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Ask A Vet: Why Does My Dog Lick Me?

Our dogs communicate with us and each other using non-verbal communication. As the leader of our dogs’ pack, we must try to understand their cues. Communication with dogs is like trying to understand an alien species with whom we share our world and the responsibility falls to the humans to try to make “first contact.” Better appreciation of what your dog is trying to tell you helps improve your relationship and your bond as best friends. Even if lip licking … Read more

12 Things You Didn’t Know About The Chihuahua

You may be surprised that the crazy facts about the Chihuahua – like the fact they may have originated from China or a fox? Read below to find out more about this amazing breed! #1 – Techichi According to the American Kennel Club (AKC), the Techichi may be the predecessor of the Chihuahua. They were kept by the Toltecs and are believed to have been around prior to the Mayans, though no solid records exist pre-9th century. #2 – They … Read more

13 Dog Breeds Of China With Histories As Unique As Their Looks

Steeped in legacy and lore, China holds an ancient past and the native Chinese dog breeds originating there have long guarded the land and its people. The history of dogs in China reaches as far back as 15,000 years to a time when the first wild dog locked eyes with a human, beginning what became the beautiful friendship between dogs and dog lovers we know today! But, the origin of dogs in China isn’t quite one of love and snuggly … Read more

Awesome Dog Owners Build Incredible Snow Maze for Their Dogs. Must See!

It’s winter time, and with all the snow, some people and their canine companions would prefer to stay indoors, cuddle, and keep themselves warm. But this family got so creative with the snow they got in their yard! What they did will totally amaze you! With all the snow that has fallen on their yard, they created something fun for their dog (and for kids and grownups too!). They build a huge snow maze for their dogs to run and … Read more

These 7 Puppies Were Barely Surviving Under An Abandoned House Until This Hero Stepped In

It’s really heartbreaking to see defenseless puppies who are homeless, and living on their own. With all the cruel people out there, someone has to step in and save the poor babies. We thank organizations like the Michigan Humane Society (MHS) for rescuing these poor animals and giving them a second chance. The video below is one of their amazing rescues. Seven puppies were living under an abandoned home. When the people of MHS got there, the mother wasn’t around. … Read more

Five Tips For A Successful Road Trip With Your Dog

My family loves road trips and we love our dogs. When our beagle mix came to live with us so many years ago, it seemed only natural to take her with us on our many road tripping adventures. We never experienced any problems with other dogs. They loved the open road, new sights, smells, and people. What could possibly go wrong? Since our dog came from a shelter, she came with very little history. We quickly realized she had a few issues. … Read more

These Puppies Have Their First Swimming Lesson And It Is Too Adorable!

We dog lovers never get tired of watching puppies do adorable things; especially if they’re doing it for the very first time. The whole package of cuteness, playfulness, and curiosity is just totally irresistible! So if you’re looking for your daily dose of cuteness, we have it right here for you! This family brought all eight of their puppies to a swimming pool; these eight adorable puppies are gonna have their first swimming lesson! At first they were hesitant to … Read more

Family Gives Dying Pit Bull The Vacation Of His Lifetime

By: Zhenia Bulawka This is a photo series I shot back in August in Assateague, Maryland. My boyfriend Christian, and I took our three pups on an overnight stay at the beach. We dedicated the trip to our 11 year old American Staffordshire Terrier, Dyuki (Mr. Dukes). He was in his final stages of Grade III mast cell cancer at the time. His most favorite activity was swimming in our family pool, but until then, he had never seen the ocean. … Read more

How To Deal With Pica- A Disorder Where Your Dog Eats Everything

We shared our lives with a very special dog. This dog was smart, sweet, respectful and incredibly gentle with the babies. Of course, since it was our dog, he did have a quirky side. He liked to eat things. Not chew, actually eat… consume various items. It started with an occasional sock that would later be regurgitated for company like a neat party trick. It spread to stuffed animals, glasses, hats, the arm of the couch, a box spring, the … Read more

A Polar Bear Approached This Dog And The Unexpected Happened

It’s always nice to see two different species of animals develop an adorable, unexpected friendship. Whether it’s a dog and a cat, a dog and an owl…even a dog and a baby! If a pup is involved, it becomes that much cuter. That’s definitely the case in this video, shot by BBCTwo, where we see a dog befriend…wait for it…a polarbear! The clip is from an episode of the show World’s Weirdest Events. A man in Churchill (located in Canada’s … Read more

Hollywood Actress Launches ‘THE PET MATCHMAKER’ To Help Our Animals

The Pet Matchmaker is launching a series of free weekly podcasts set to begin on Tuesday, February 17, 2015. The Podcast is hosted by the organization’s founder, Elaine Hendrix, who is best known for her roles in Disney’s The Parent Trap, SNL’s Superstar and the cult classic Romy & Michele’s High School Reunion. She will star alongside Dennis Leary in the new FX comedy, Sex&Drugs&Rock&Roll this summer. Each show will run approximately 45 minutes and contain an array of features such as Stages & Cages, Non-profit of the Week, Pet Rescue Rockstars and All-star … Read more

These Rescued Dogs Have A Valentine Just For You

All shelter dogs long to be loved. Some of them seem to have a real knack for giving you that look says, “love me.” These 15 rescue dogs (some still available for adoption!) are the pros at doggy pick-up lines. H/T: Dogly – get the app for iTunes and Android. #1 – You’re the best looking thing I’ve seen since dinner. Lita has a “come hither” look you just can’t refuse, and she knows everyone loves a redhead. It worked … Read more

Is Rubbing Alcohol Safe To Use On Dogs?

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

10 Romantic Valentine’s Day Dates with the Dog

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

What Makes a Dog Treat “Good”?

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

10 Stunning “Before & After” Rescue Photos That’ll Warm Your Heart

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

9 Professional Tricks to Photographing Your Dog

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

How YOU can Help Unchain Dogs

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

UREGENT: BigBark Recalls Dog Treats Due to Possible Salmonella Contamination

January 30, 2015 – The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that Grill-Phoria LLC of Loveland, Colorado is recalling approximately 200, 3.5 oz bags of Big Bark All Natural Beef Jerky Treats for Dogs because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. These bags were distributed and manufactured between September 20, 2014 through January 2, 2015, and do not have lot codes. Big Bark All Natural Beef Jerky Treats for Dogs was distributed through Nor-Sky Pet Supply LLC in independent … Read more

The 5 Best Indoor Dog Toys

Winter is here and colder than ever in most places, making it no surprise that dogs and their owners are spending a bit more time inside. But our pups still need something to do to keep them busy, so we’ve come up with 5 great indoor toys that are perfect for a cold, winter day! #1 – StarMark Bob-A-Lot The Bob-A-Lot is a great toy that can be used with treats or your pup’s entire meal. This toy is weighted … Read more

Then & Now: The 10 Most Popular Dog Breeds of the Last Decade

Just like other aspects of American culture, the popularity of certain dog breeds has changed over the last decade. While some may become less popular as their use becomes less prevalent, others might become more popular if they’re breed is featured in a famous new movie or television show. As the new year starts fresh, we’ve decided to compare the top 10 most popular breeds then and now. All statistics are provided by the American Kennel Club and reference the … Read more

This Dog Owner Got Some Pawsitive Reinforcement During His Workout…

Working out… For most of the human population, it just isn’t our favorite thing to do. Still, we know it’s necessary for good health, so we try. And try. And try. It often takes a lot of failed attempts to stick to a fitness routine before something really sticks. One big lifestyle change that happens when you get a dog has to do with this – dogs like to run and play and burn off energy. So, being their #1 … Read more

10 Ailments Dog Owners Commonly Overlook

The earlier you recognize and treat something your dog has, the better. But some things are easy to miss, and unfortunately go undetected by dog owners. Dr. Cathy Alinovi, DVM, owner of Healthy Pawsibilities, gave us her list of the 10 most commonly overlooked aches and pains dogs face, and the signs you should look for. If you think your dog may have any of these conditions, take them to the vet as soon as possible. 1. Hip Dysplasia This … Read more

10 Ways To Reduce Dog Smells

Just because you love your dog doesn’t mean you love the way he makes the house smell. Even worse is when you have people over and they can smell what you have become nose-blind to – your dog’s natural smells.  Here are 10 ways to help reduce that Eau de Doggy in your home. #1 – CritterZone Air Naturalizer The CritterZone Air Naturalizer technology was developed to specifically handle the strongest of pet odors: urine, feces, glands, breath, gas, pet food, crates and more. … Read more

These Doggie Siblings Were Just Minding Their Own Business…Then THIS Happened

As content as they are to nap the afternoon away or play a game of fetch all throughout the house, there’s no doubt that our furry best friends ultimately love their outside time. Most pet owners know how to get their dog revved up to head into the great outdoors, and it doesn’t take long for those furry friends to get on board once they’re presented with the idea. Whether it’s “let’s go for a ride” “park!” or “potty time,” most pups immediately … Read more

8 Things We Do for Human Kids but Not Always Our Dogs

Many dog owners love their dogs as if they were human kids. Yet, we tend to overlook some basic necessities that we do with our human kids. Here are 8 things we do for them that we don’t do (or don’t do enough) for our dogs, but probably should. #1 – Daily Teeth Brushing Teething brushing is something many of us do not even think about for our dogs, yet we make sure our human kids do it at least twice … Read more

8 Signs Your Dog Would Enjoy a Buddy

Contemplating getting your dog a friend but wondering if he really wants a buddy or if you just have puppy fever? Here are 10 signs that your dog may enjoy having a live-in roommate. It’s always good to ask the advice of a pet professional—vet, trainer, rescuer—before bringing another dog into your home as well. #1 – Enjoys the Dog Park If your dog is the life of the party at the dog park, he may enjoy having a playmate at … Read more

5 Ways to Keep Your Dog Fit During Winter

Keeping our dogs in shape during the colder months can prove to be a difficult task. Not only is it just too cold to go on walks sometimes, it can actually be dangerous to our dog’s bare paws and the risk of slipping is much higher. So what are some of the best ways to exercise our dogs during winter? #1 – Dog Treadmill While treadmills might seem like something only for people, there are treadmills and other mills made … Read more

This Playfully Adorable Dog Food Commercial Will Make Your Day

In addition to belly rubs and couch cuddles, it’s safe to say most dogs love two other things unconditionally: paying with their toys and…no surprise here…food. In this promotional video for the food brand Beneful, doggie participants are invited to enjoy both! Using a dog-version of the Goldberg Machine (an apparatus that uses a chain reaction to creatively complete simple tasks), these dogs play, fetch, roll and, finally, eat! The fun series of events even includes a dog dunking a … Read more

5 Tips for Maintaining Your Dog’s Joints During Winter

Whether you’ve got an older dog suffering from arthritis or a younger pup with hip or elbow problems, keeping our dogs comfortable during the winter is important. Cold weather often increases joint pain and discomfort, making it difficult for our dogs to get around. Check out these tips below for maintaining your dog’s joints during the winter. #1 – Stay Warm Since it’s the cold that brings about the pain, keeping our pups warm during the colder months will certainly … Read more

Undercover Investigator Uncovers The Deception & Lies Pet Stores Say To Sell Puppies

The Humane Society of the United States sent an undercover investigator with a hidden camera into every pet store that sells puppies in Virginia. You won’t believe the kind of deception, cover-ups, and lies these pet stores say just to profit from selling puppies. They feed the customer with lies about where the puppy comes from, and even the documents about the puppy’s health are false! Watch the video below and see what these cold-hearted people will say just to … Read more