When a person you love passes away, it’s natural to feel sad, express grief and expect friends and family members to offer understanding and comfort. Unfortunately, you don’t always receive the same outpouring of support when your dog passes. Some people don’t understand how central your pet may be in your life and why you’re … Read More »
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15 Dog Sports to Help Build a Strong Bond With Your Dog
Do you have an active dog who needs an abundance of physical exercise and mental stimulation? Dog sports are great for keeping your dog active and mentally healthy. All dogs need some amount of exercise, and most will enjoy some extra stimulation. Very active breeds are ideal candidates for high-performance sports like agility. When it … Read More »
9 Common Eye Issues in Dogs
If you’re a dog parent, you may already have experienced eye issues in your dog. They’re not uncommon in our canine friends. It’s not just senior dogs who experience eye issues; a number of conditions can occur at all ages and across all breeds. It’s never easy when our pups start having health problems but … Read More »
How to Train Your Puppy to Stop Biting
Biting is an inevitable part of having a puppy, but it can also be one of the most frustrating and painful. When puppies play, they often bite, chew and mouth on people’s hands, limbs and clothing. This kind of behavior may seem cute when they’re six weeks old, but it’s not nearly so endearing when … Read More »
Can Dogs Drink Beer, Wine or Liquor?
Many people enjoy a beer or two on a hot day. But is it safe to share a cold one with your dog? And what if your dog drinks beer or other alcohol left sitting out? While it may seem fun – or cute – to have a beer with your dog, please don’t. There … Read More »
Does Your Dog Need Shoes for Paw Protection?
It’s summertime, a time when we love to take our dog hiking or go on other outdoor excursions. There are many dangers for dogs when the temperature gets hot outside, such as heatstroke, dehydration and death due to being left in a car. But one danger owners may not think about is the exposure of … Read More »
What To Expect When Adopting a Dog With Behavior Problems
There’s nothing like rescuing a dog in need, but many shelter dogs come with serious emotional issues. Adopting a dog from a shelter is a rewarding act of kindness for both you and your new dog. Most owners can’t overstate how happy they are every time they look at their dog knowing they saved him … Read More »
18 Unique Nose Work Jobs Only Dogs Can Do
It’s no secret dogs have a powerful sense of smell. As a matter of fact, dogs have up to 300 million olfactory receptors in their nose, which is pretty impressive considering humans have 6 million. This means dogs’ sense of smell is 40 times better than ours. Amazingly, dogs smell at one part per trillion. … Read More »
