Anyone who considers their furry counterparts members of their family may prefer human names for dogs instead of conventional pseudonyms such as Fluffy, Scruffy or Patch. Even though the personification of pets is a controversial subject for some, Rover’s 2017 Dog Name Study found that 44% of owners prefer human names for dogs. In fact, […]
Trust me when I say that humans need dog training commands more than dogs do. You may think that is an absurd declaration, but it’s true. Whether you’re a first-time dog owner or a seasoned pet parent, no one is perfect. It’s not always easy to teach basic dog training commands, but training can keep […]
Do you or one of your family members have an overweight dog? The Association for Pet Obesity Prevention (APOP) published a 2016 clinical study noting that there were 14.9 million overweight dogs in the United States. Sadly, that number keeps climbing, and it’s becoming a bit of an epidemic. Dogs who suffer from excess weight gain and […]
Ever hear the expression “Let sleeping dogs lie”? That is a real statement unless of course, you find a dog sleeping a lot more than usual, but how do you know when you need to be concerned? Humans are always saying how I’ve got it made, and I can’t disagree with them because you can […]
Your dog loves to be pet, but he’d be even happier if learn some dog massage techniques. Yes, you heard that right, dog massage techniques. Nothing feels better than a good rub down, and why should humans have all the fun? While studies on dog massage benefits are limited, there is information showing that massage […]
With the help of the AKC’s breed database, we’ve made a list of low shedding dogs to show you how many allergy-friendly pals are available. Many dogs are surrendered to shelters every day with the excuse that people have allergies. On the flip side, there are many people out there that would love to have […]
Every day you come home to discover another pair of chewed up shoes, scratches on your furniture, and some other barely identifiable item shredded across your living room. While in some cases it could be anxiety, most of the time it’s just because you have a bored dog. Boredom can affect any dog, but some […]
Substantial research about dog depression and anxiety is few and far between, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t trust your instincts if you think your dog is suffering. We know from many studies that humans experience depression, especially if there is a low level of serotonin in the brain. There are endless amounts of medications, […]
There is a whole world of communication humans are missing out on by not paying attention to dog expressions. Those puppy dog eyes and drooping ears, their tail tucked between their legs, that goofy smile they give you when you come home after a day at the office: These dog expressions are a way for […]
Now some of you may be thinking, “Really Napa, FOOD names for dogs?” Hear me out. With so many name choices out there, it’s always our goal to find something fun and unique. Here at Napa’s Daily Growl, there are two things we adore, dogs (duh!) and food! We started thinking of all the fantastic […]
