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    About Carol Bryant

    A dog lover of the highest order is how Gayle King introduced Carol Bryant, when she appeared with her Cocker Spaniel on Oprah Radio’s Gayle King show to dish dogs. Carol created and owns the trademark, My Heart Beats Dog® and lives that mantra. A 30-year veteran of the dog world, she is President of the Dog Writers Association of America (DWAA), the 2020 DWAA winner for Best Dog Blog, and the co-author of Pet Blogging for Love & Money.

    Pet Blogger Journey Challenge 2021

    Last Updated on January 15, 2021

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    We are interrupting our regular content for a peek behind the green curtain in our pet blogger journey. I've been pet blogging for 11 years, and wow what a journey it has been. Every year, a group … [Read more...]

    Dex The Halls 2020 Dog Photo Contest Winners

    Last Updated on December 23, 2020

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    Dex the Halls 2020 is in the bag and bow wow, this was one of our most paw-popular dog photo contest years to date. We've got winners! This was our 10th year for Fidose of Reality has hosted a dog … [Read more...]

    Top 10 Best Cocker Spaniel Ear Cleaners

    Last Updated on December 22, 2020

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    Cocker Spaniels are known for their beautiful, long, floppy ears, which means Cocker Spaniel ear cleaners are a must-have. Cleaning a Cocker Spaniel's ears means decreasing the likelihood of an ear … [Read more...]

    Cocker Spaniel Glaucoma: Surgical And Nonsurgical Options

    Last Updated on December 9, 2020

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    Help, Cocker Spaniel glaucoma is suspected in my dog, what do I do? Cocker Spaniels have some of the most endearing eyes of any dog breed, yet they have a higher-than-normal propensity to developing … [Read more...]

    Dex The Halls 2020 Holiday Dog Photo Contest

    Last Updated on December 23, 2020

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    It’s time for the annual Fidose of Reality Holiday Dog Photo Contest with ten prize packs to be awarded to ten winners. All dogs are welcome to participate in the holiday dog photo contest and each … [Read more...]

    Do Cocker Spaniels Like To Cuddle? 15 Dog Parents Share

    Last Updated on November 27, 2020

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    Cockers look like stuffed animals, so people often ask if Cocker Spaniels like to cuddle. Above all, he must be free and merry is part of the Cocker's breed standard, so of course, people want to … [Read more...]

    Ultimate Resource To Track Dog Health Records

    Last Updated on November 23, 2020

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    I went online looking for the ultimate resource to track dog health records including vet visits, his canine medications and supplements, my dog's food reactions, and daily observations. I couldn't … [Read more...]

    Watch The Pack Amazon Prime For Dog Lovers

    Last Updated on November 22, 2020

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    Calling all dog lovers: It’s time to join The Pack! If you are anything like me, you enjoy doing fun things and activities with your dog. That could mean taking walks, visiting the dog park, or … [Read more...]

    The Best Way To Cure A Cocker Spaniel Ear Infection

    Last Updated on November 30, 2020

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    One of the questions I am asked on a regular basis is the best way to cure a Cocker Spaniel ear infection. A Cocker Spaniel’s long, floppy ears that hang low to the ground make them the perfect … [Read more...]

    Can Dogs Eat Sweet Potatoes?

    Last Updated on November 3, 2020

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    In an ongoing quest to give feed my Cocker Spaniel healthy treats, I pondered ‘can dogs eat sweet potatoes?’ Ironically, sweet potatoes aren’t a potato at all. My dog eats regular potatoes on … [Read more...]

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    If you love dogs, you’ve come to the right blog. Cocker Spaniels are our specialty, and all dog lovers are welcome! Click on the categories above.
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    What I Do

    I am a journalist, blogger, and dog mom who is heavily ensconced in the pet world and pet industry. Dogs are my life and my career. I am not your dog’s veterinarian. This blog is a balance of well-researched and hands-on tips and advice coupled with expert feedback and fact. Always check with your dog’s traditional vet, holistic vet, or veterinary nutritionist before making any major changes to your dog’s regimen.

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