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DJANGO Dog Blog - The Best Dog Toys: Plush, Interactive, & Tough Toys for Big and Small Pets - djangobrand.com

The Best Dog Toys: Plush, Interactive, & Tough Toys for Big and Small Pets

June 23, 2020 6 Comments

There are an overwhelming number of dog toys on the market. It might seem impossible to know which dog toys are the best quality, which ones will fall apart after 2 minutes of chewing, and which ones are 100% worth the cost.

We've treated our dachshund Django to countless toys over the years and have done a ton of research on toys in this time! In this DJANGO Dog Blog article, we highlight the absolute best dog toys. Each of the toys we include on this list are loved by dogs, dog owners, and rated 5-stars on Amazon.

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DJANGO Dog Blog - Instagram Most Famous Dogs and Dogfluencers in New York City - djangobrand.com

15 NYC Dogs You Should Follow on Instagram

May 18, 2020 2 Comments

Need more dogs in your life? We've rounded up New York City's most loved celebrity dogs that are definitely worth following on Instagram. Each of these dogs is absolutely adorable, incredibly witty, and well-known throughout the Big Apple and broader Instagram dog community.

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10 Best Small Dog Breeds to Take Hiking and Backpacking

10 Best Small Dog Breeds to Take Hiking and Backpacking

May 04, 2020 2 Comments

Are you looking for a smaller dog well suited for adventure? Here are the top dog breeds best suited for hiking, backpacking, and outdoor adventuring. In compiling this list we've considered athleticism, obedience, behavior, and other personality traits. Each of these dogs is small but mighty and built for outdoor adventures.

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DJANGO Dog Blog - Is It Safe to Fly Your Dog in Cargo?

Is It Safe to Fly Your Pet in Cargo?

January 15, 2020 15 Comments

Is the cargo area safe for pet travel? Will dogs too large for in-cabin pet travel be comfortable in the hold of the plane?

There are preconceived notions that cargo pet travel is unsafe, stressful, and something to be avoided. Rather than jump to this conclusion ourselves, we did a lot of research to better understand pet travel in cargo: what cargo pet travel actually is, potential risks and hazards with putting dogs or cats in cargo, and recent statistics on pet safety.

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DJANGO Dog Blog - Best french bulldog gifts for frenchie lovers

The Ultimate French Bulldog Lovers Gift Guide

November 15, 2019 1 Comment

Looking for the perfect gift for a french bulldog lover in your life? We've compiled our favorite frenchie-themed goods for every member of the family.

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The Best Winter Coats For Dachshunds and Hard-To-Fit Adventure Dogs

The Best Winter Coats For Dachshunds and Other Hard-To-Fit Adventure Dogs

October 17, 2019 1 Comment

After living in NYC for many years, Mike and I (Steph) moved to Oregon in mid 2016 with our dog Django. October rolled around, and Mike and I began to understand why Portlanders call rain the "Portland mist". It seemed to drizzle and rain continuously. Unfortunately, this meant that by the end of every hike, Django would be cold and soaked with a mud-caked underbelly. 

Our rainy adventures in the Pacific Northwest inspired us to design two performance dog coats built to withstand cold, rain, mud, and snow: DJANGO's Reversible Puffer Dog Coat and City Slicker All Season Dog Jacket.

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DJANGO Dog Blog - Can I fly with my large dog in cabin?

Can large dogs fly in cabin on airlines?

July 30, 2019 3 Comments

Is there any airline that will allow my large dog to travel with us in the cabin?  This is a question we at DJANGO Dog Blog get frequently.

An increasing number of dog owners are traveling with their pups, both domestically and internationally. In this article we explore pet travel options for larger dogs - ones that do not fit under a plane seat in an airline-approved pet carrier.

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Intervetebral disc disease in dogs (IVDD) - Explanation, symptoms, causes, prevention and treatment options - by DJANGO - djangobrand.com

Intervertebral Disk Disease (IVDD) in Dogs | Causes, Prevention, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

October 12, 2018 20 Comments

When we first got 10 week old Django, Mike and I (Steph) would take him outside every 2-3 hours for bathroom breaks. Most of these trips consisted of Django sitting in the middle of a busy NYC sidewalk and staring down strangers until they came over to pet him. We met so many wonderful owners and fans of dachshunds. Surprisingly, so many of these New Yorkers had an unsolicited story to tell us about their dog and intervertebral disc disease (IVDD).

What exactly is IVDD? We did a LOT of research to better understand the unfortunate and often painful condition that affects 20% of dachshunds. Here is everything you need to know: causes and symptoms of the IVDD, prevention, and treatment options. 

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Flying with Pets In-Cabin to the United Kingdom

Flying with Pets In-Cabin to the United Kingdom

July 04, 2018 103 Comments

Mike and I started planning our first pet-friendly trip to London, England a few weeks ago. We've already been to Europe with Django once and even got him a EU Pet Passport in Paris. Planning the trip to London should be easy, right? Wrong. We quickly discovered that no airline offers in-cabin pet travel to the United Kingdom; pets are only allowed to fly to the UK in the hold.

The good news is there are safe travel options for getting to the UK with your dog without having to put him or her in cargo. Here are the best travel options for taking your pet dog or cat to the UK.

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We joined hundreds of sausage dogs at NYC's Dachshund Spring Fiesta (video)

We joined hundreds of sausage dogs at NYC's Dachshund Spring Fiesta (video)

April 30, 2018 10 Comments

... and it was as magical as you might expect. Check out our video montage of the biggest dachshund meetup in the nation!

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DJANGO - The story of a modern dog carrier bag and the long-haired dachshund who inspired the design - djangobrand.com

TOTES Magotes: The Story of a Modern Dog Carrier Bag and the Dachshund Who Inspired It

April 25, 2018 5 Comments

This is the story behind DJANGO's newest design, a waxed canvas and leather dog carrier bag designed for weekday commutes and weekend getaways. Inspired by life in New York City with a small but mighty adventure dog.

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How to Make Your Pet Instagram Famous

How to Make Your Pet Instagram Famous

March 01, 2018 147 Comments

Instagram is a huge community for people, pets and businesses. But it's not always easy to grow an account and get more followers.

    In late 2015, we launched our dog Django's Instagram account, @djangothegent. Fast forward two years, and Django has 64,000 Instagram followers and friends all over the world.

    Are you looking to grow your personal or pet Instagram account? After years of experience and success on Instagram, here is everything we've learned. Here are the 10 most important tips to grow your Instagram account, boost engagement, and get more followers.

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