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Dog is man’s best friend, we’ve been told. “My dog is a member of the family,” we tell each other. Yet the book “The Truth about Dogs” points out another side of our canine friends: dogs steal the food off our plates, take the best spot on the couch, and routinely destroy our property. Just who is this dog creature, anyway? Perhaps only you, in partnership with your dog, can determine that. But this guide can surely help you find the Web’s best resources for care of this mysteriously lovable pet.

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Dog Ownership

Adding a dog to your family is a big step—and a bigger commitment than most people realize. ... read more »

Choosing a Dog

Once you’ve determined you’re ready for a dog, the fun part comes: what kind of pooch ... read more »

Caring for a Dog

There’s a lot that goes into the day-to-day care of a dog, like establishing a daily routine ... read more »

Dog Health Information

Armed with the right resources, there’s a lot you can do to help keep your dog healthy. ... read more »

Buying Dog Supplies Online

Whether you want to save money on flea medication or dog food, find a snazzy dog sweater, or buy a ... read more »

For the Traveling Dog Owner

If you’re of the “have dog, will travel” mindset, you’re in luck: the ... read more »

Dog News, Blogs, and Forums

The Web is overflowing with magazines, blogs, and communities devoted to all things canine. ... read more »

Connect With Dog Owners

If your canine companion isn’t really a dog park kind of guy and you’re just not meeting other dog owners, use the sites below to connect with like-minded people. Dog lovers from all over come together on these community sites to share pictures, swap stories, glean dog care tips and advice, and make new friends.

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As with any situation in which you post a profile on a Web site, be careful about how much personal information you provide on any of these sites. Not everyone has the best intentions, and even dog owners can be deceitful and potentially use your information for unscrupulous purposes.

Use common sense when meeting an online acquaintance in person. Consider meeting in a public place and let someone know ahead of time where you are going and whom you’ll be with.

If you’ve arranged a play date for your pup with a new dog that you’ve “met” online, be aware that dogs have a very complex social structure, and the introduction may be a tense one. Use the advice offered by the Humane Society of the United States to help minimize any “first date” jitters.

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Meetup is a community meeting place for people who share a common interest. Enter your zip code and interest, be it boxers or pugs, deaf dogs or senior dogs, and you’ll find a list of groups that share your passion. Take a look at the Meetup Group pages for descriptions, event calendars, photos, and member profiles.

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Dogster , as its name might suggest, is the Friendster/MySpace/Facebook of the canine world. It’s a social network of dogs—and the people who love them. Create a free Web page for your dog with photos and stories, and connect with other dog enthusiasts.

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DateMyPet.com takes some of the stress out of the whole online dating scene: while you’re busy finding a “date” or friend for your dog, you might find one yourself, too. Make a joint profile for yourself and your dog, type in your zip code, and explore the dating community.

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