The Feral Dog Blog
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What Makes a Dog "Feral"? Understanding the Wild Spirit in Every Canine
When we named our company Feral Dogs, we weren't talking about dangerous, uncontrollable animals roaming the streets. We were talking about something deeper. Something that every dog owner recognizes in their companion when they circle three times before lying down,...
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Your Dog's Leash Is the Most Important Piece of Safety Equipment You Own. So Why Did You Buy the Cheapest One?
You spent weeks researching the right food for your dog. You debated kibble versus raw. You read reviews on beds, crates, toys, and supplements. You probably spent more time choosing your dog's shampoo than most people spend buying their own....
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That Bag of Dog Treats in Your Pantry? Flip It Over. The Ingredient List Will Make You Angry.
You grabbed a bag of treats off the shelf at the pet store last week. The packaging had a golden retriever on it. It said "natural" in big letters. Maybe it even said "made with real chicken." You felt good...
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Why Your $15 Leash Will Fail You (And What to Use Instead)
You're walking your dog. Everything's fine. Then suddenly, a squirrel. Your dog lunges. You feel the leash go taut, hear a snap, and watch in horror as your dog bolts toward the street. That cheap leash you bought at the...
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The $15 Tool That Actually Calms Your Anxious Dog (And Why It Works)
Your dog is pacing. Again. The storm outside hasn't even started yet, but they already know it's coming. Or maybe it's bath time, and they've somehow developed the ability to read your mind and are now hiding under the bed....
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Why Handcrafted Gear Matters in a Mass Produced World
We live in an era defined by disposable goods. Walk into any big box pet store and you are surrounded by walls of cheap nylon and flimsy plastic clips. As founders of this brand and parents to a powerful American...
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The "Real Food" Revolution: Why We Ditched Processed Treats
As founders of this brand and parents to two girls, an American Bully nearing her sixth birthday and a spunky Boston Terrier puppy under a year old, we have spent years obsessing over the back of ingredient labels. We have...
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Stray vs. Feral: Reclaiming the Spirit of the Modern Canine
As founders of this brand and parents to an American Bully and a Boston Terrier, we spend a lot of time thinking about what it means for a dog to be truly fulfilled. People often flinch when they hear the...
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The Feral Misconception: Why We Chose Our Name
When most people hear the word feral they immediately picture a stray animal. They imagine a dog scavenging for scraps in an alleyway or living on the fringes of society without a home. The dictionary definition supports this idea by...
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Why Freeze Dried Treats Are Worth Every Penny (And Why We Use Them)
There's a reason freeze dried treats cost more than the cheap bags of biscuits at the grocery store. Actually, there are about a dozen reasons, but they all come down to one simple truth: what you pay for is what...
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The Simple Frozen Treat That Turns Your Dog Into a Calm, Happy Genius
There's something magical about watching a dog completely lose themselves in a frozen treat. The world stops existing. All that matters is the licking, the cold sensation on their tongue, and whatever delicious thing they're working on getting out of...
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Why What You Feed Your Dog Today Shapes Their Tomorrow
You know that feeling when you skip the drive-through and actually cook a real meal at home? Your body thanks you for it. The same goes for your dog, except they can't make that choice for themselves. That's where you...