it tends to be better for less active dogs, or you&#8217;ll need to make it up to them when you return. Crates also protect your home from damage and accidents.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_keep_my_dog_from_going_outside\"><\/span>How do I keep my dog from going outside?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>So let&#8217;s jump into the top 10 Tips and Tricks on how to keep your dog out of your lovely garden.<\/b><\/p>\n<li>#1  Set up a Pet Fence Around Your Garden.<\/li>\n<li>#2  Spiky or Pokey Barrier.<\/li>\n<li>#3  Spice  Stink Things Up.<\/li>\n<li>#4 Use a Motion Activated Sprinkler.<\/li>\n<li>#5 Train Them To Recognize The NoNo Zones.<\/li>\n<li>#6 Create a Pooch Path.<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_OK_to_leave_a_dog_in_the_house_all_day\"><\/span>Is it OK to leave a dog in the house all day?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>An adult dog can be left alone for up to four to six hours a day, as a very general rule of thumb. However, this number can vary widely on several factors, such as: Your Dog&#8217;s Training.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_a_dog_be_left_alone_for_8_hours\"><\/span>Can a dog be left alone for 8 hours?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>An adult dog can be left alone for up to four to six hours a day, as a very general rule of thumb. However, this number can vary widely on several factors, such as: Your Dog&#8217;s Training.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_should_I_do_if_I_left_my_dog_at_home_for_a_day\"><\/span>What should I do if I left my dog at home for a day?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Most experts agree you shouldn&#8217;t leave your adult dog alone for more than eight to 10 hours, but some dogs (especially ones with small bladders) can&#8217;t last that long. DO prepare your dog before you go.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_12_hours_too_long_to_leave_a_dog_alone\"><\/span>Is 12 hours too long to leave a dog alone?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Do&#8217;s for leaving your pet home alone:<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Give your dog a safe space.  <\/li>\n<li>Leave water and a temperature-controlled room.  <\/li>\n<li>Show your dog that being home alone isn&#8217;t so bad.  <\/li>\n<li>Leave on some background noise.  <\/li>\n<li>Give your dog a food toy or food puzzle.  <\/li>\n<li>Make a big fuss.  <\/li>\n<li>Forget to arrange a visit for your dog to have a mid-day walk.<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_keep_my_dog_in_my_room_all_day\"><\/span>Can I keep my dog in my room all day?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Again, dogs are social creatures and do not enjoy being by themselves all the time. <b>DON&#8217;T expect your dog to hold it for more than 8 hrs! It&#8217;s cruel to expect a dog to hold it for a long time until it&#8217;s convenient for you to take him or her out. DON&#8217;T keep your dog inside a laundry room!<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_keep_a_dog_in_your_room\"><\/span>Can you keep a dog in your room?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>As long as your dog doesn&#8217;t disrupt your sleep or doesn&#8217;t get into any trouble around the house, there really aren&#8217;t any wrong choices. The choice also depends on your dog. All dogs are different and they have different needs. If your dog gets into trouble at night it might be best to keep him in the bedroom or crate.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_can_you_leave_a_dog_inside_the_house\"><\/span>How long can you leave a dog inside the house?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The PDSA says dogs shouldn&#8217;t be left alone on a regular basis for more than four hours. Modern Dog Magazine says crated dogs shouldn&#8217;t be left home alone for more than three or four hours. PAWS Chicago, a nonprofit no-kill shelter, says <b>five to six hours is the max for an adult dog<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_10_things_you_need_for_a_dog\"><\/span>What are 10 things you need for a dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>10 Things You Need Before You Bring Home a Dog<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A Right-Sized Leash. 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