The mouth of a canine is rumored to be sanitary, but are dog’s mouths cleaner than humans? Even with regular dental care, a dog still uses their mouth to clean their butt or to eat the contents of your bathroom trash bin. With all the nasty things dogs get into it’s no surprise that scientists […]
Have you ever leaned over to snuggle your pup, only to notice an unpleasant odor coming from their ears? Before you think about getting out the cotton swabs, you need to make sure you know how to clean dog ears safely. Most people rely on their groomer or vet because they know how to clean […]
Are you planning on taking a trip with your dog? Flying might seem like a good option, but sadly, not all airlines allow dogs on airplanes. Always do research before booking a flight because even airlines that do allow dogs on airplanes have significant restrictions. It helps to create a checklist to ensure you don’t […]
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 […]