Group Spotlight: The Toy Group and 5 Breeds You Might Not Know About
The AKC says that the dogs of the Toy Group may be “short on size, but they are definitely not short on personality”. As some of the most frequent companion dogs, they are very affectionate and adaptable
Continue readingYour Coffee Shop Allows Dogs: How to Pay a Visit, Show Good Dog Etiquette and Stay Safe (Video)
If you live anywhere near a major metropolitan area, chances are there is at least one coffee shop that allows dogs to come inside and socialize near your home (or a short distance away). Here in the New
Continue readingAnswers about Winter Shedding…11 No Shed Breeds for an Easier to Clean Home
I’m a pretty laidback person and don’t get too wired up if something breaks the usual routine, but I do get a little bit upset if either of my dogs suddenly busts out in off-season shedding. For example,
Continue readingDogs and Coffee, Chocolate, Raisins and Other Forbidden Foods of the Holidays (Video)
The holidays are upon us, and with all of the activities and events, it is tough to keep up with the regular routine. This wreaks havoc on our bodies, bank accounts and sense of well-being, and though
Continue reading11 Steps to Help Get Ready for Holiday Travel…with a Dog! (Video)
It might be the “most wonderful time of the year,” but it is also a time when travel nightmares are often turned into reality. Lengthy delays at airports due to unpredictable weather conditions, traffic
Continue reading21 Excellent Holiday Gift Ideas for Dogs and Dog Lovers and Tips for a Stress-Free Holiday Season
The holidays are about to begin and that means a lot of different things. We see our schedules ramp up with extra hours and lots of social opportunities or demands. We may find ourselves stressed and depressed
Continue readingGroup Spotlight: The Hound Group and 5 Unique Breeds Found Within It
Think of a “hound dog” and you probably instantly imagine a loud, baying dog like a Bloodhound or even a smaller beagle. Often paired up with hunters, hounds are not as many imagine. Yes, there are
Continue readingAn Essential Guide to Dog Commands and Dog Training (Video)
I know, you are a bit confused by the title, right? After all, is there a difference between dog commands and dog training? Actually, there is, and to make it as easy as possible, just consider them this
Continue readingSixth Circuit Court of Appeals Sides With Dogs (Video)
Just about two years ago, I wrote about a dear friend who called late one night with a horrific story of how cops had come to her door and killed her dog. They had the wrong address and shot first before
Continue readingGroup Spotlight: The Working Group Dogs and 5 Unique Examples from the Group
The American Kennel Club recognize or categorizes all official breeds within seven groups: Herding, Hound, Toy, Non-Sporting, Sporting, Terrier, and Working. It is that last group we are going to
Continue reading5 Reasons You May Want to Consider a Limited Ingredient or a Homemade Diet for Your Dogs
Clean eating…it is a phrase we see more and more often as the years pass. Its definition has not changed much, but it is now spilling over into the world of pet foods. Only there, it is called by a few
Continue reading15 Dog First Aid Methods All Owners Should Know and Some Surprising Facts About Dog Health (Video)
Do you know that old cliché about people looking like their pets, especially their dogs? Well, I for one have seen it so many times that I know there is a lot of truth to it. Of course, a dog might begin
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