A well-trained dog is a dog that is pleasant to be around. It is a dog that responds to your commands and anticipates what you are going to do or say in its presence. It is also a dog that is far less likely than a poorly trained dog to attack a human or animal [...]
I’ve had tons of emails asking what I personally do to entertain my canine friends, and what are the best dog toys for 2016. Well, here’s my top three “go to” dog toys. EXERCISE: THE CHUCK IT It’s not novel but it’s really effective at getting fetchers more exercise and it prevents me from having [...]
From mistletoe to ornaments and decorations to toxic plants and poisonous foods, danger is lurking around nearly every corner for your dog throughout the holidays. Keep your pooch safe all season long by following these holiday safety tips for pets! Around the Christmas Tree Your Christmas tree should be against a wall or in a [...]
Are you researching different dog breeds trying to find the perfect one to fit your personality and lifestyle? Today we’re highlighting the cocker spaniel. If you think you may be interested in this breed, this is a great place to start! Even if you've never even considered a cocker spaniel before, you just might change your [...]
Before you let your dog finish off your plate full of leftovers this Thanksgiving, take a close look to make sure no unsafe foods are present. Many traditional Thanksgiving foods can make your pet very sick. Make sure you, your friends, and your family know ahead of time what's safe and what isn't so no one accidentally poisons your [...]
Does your dog seem to get really worried when you’re about to leave the house? Does he follow you around from room to room when you’re packing up your suitcase? What about when you’re away? Does he tend to act abnormally and seem to misbehave when he’s left alone? Does he "go crazy" when you return and [...]
Anyone who owns a dog or has owned a dog in the past most likely knows that dogs have feelings and emotions, and lots of them! In the past, researchers and scientists have argued that dogs really only react to certain situations; they don’t actually have emotions like humans do. Descartes and Malebranche, well known 17th-century [...]
Is your dog difficult to brush? Does she fight to get away as soon as you start running a comb through her hair? For many dog owners, grooming time can be a nightmare. Maybe you’ve given up and just decided to let your dog’s hair do what it will. Our advice? Don't give up! There are [...]
Whether you live close to others, like in an apartment, or you just want to find a dog that doesn’t bark incessantly, you’ve come to the right place. Here’s a compilation of over 10 of the quietest dog breeds. Whippet These dogs love to hunt. They’re independent and fast but also very gentle and friendly, [...]
We've all experienced the difficulties of trying to get the pefect shot of our dogs. It's not always easy! Does your dog seem to look straight at you right up until you pull out your camera or phone and then look away? Maybe you simply can't get your dog to hold still long enough to [...]