Colleen Stinchcombe
Colleen Stinchcombe lives near Seattle, WA, where she works as a writer, editor, and content strategist. Her two rescue pups wish she were a professional ball-thrower.
Recent Kinship articles by Colleen Stinchcombe
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Why Do Dogs Eat Poo?
What to do when your dog has questionable tastes
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Here’s the Potty Training Game Plan You’ve Been Waiting For
Seven key tips you’ll want to pay attention to
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Why Is My Dog Shaking? Causes and Treatment
A vet explains why the weather isn’t always to blame
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What to Expect At Puppy Socialisation Classes
A dog behaviourist schools us on why puppy classes are more about socialising than getting straight As
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Dog Training Treats They Will Sit, Stay – You Name It – For
A behaviourist reveals the most mouth-watering treats for training your pup
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When a Cough Isn’t Just a Cough
Seven reasons to be concerned when your dog is coughing, according to veterinarians
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Tricks to Get Your Pup to Swallow a Pill
Five vet-approved techniques to make tablets go down easy
Does Your Dog Need Anti-Anxiety Meds?
How to cope with dog anxiety – from training to medication
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Dog Walking 101: How Often You Should Walk Your Dog
Your dog may need more exercise than you think, according to three pet experts
