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There’s nothing more effective than a furry paw, a nudge from a cold, wet nose, and sweet doggy kisses to wake you up in the morning. Dogs are the best alarm clocks ever! Not only are they very effective in waking us up, we get to wake up with a smile too! So here we have a video that will make you smile, as well. A dog waking up her dad in the most adorable way! Lexi is a sweet … Read more
Dogs have incredible fighting spirit. Even if they lack a limb or two, as long as someone is kind enough to help them and give them some love, they will get the strength to overcome their disability. And here we have one of those brave and happy dogs, a dog who won’t let any disability stop her! Meet Bubbles, a Dachshund who was born without two front legs. At 8 weeks old, Bubbles showed her fighting spirit when she started … Read more
In the same vein as a “Mommy and Me” class, a new company, K9 Fit Club®, is emerging as the leader in human and canine fitness being achieved together. I know I would personally be more likely to exercise at a gym if my dog came with. In fact, I have paid top dollar for my dog to attend canine conditioning classes and even privates, but never go to the gym myself. My dog is my workout, so I was … Read more
Renowned pet expert and certified professional dog trainer Russell Hartstein is one of less than 200 certified dog behavior consultants in the world. With his 25 years of experience, he is sought out by celebrities and others who want the best expert care for their pets. He has trained the dogs of celebrities in the worlds of sports, entertainment and music. How did you get started working with celebrities and their dogs? RH: I grew up in Manhattan and many … Read more
Since training is an essential part of owning a dog, we’ve decided to reveal our favorite picks for training treats on the market today. Using treats during training makes it fun for you and your dog, and you’ll be surprised how willing your pup will be when you pull out one of his favorite snacks! Typically, training treats are small and easy for dogs to eat quickly, because taking too long will decrease the effectiveness and efficiency of your training. … Read more
Scottish Terrier— A people pleaser, the Scottish Terrier is extremely adaptable in regards to living situations and is just as comfortable in an apartment as on a farm. Regarded as quirky and independent, Scottie fans all agree this breed brings the entertainment wherever they go. Chinook—These cold weather dogs are native to the United States. The Chinook is considered full of heart and very sweet. A working dog, this breed is at ease hanging with the kids in the yard … Read more
We talk a lot about pet food safety and what should or shouldn’t be in your dog’s food or treats. However, people typically don’t give much thought to what they put on their dogs, but they should. Unlike humans, dogs lick themselves, especially just after we have put something on them. This means they are ingesting whatever is you just put on them – is it safe? Alcohol – namely Isopropyl or rubbing alcohol – is one of those substances … Read more
Think your dog has what it takes to be a dog model or actor? Is he too cute to not be in a commercial? Have you ever wondered how to get into the business? Michele Ryan is a professional dancer turned professional certified dog trainer (ABCDT-Level 2) who owns Train Pawsitive, a dog training facility that includes special classes just for those wanting to get their dogs involved in modeling and acting/performance. We asked Ryan to share her secrets to a … Read more
This video will have you smiling (maybe even humming) all day! Somebody made a dog version video of the cool song “Best Day of My Life” by the American Authors. The video features the best day of a dog’s life, which, as you can imagine, is pretty adorable. This video contains everything that a dog would love: lots of treats, going for a ride, having fun at the dog park, and more! I enjoyed every moment of this video! Wasn’t … Read more
As a child of the seventies, I was born and raised around dogs. We fed them, cleaned up after them, bathed them and took them to the vet. Never had it occurred to anyone in our large family to send our dogs to the spa for an herbal wrap. Our dogs slept on a pile of blankets on the floor, not in a custom made bed. We played catch in the backyard and doggy daycare was unheard of. They were … Read more
It has always seemed odd to me how few kids are seen attending dog training classes. After all, I trained my first dog all by myself when I was 12 (he only did the important stuff, you know, like shake, speak, roll over, and sit). Still, I loved training my dog and it gave me responsibility; it taught me how to treat another creature with kindness. RELATED: Best Online Dog Training Courses Leah Hatley, CPDT-KA and Justine Schuurmans, CPDT-KA must … Read more
Parenting 101—Pick and choose your battles. Do not engage in a power struggle over everything or a parent will lose their sanity. Training a four legged “fur-child” is a bit different, yes, but should the philosophy remain the same? Does a dog owner have the luxury of picking and choosing their battles? Not if they live with a dominant personality. Small Signals When an owner lives with a dominant character, it is important to remain firm and steady with boundaries … Read more
Just like people, dogs are facing an obesity epidemic. In fact, research shows that 40% of dogs are overweight. Believe it or not, many owners aren’t even sure what is a healthy weight for their dogs, and think they look too thin when they can still stand to lose a few pounds. Keeping your dogs at a healthy weight is imperative to them living long, happy lives. This is the case with people, and some of us are far more … Read more
There is nothing sweeter than puppies so sleeping. So this Valentine’s Day we are giving you a dozen sleeping puppies—they’ll satisfy your sweet tooth without calories and won’t fade in a week like roses. 1. The Perfect Fit These husky puppies might be the cutest ever. Matching marking and everything. Click page 2 below for the next puppy! #2 -Shopped Out This cute sheltie pup is all tuckered out from picking out toys at the pet store. It’s hard life. … Read more
“If animals of different species can get along, why can’t we?” It’s a thought every animal lover wonders about. With all the chaos humanity has caused in this world, like war and terrorism…we wonder, why can’t we all just get along? “Be Together. Not The Same” is the title of the commercial that Android has created. The commercial features various clips of animal friendships! We see a friendship between a dog and an orangutan, a dog and a cat, a … Read more
Oh, sports. Although entertaining to watch, not all of us are lucky enough to have the athletic abilities needed to actually participate in the fun. Our dogs, it turns out, also like the idea of fun and games! Most of us have seen footage at some point of a dog being able to balance adorably on a skateboard, flying down the street while their owner records, but the multi-talented Bulldog you’re about to meet takes it a step further. Tillman … Read more
Dogs have very good hearing. Their sense of hearing is far more superior than ours. They can hear sounds over a wider range of frequency and greater distance compared to man. So when they hear a particularly bizarre sound, they get curious, and sometimes confused. Just like when a sound comes out of their butt! Yup, some dogs are scared of their own farts. And the dog in the video below is no different! Dozer is an adorable Boxer who’s … Read more
Dogs are getting independent these days. We saw that dog who doesn’t need a human to give him a walk. We even featured that sneaky Lab who raids the fridge to get food for herself while her humans are away. And now, here’s another independent dog who doesn’t need a human to play fetch! Everyone, meet Max! Max loves to play fetch, and he doesn’t need a human to throw the ball for him. He has found a clever solution … Read more
Remember that little girl who was playing hide and seek with her giant Newfoundland dog? Well get ready to smile because this adorable duo is back with another cute video that has captured our attention and our hearts! This time little girl Sierra is giving Sebastian the gentle giant dog a bath! Sierra’s mom is secretly taking a video of Sebastian and Sierra in the bathroom. Sebastian is in the tub while Sierra is lathering some soap on him. The … Read more
So you have read the articles and all the news about alternative or holistic medicine and you are thinking you would like to take your dog to a holistic veterinarian – but where to begin? We asked Dr. Christina Chambreau, DVM, Homeopathic veterinarian, author, educator, and Associate Editor of Integrative Veterinary Care Journal, to answer your questions on how to work with a holistic vet and how make sure you pick the right one for you and your dog. What … Read more
Spending Valentine’s Day with your dog? Whether it’s just the two of you; or you, your two-legged sweetheart, and the dogs, here are ten great ideas for a wonderful “doggy date” on Valentine’s Day. 1. Rent a Boat Take a cruise down the river at sunset with just you, your sweetheart, and your dog(s). Bring a picnic dinner and a treat for the four-legged guests. It will make for the perfect evening. #2 -Window Shop Window shopping in the evening, … Read more
There’s a special place in heaven for people who go out of their way, and even risk their own lives to save animals. We’ve seen a lot of videos of dogs being rescued; these videos warm our hearts and also restore our hope for humanity. And once in while, we see amazing and breathtaking rescues where people put themselves in danger to rescue a helpless dog. In the video below, you’ll see three men saving a dog who fell in … Read more
Every dog lover in the world is familiar with that special moment when you come home and are greet by your four-legged best friend. This special moment is what the “Home for Dogs Project” is focusing on in order to find homes for 20,000 adoptable dogs. On Sunday, Feb 22, Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC will spotlight this exact moment as it debuts its new national television commercial on ABC during The 87th Academy Awards. Capturing the immeasurable joy pets bring to … Read more
Most (if not all) dog owners have experienced what it’s like to come home to a mess made by our beloved dogs. But we just love them so much to get mad at them. Especially if they show us that adorable guilty face; you know, that face that says “I’m sorry” paired with those sweet doggy eyes. But this video won’t show you that sorry face. Instead, the culprit has a different way of revealing himself! This guy just came … Read more
We’ve seen plenty of animals who think they’re dogs; well they act like dogs, and do things that dogs do. We’ve seen a cat acting like a dog. We even saw a horse who thinks he’s a dog, and he plays with a dog too! Now this time, we’re gonna see a lamb with the same identity crisis! Everyone, meet Pet, the lamb who thinks she’s a dog! Pet lost her mother when she was very young. And since then, … Read more
Dogs are so eager to go to the park. But who could blame them? The park is so fun! There’s plenty of scents to pick up, there’s lot of space to run, and you get to meet some friends too! Some dogs would wait patiently for their owners to take them to the park, while some dogs would even ride the bus solo just to go there. Now this dog is so ready to go to the dog park! His … Read more
The Journal of American Veterinary Medical Association estimates that more than 1 million dogs in the US undergo CrCL surgery each year and according to the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons that is about 10 times the number of ACL repairs performed on people. It can cost anywhere from $1500 to $4,000 to repair an CrCL injury in your dog. A seven-year-old Labrador retriever named Maximillian (Max) was playfully fetching a ball in the back yard of his owner’s home … Read more
Winter is in full swing in many parts of the world, which is a perfect time to curl up and read a book. These fifteen soon-to-be classics are full of heroic dogs and their impacts on our lives. Just have the tissues handy. #1 – Marshall the Miracle Dog A true tale about a dog rescued from a hoarding situation who now travels to schools with his owner where they share how courage helped him overcome severe abuse and neglect. Their … Read more
1. Repeat One of the most common errors an owner makes when training a dog is repetition of commands. As a human, hearing a single word repeated over and over again eventually makes the word sound silly. A dog, who is trying to learn a new language on top of training cues, will turn a repeated command into white noise. Once the white noise hits, the deaf ear follows. Instead of saying “Fido, sit… Sit, Fido… FIDO! SIT!” Give the … Read more
Some dogs live for Spring; they love digging in the garden alongside their human. More accurately, some dogs love to dig after their human has painstakingly planted a stunning array of flowers. Some well known flowers can be deadly for the dogs if they’re consumed. If any of these flowers are eaten by the dog, contact the vet or local animal hospital immediately. Autumn Crocus Otherwise known as Meadow Saffron these little beauties are poisonous from their colorful buds to … Read more
It’s almost Valentines day and we found a music video that you dog lovers will surely love; especially those who are single or those who are just recently brokenhearted. The Cary Brothers posted a music video of their new single “Lovin’ On You” and it’s absolutely adorable! The video features a guy, who just broke up with his girlfriend. And just like anyone who got their hearts broken, the guy was depressed. Well good thing he isn’t alone; he has … Read more
Dogs may not be able to read the clock, but some how, they can somehow keep track of daily routines. They know when it’s time to wake up, and they know what time we arrive home. Some dogs would even wait by the door because they know their humans are gonna be home any time soon! And one more thing they definitely know about: they know when it’s time to eat! So when these Huskies didn’t get their dinner on … Read more
Dogs have a natural instinct to protect their territory, their offspring, and the people (and things) they love. But when dogs undergo training to protect the people they guard, they are even more alert to the dangers and potential threats around. In the video below you’ll see a 5-year-old girl being protected by her German Shepherd. (By the way, this is all just an act; all part of the training.) The girl is approached by two “bad men”. When one … Read more
We’ve seen Karma at work when we saw that video of a man who tried to kick a dog, and ended up faceplanting himself instead. That’s why we should be careful of what we do to others. And not only that, we must try not to laugh at other’s misfortunes too. because we might just end up in the same situation; just like what happened in the video below! This guy and his dog are strolling in a snowy park. … Read more
Most of us feel that our dogs are part of our family, which means where we go, they go. However, our dogs are not always completely welcome. While some of us have family and friends that consider their dogs family as well (my dogs all have grandparents), some relatives may be “putting up” with your dog because you insist that if they don’t come, you won’t either. So how do you win these people over, especially if they are (gasp!) … Read more
We all want to help our economy, shop smarter, and keep our pets safe by knowing where the products we buy them are coming from. Barker Kitsen is a new website that helps dog owners find the best locally sourced and socially responsible pet products. Orgainized by city and showcasing top boutique brands made in the US and Canada, Barker Kitsen saves dog owners time and frustration when trying to buy local. How a Dog That Almost Died Started a … Read more
Some dogs #justcanteven when given particular toys. For my dog, it’s a water bottle. EVERYTHING ELSE in the world disappears when my fur baby gets his paws on an empty, crinkly water bottle! He dances, he whimpers and then disappears to gnaw on it for hours. For this next dog, he loses his cool over a frog toy. The toy is wound up and then it wobbles across the floor… Cue the crazy! While his other dog buddy in the … Read more
Valentine’s Day is one of the biggest days of the year to propose. And if you (or your intended!) is a dog lover, why not include your four-legged buddies in your special moment? Here are 15 ways you can involve the dog when you pop the question. #1 – Collage Book Ben proposed to his girlfriend while presenting her with an adorable collage book about their dog’s first birthday and at the end, the dog in the book asked if Mommy … Read more
With all the scares and recalls, it’s hard to know exactly what to give a dog for food, let alone a treat. Some may even wonder should they feed their dog’s treats, especially those sold at big box stores. We asked a veterinarian – Dr. Kathryn Primm, DVM , owner of Apple Brook Animal Hospital and her “Animal Stuff You Wonder About” blog – and a maker of organic dog treats – Veronica Glynn, owner of One Dog Organic Bakery – … Read more
For over ten years volunteers from Gateway Pet Guardians have gone out every morning and fed the strays on the streets of East St. Louis, Illinois. They have a priority list of dogs that need rescuing, based on health–the worse their health, the sooner they rescue them. They have to do it this way because they only have 13 kennels in their emergency shelter, where dogs go before entering foster care. Still, last year they rescued 422 dogs off the … Read more
The Westminster Dog Show is the premier dog show in the United States. Over 3,000 dogs will attend this year, most of them there for conformation. Do you know what breeds have taken home the coveted Best In Show win the last 15 years? (For those unfamiliar with dog showing, the dog is judged against the breed standard. The dog named “Best in Show” (BIS) means of all the dogs, he represents (meets) the requirements of his breed standards better … Read more
Turns out, humans aren’t the only ones who get the acting bug! In this video, we meet a German Shepherd named Sam who takes his craft very seriously. His owner prompts him to play dead, and including convincing sound effects and all the works, Sam diligently obeys and puts on quite the show! Talk about raw talent! We wonder how long it took Sam to master this hilarious trick. Watch the cute performance below: Move over Brad Pitt…Sam’s headed for … Read more
A puppy crying in distress is just heartbreaking. It breaks your heart to imagine what kind of pain the poor defenseless puppy is feeling. So we dog lovers do whatever we can to help out the poor thing. In India, a puppy fell into a well sometime during the night. The neighbors heard the puppy cry all night. Thankfully, they were able to contact India’s Animal Aid Unlimited in the morning. The rescuers went to the area as quickly as … Read more
Watching videos of animals being abused have made us lose faith in humanity. With all the bad people out there, it makes us wonder if there is hope for this cruel world. Then amidst all the evil, something good happens. And it makes us realize, there are still some good people in this world. Somewhere in India, a street dog has gotten himself stuck between the narrow bars of an iron gate. After hours of crying, somebody finally took notice … Read more
Dogs are naturally curious. They are always curious about new things and even the things we do that doesn’t concern them. They just had to stick their nose (sometimes literally!) in someone else’s business! That’s just how they are! So when this Boxer came across a suspicious-looking box, it quickly sparked her curiosity. She begins investigating the box. She knew there’s something in this curious box. And she’s not quite sure how she feels about it, but she can’t help … Read more
Do you have an unlicensed dog? Or maybe you are not the best about picking up after your pet? If that you, then you may not be happy about this company, that is using technology to help landlords find rule-breakers and fine them. Cedric Moses is the founder of eConcierge Solutions which is an innovative concierge service and premier ancillary private label, profit sharing, silent partner for apartments, condominiums and homeowner associations. Through his surveys years ago he found the … Read more
If you have ever tried to get a really nice photo of your dog, then you know what a challenge it can be—they never look like those calendar images, that’s for sure! Photographer Central is a free, online resource with no registration required that matches you to professional photographers in your area based on filters like preferred location, budget and style. Amiee Stubbs is a professional photographer listed on the site and has shared with us some of her tricks … Read more
No matter how well trained a dog is, they’re still pretty great at surprising us with a bad behavior every once in a while! Well this Chocolate Labrador, Arnold, surprises his family with not only one bad behavior, but two! His little sister is innocently playing in her baby pool with a giant rubber ducky, when Arnold can’t help himself but join in. I mean, come on! He IS a water-retrieving dog, after all! Of course he wants to join … Read more
This coming week is set aside to promote awareness of the plight of chained dogs. It’s easy to feel as if “one person” can’t make a difference, but that is so not true. In fact, most big movements start with just one person. Kelly Peterson is the senior vice president for state affairs for The Humane Society of the United States and founder of Fences For Fido (FFF), a non-profit group that builds fences for people to unchain dogs. FFF started out … Read more
Most dog lovers, and especially most dog owners, are familiar with puppy mills, but few of us have ever seen first hand what they entail. We know they treat animals humanely, breeding them again and again with no concern for health or quality of life; we know they value profits above all else, and that many puppy mill dogs end up in our mall pet shops, where unsuspecting, well-meaning families purchase them, perpetuating the cruel process. Beyond that, though, it’s … Read more
We love our dogs more than anything and what better time to show our appreciation than Valentine’s Day? Whether you’re sharing the love with a significant other or making a date with your pup, these 5 ideas are all great ways to show your pooch some love. #1 – Make a Date Instead of squeezing into busy restaurants that don’t want your dog there anyway, try finding an area that’s pet-friendly. Finding a strip of shops that puts water bowls … Read more
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