As a dog lover, I understand the urge to pet or love every dog you see.

When it comes to pets, specifically in Michigan, pet owners do not play about their furry friends.

While I know you want to pet every dog you come across, however, there is a chance you should stay away.

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Dog Collar Colors & Their Meanings

While many colorful collars could be simply for aesthetic purposes, experts are warning that if you see a dog with a red leash, red harness, or red bandana, you should not approach that dog at any time.

Before you walk up to a dog, you should know what the colors of leashes and collars mean.

If you do not know the protocol, you can read the full-color code below.

Orange = I like people, but not other dogs.

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Green = I enjoy making new friends (both people and other dogs)

Light Yellow = I am nervous so please give me space

Blue - I am learning for work, not play!

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Purple = Do not feed me!

White = I am deaf or blind

Bright Yellow = I am looking for a new home (I am up for adoption)

Red = Stop, Give Me Space, Do Not Approach Me

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Pets Plus shared a graphic explaining everything you need to know regarding the color of a dog's leash and collar.

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Again, this collar and leash color code is something to follow so you can know whether the dog should or should not be encountered.

Did you know about these collar colors?

10 Things Your Pets Can Have Fun with This Summer (You Might Too!)

Sure, frisbees and tennis balls are cool and all, but have you checked out the latest gadgets that are available for Fido and Fifi? We've gathered 10 of them together for you to ponder, but be careful, you may find yourself wanting to "test" them out first.

Gallery Credit: JD Knight

Michigan Pets Names and Mom Nicknames

Michigan Pets usually have at least 2 names:
  1. The name they were given
  2. The name (or names) we call them
Here's a look at our favorite mitten state pets and the many names we have for them!

Gallery Credit: Scott Clow

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