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Are you and your dog looking for a new pad? Leading real estate resource Trulia, has the following tips to make sure your move is a smooth and easy one. #1 – The most important thing any pet owner can do before moving with their pets is plan, plan, plan. #2 – Research where you want to live first and make sure it’s a pet-friendly location. Get to know your neighborhood you are moving to – are there parks, dog parks, places … Read more
*featured image: BestFriends.org It has always been assumed that service dogs are specially-bred purebred dogs – usually Labs, German shepherds and Golden Retrievers. It’s been this way since the very beginning because it was believed these are the dogs that were “best suited” for the job. They are also very expensive, with mile long waiting lists and often a lot of red tape is crossed trying to get one. Sherry Woodward is a certified professional dog trainer (CPDT-KA) who has worked … Read more
Dogs have a very keen sense of hearing. They can hear a wider range of frequencies compared to humans. And they can also discern and remember the sounds they hear. That is why they remember our voices. One example is that video of a Boxer puppy who heard his mom’s voice over the phone. That was just so adorable! And when dogs hear sounds they haven’t ever heard before, they get curious. They wonder, what could that sound be?! You … Read more
Does your dog love baths? Most dogs don’t like it. They either run away, hide, and some even have the audacity to grumble and complain about it! There was that one Husky who kept running around the bathroom trying to escape bath time, and he kept on whining and complaining to his mom how he doesn’t like getting bathed! However, there are some dogs who just loves baths. The Pit Bull in the video below is one of them! According … Read more
Justin Rollins is a fallen soldier who spent his final days in Iraq with his adopted puppy. In fact, there was a photo of him cradling his puppy the night before he was killed. So to honor Justin, his mom, Rhonda Rollins, asked the army for help to find the puppy that her son loved so much. And thanks to their efforts, the puppy is now with the Rollins family in New Hampshire. While ABC news was interviewing Justin’s family … Read more
Some dogs are not very good in hiding; they are those dogs who desperately try to hide, but one part of their body just pops out of their hiding place. However, there are dogs who are experts when it comes to camouflaging; they have mastered the skill of blending in with their surroundings! The dog in the video below is a master in camouflaging. At first glance, you may not see that there are dogs on the bed. But after … Read more
While cats have the reputation for hating water, most dogs do not just run and jump into a body of water either, regardless of their breed. In some cases, it could be because their only experience with water up to that point has been a bath; if your dog doesn’t like a bath, he may not be eager to get into the water. Others it just might be a fear of something new or a timid nature that just takes awhile … Read more
Where do people stand on the crating issue? It’s considered a safe place by some and a dungeon-like torture chamber by others. It’s looked at as a stress-free zone or a stress-induced nightmare on both sides of the spectrum. It seems there is a great divide among the dog loving community, and many of heated discussions on social media proclaiming the wonders and dangers of crate training with each member of the debate passionate about their beliefs. What about … Read more
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Paws up if you’re pumped for Take Your Dog to Work Day! On June 21st, several companies that don’t usually allow pups in the office will open their doors to our fur babies! If your workplace will be participating, being prepared will allow you to make the most of the day. And who knows – if Take Your Dog to Work Day goes well, maybe your work will consider letting dogs in the door more often! Consider these tips to … Read more
Meet Honey. Honey is one of the many American Pit Bull Terriers rescued from dog fighting operations all over the country by the Humane Society of the United States. Honey was taken from a large raid in Indiana and was one of very many dogs confiscated at the scene. She is missing a large piece of her lip and has likely seen a lot of fights and been through a lot of pain. From the looks of her, she had … Read more
What’s “PETwork” you may be asking and how can it help homeless pets? Well, June is actually Social PETworking Month (created by Adoptapet.com) and the aim is to show people how they can help homeless pets even if they can’t donate, adopt or foster, simply by using their social media they are on every day. Here are 7 ways you can help homeless pets anywhere in the world by using your network to PETwork! Do you have other ways … Read more
For anyone who truly loves their dog, the thought of leaving them behind is something that we would never consider in a million years. We love our pets, and once that bond is formed there is nothing that can come between us. One unfortunate dog named Butterbean from Slidell, Louisiana became a viral sensation for a terrible reason, which you’ll quickly realize after seeing this photo that was released thanks to video surveillance: via YouTube A snapshot of the footage portrays … Read more
In Olympia Washington, two dogs born without front legs were given a new lease in life when they were given a new set of wheels. Brother and sister Honey and Badger are Fox Terriers and both of them didn’t have front legs when they were born. Their owner, Patti Mauldin of Valhalla Canine Rescue have tried outfitting them with a standard set of chair-style dog wheels, but they didn’t like wearing them, and it just didn’t give them the comfort … Read more
We absolutely love how our dogs welcome us home. Isn’t it nice to know that someone misses us and is glad to see us? Yep, we delight in the thought that someone loves us so much that they are sad when we are away, and they are happy when we come back. This adorable Golden Retriever named Kopi is happy to see that his dad is home. His dad went away for a short trip for his birthday. And just … Read more
There’s just something about dogs and Roomba vacuums. It’s either they like it or they hate it. There was that cute video of a Boston Terrier wearing a Santa suit and riding a Roomba vacuum. And on the other hand, there was that confused (and a little scared) dog who was sort of having a battle with the robot vacuum and kept barking at it. But the dog in the video below is not fond of the Roomba vacuum; and … Read more
Don’t you just love watching time-lapse videos? I find it really cool how we can see someone change right before our very eyes. One of our favorites was that time-lapse video of a German Shepherd puppy named Dunder. In that video we saw Dunder growing up from an 8-week-old puppy to a 1-year-old dog! That was so cool! Now Dunder’s dad has made another cool time-lapse video! This time the video is focused on his pregnant wife. He took photos … Read more
The word “toxic” is applied to many plants. The word itself brings to mind images of horrific consequences and even death, but fortunately, few house plants are so dramatically deadly. Plants have evolved defense mechanisms over time to deter animals from damaging their foliage. It is interesting to note that some of these compounds that have been vilified in the press for harming pets are showing promise in medical research as potential cancer chemotherapeutics and groundbreaking treatments. Some of the … Read more
Summer is the time for pool parties and backyard barbecues, but why should the humans have all the fun? It’s easy to have the dogs join in with some simple preparation tips and planning to make sure everything goes smoothly. #1 – Make Sure All Dogs Are Friendly When inviting your friends and their four-legged plus ones, make sure they are all well-mannered and friendly with all breeds on the guest list. Explain this is for the safety of everyone attending. If … Read more
Chihuahua parents: you all get it. This pint-sized breed has a giant-sized personality that makes them a joy to raise. But parents of this breed also have to deal with other people who may not understand why anyone would want to have a dog this small. Here are 10 things that only Chihuahua parents can understand when it comes to owning this special little dog. Do you have more to add to the list? Tell us in the comments! #1 … Read more
Many police and military dogs come from very specific breeding programs all over the world and because of their genetic nature, can be very expensive. While it takes a special type of dog to learn to fight and apprehend a dangerous suspect, there is another line of work that requires no special skills. Detection work, be it search and rescue, illegal drugs or weapons, only needs a strong nose – something every dog has. Fortunately, Brad Croft has founded Universal … Read more
There are a lot of beliefs out there when it comes to the “best” way to train a dog. And, being a dog trainer, I’ve seen how heated these discussions can get. While there may be more than one way to successfully train a dog, the following are 15 myths about dog training that are (almost) universally accepted to be false. Related: Best Dog Training Schools #1 – You Can’t Teach an Old Dog New Tricks We all know this isn’t … Read more
The most recent study conducted by the Center For Disease and Control (CDC), says there were roughly 4.5 million dog bite victims in America per year. That is an alarming number, but luckily there are careful tips that can be implemented to change that statistic. Here are our 15 tips to help prevent dog bites. (www.dogbitelaw.com) #1 – Don’t Approach Strange Dogs A loose dog may be scared, sick, injured or just not friendly. If you do not have experience with that … Read more
German Shepherds are as distinctive a breed as any; people instantly recognize these noble dogs. They are historically our soldiers and protectors. They have been police dogs, sporting friends and couch buddies. For all their prized traits, they do suffer from certain breed associated disorders that all Shepherd lovers must be aware of. Some of the issues I see regularly in Shepherds are much less common in any other dog, so the genetic and breed association cannot be refuted. This … Read more
A rescued Pit Bull returned the amazing favor to her family and they believe that if it wasn’t for her, their beloved son might not be alive today. Ember, the Pit Bull, woke up Tracy and Tony Daniels in the middle of the night while they were sleeping. She sat by their bed, grumbling for someone to get up and follow her. When Tracy finally complied, Ember lead her straight into the bathroom where she saw her 10-year-old son, Tre, … Read more
Dogs and pools are an interesting mix. After all, the doggy-paddle got its name for a reason, but even though some pups adore the water, others have to find creative ways to feel comfortable. In the video below, one owner brought her two fur babies to a swimming pool made specifically for dogs. She decided to film the pair, and was expecting to see them splashing around the pool…swimming. It is a swimming pool, of course. But these funny pups … Read more
They say Boxers are the clowns of the dog world, and we’ve seen videos proving that! There was that boxer who did a very crazy thing of jumping at the glass door to let his humans know he wants to get inside the house. And there’s also that cute Boxer pup named Bella who becomes the ultimate wigglebutt when her daddy comes home. And here we have another goofy Boxer. His name is Lemmy, and just like his fellow Boxer … Read more
Some dogs love to play, run or go for walks. But some are just too lazy to even get out of bed. Just like this cute Great Dane puppy who moans and groans when his owner tries to wake him up. And we love that video of a lazy dog who fetched a ball while laying down, with the help of his human of course! Now here we have a lazy pup who loves to play. This cute Shiba Inu … Read more
Just like humans get excited on an outing to our favorite store or restaurant, dogs also become very enthusiastic about a trip to the pet store! In the video below, Captain the Pug has just arrived at his favorite place on earth: PetSmart. As his owner reminds him where they are, Captain absolutely LOSES it in the most adorable way possible. Captain was there for Doggy Day Camp, and there’s no doubt he was looking forward to it. When his … Read more
It’s not every day we see a commercial that really brings to life the kind of loving creatures dogs are, but the Liver Transplant Foundation of Argentina does an incredible job of doing just that. While the main purpose of this commercial is to encourage people to become organ donors, they bring to light the fact that organ donors may be saving more than one life by donating. Get your tissues ready before watching this video, because it’s so sweet … Read more
The French Bulldog breed has really surged in popularity, and that’s no surprise. Especially to people who live with Frenchies. Parents of a Frenchie find out pretty quickly who’s really in charge. In fact, there’s a whole bunch of things you learn when a French Bulldog enters your life. You’re all living it; I’m just writing it down. Here are 10 things only Frenchie parents really understand, from peculiar bodily functions to personality quirks. #1 – People no longer … Read more
Oh the French Bulldog – is there anything cuter in the dog world than their personality? Parents of a Frenchie quickly learn who is really in charge. Here are 10 things only Frenchie owners could understand. #1 – The moment you realize people no longer come over to see you, but to visit your dog #2 – Your dog will be better dressed than you, just deal with it Click page 2 below for the next things!
No matter who you are, you’ve probably at some point or another in your life wondered to yourself: “Have I met my soulmate?” It’s a funny thing to wonder, because you never really do know when you will meet them one day. Now, what if you met your soulmate when you least expected it, just casually walking down the street minding your own business when suddenly it hits you: there’s “the one”. Things will never be the same again. And … Read more
That happy, wiggly, dancing puppy with the front paws that always seem to be in motion? That’s the Boxer and owners of the breed can attest that they are definitely something special. Do you have a little something to add to the list? Add it to the comments below! #1 – You don’t have a dog – they are more of a BIG puppy. #2 – They are the self-appointed greeter for the house. #3 – You are probably the only … Read more
It’s no secret dog owners are constantly sharing things with dogs — snacks, shirts, beds, you name it. But now there’s a whole market for healthier, more dog-friendly items that are designed after the goodies people love so much. Some are a bit ridiculous, but we aren’t going to pretend like we don’t have a few of these things ourselves. #1 – Bowser Beer Yes, you’ve read that right. Bowser Beer is a beer for your dog. It’s not much … Read more
This is one of the cutest videos we’ve ever seen! Phil Andal was supposed to be the star of this show as he videotaped himself playing guitar, but his Golden Retriever puppy, Hudson, came in and stole the spotlight! Hudson bounced right over to his owner once the music started playing and seemed to relax right in to the beautiful melody. He looks so cute and seems so happy to be snuggling with his dad while listening to this song. … Read more
National Pets in Film Day (June 19) was created in 2011 by Celebrity Pet & Family Lifestyle Expert Colleen Paige to remind people to spend more time with their four-legged family members. In honor of the day, here are 15 movies and TV Shows where the dog either had top billing or stole it from his two-legged cast members. Whose your favorite canine actor? #1 – Benji (movie series) We all remember Benji. But did you know the real Benji, … Read more
Taking a dog out on the water can be a ton of fun for both you and the dog. However, if your dog has never been on a boat, kayak, raft, canoe, etc., it can take some getting used to. In fact, some dogs might be scared or nervous at first –as the motion can cause them concern and so can all that water. Kimberly Brenowitz is a Master Dog Trainer, certified with EARS (United Animal Nations) now known as Red Rovers … Read more
Anyone who’s ever tried yoga or any other workout routine for which balance and coordination are requirements, you’ll definitely find the video, and the dog, below very impressive. As someone who can barely even maintain a handstand in a pool, the footage below is particularly mind-blowing. Youtuber Dai Aoki trains dogs to do various yoga poses and balancing positions. In this video, Aoki works with his spunky, talented Border Collie named Hollie, who has clearly undergone lots of training. By … Read more
Dogs have a special way of making their humans feel loved all the time, but especially after a period of extended separation. A family decided to set up a camera to record Chico, a lively pup, being reunited with grandma for the first time in several weeks. The result is this absolutely heartwarming video that reminds us dogs really are man’s best friend. Chico was in the backyard playing with other dogs, when suddenly he’s stopped in his tracks. Literally … Read more
Collecting memories of our dogs is one of the greatest parts of being a pup-parent. Every belly rub, snuggle session, game of fetch and funny face becomes part of the story of us and our fur babies. Treasuring those memories is so important, especially as our dogs age and eventually leave us. When photographer Eva Hagel lose her beloved boxer Cleo to cancer, she felt a deep, lasting sense of sadness.”Our pets are just like children. Their death can leave … Read more
He listens to you talk about your bad day, watches whatever show you want to watch, let’s you use him as a pillow and even snuggles – all without complaint. No, he’s not the world best boyfriend, he’s your four-legged best friend, your dog, and it’s time to thank him for all the ways he makes your life better. #1 – Give Him Extra Time at the Dog Park Just like a kid at a playground, she will love some … Read more
This is a much needed video that every parent needs to watch, whether they own dogs or not. It’s estimated that 77% of dog bites involving children come from the family dog or a dog they know. Unfortunately, it’s all too common that the dog ends up suffering just as much as the child. This video supplies the ultimate answer to dog bite prevention — education. Adults need to learn and understand dog behavior so they can teach it to … Read more
Trupanion recently released findings on the top 5 most and least expensive cities in the U.S. to own a dog.By joining forces with Redfin, a real estate brokerage, and Rover.com, a network of dog lovers for hire, they were able to get a holistic look at the costs involved in responsibly caring for a dog in major cities across the United States. To determine which cities are the most and least expensive, each company analyzed data on 116 major cities, … Read more
Poison Ivy, sumac, and oak are some of the downsides of summer. They are pretty common in the US and Canada. They belong to the family that also includes cashews – I guess every family has “those” relatives! The plants contain an oil called Urushiol that causes an allergic reaction in 90% of people. It can cause a rash in pets too, especially dogs because they have areas of their bodies that are not thickly covered by hair (like the … Read more
Sometimes called the “moonwalk,” this is not only a cute a trick, but it strengthens your dog’s back legs and teaches them about hind end awareness, which can help them in sports and prevent injury. It’s also relatively easy to teach and can be fun to show off at parties. Before Beginning… Make sure your dog is physically fit enough to perform this trick. If they have any type of past injury or chronic condition like arthritis, ask your vet first. … Read more
If your dog was a human, what would he do? These ten dogs think they are and know how to play, relax and party just like a human. Shhh…don’t tell them the truth… because they wouldn’t believe you anyway! #1 – “Boss, I swear I had nothing to do with those missing funds…” #2 – “Just checkin’ my email – give me five more minutes!” #3 – “Can someone hand me the control? Pweeeze? This horror movie is freaking me out!” #4 – “You call … Read more
Celebrities are coming together to help end pet homelessness and we couldn’t be more thrilled. Helping Homeless Animals Inc. (HHA), a Miami-based animal welfare organization launched Project Fashion Tails to bring the awareness of homeless and abused animals into the spotlight via a series of celeb photo shoots. The project is the brainchild of HHA founders, the Wittels family. “My family and I have been rescuing animals for more than 20 years,” says Harrison Wittels. “Rescues and shelters are overwhelmed … Read more
German Shepherd Dogs (GSD) are one of the most recognizable breeds, thanks to their use as police dogs and the Rin-Tin-Tin series. But owning a shepherd means you are privy to things only those who share their home with this noble breed could possibly understand. Have others to add? Tell us in the comments section below! #1 – You have to add the word “dog” when referring to your breed so people don’t think you are talking about a German … Read more
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These stories always get me – someone stops whatever it is they need to be doing (work, driving to an appointment, etc.) to help an animal in need. I dare you to watch this video without getting teary-eyed! Michigan Humane Society Officer Chris Oewerkerk is dispatched to disturbing call in the city of Detroit: a puppy lodged deep in a drain pipe that has been constantly crying all night, according to the owner of the house he was stuck under. The … Read more
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