I'm not sure when the big divide began between rescues & breeders began, but if you're part of the dog world it's hard not to see it on a daily basis. Why I Won't Play Into the Rescue vs Breeder Debate It's like comparing apples to … [Read more...]
13 Helpful Sites to Find the Latest Dog Articles
I'm often asked where I find all the articles and posts for my weekly round up posts, so I decided to put together a nifty little cheat sheet. The best part is these sites can be used to find articles in any topic, not just dogs. Oh and they're … [Read more...]
Scientists Are Saving Africa’s Wild Dogs…With Urine
Scientists Are Finding Innovative Ways to Save Africa's Wild Dogs Their scientific name is Lycoan pictus but they're more commonly called the African Wild Dog, and they're in trouble. Their numbers have been steadily declining over the past few … [Read more...]
Do We Put Too Much Emphasis on Our Dogs Past?
This is an open letter to certain dog owners that obsess over their dog's past. You'll often see them on forums, complaining about their dog's behavior but unwilling to take advice. How much do you know about your dog's past? If you're like me … [Read more...]
Why Do We Celebrate Extreme Dog Breeding?
I love Bully breeds, but I don't love how much media attention the world's biggest Pit Bull is getting. He might be a sweet dog, but there's nothing sweet about extreme dog breeding. Dogs bred for their extreme size are adding to the problems these … [Read more...]
3 Things I Miss About Owning a Dog in the Suburbs
When I bought my home my first priority was having a big yard - and I got it. While I love my home and yard there are a few things I really miss about living in a neighborhood; sidewalks and less bugs immediately come to mind. What I Miss Most … [Read more...]
What You Need to Know Before Shaving Your Dog
I made the mistake of shaving my dog (an Australian Shepherd) years ago, and it's something I'll always regret. I figured shaving him for the summer would be an easy way to help keep him cool when we were out, but that didn't happen. It just made … [Read more...]
Roundup #2: Our Favorite Dog Articles of the Week
You know what I love about weekends besides sleeping in? Catching up on my reading with a nice hot cup of coffee. Here's my choices for this weeks best doggie articles of the week. Hope you enjoy them as much as I did. Favorite Dog Articles of the … [Read more...]
33 Ways to Keep Your Dog Busy Indoors
Looking for some easy ways to keep your dog busy indoors? You've come to the right place. Keeping your dog entertained can be a challenge, and simply trying to come up with new ideas to keep your dog entertained can be more exhausting than … [Read more...]
10 Dog Bite Prevention Tips For Kids
I don't remember being taught about dog bite prevention. I'm sure my parents taught me not to pull on my dogs tail, and I'm sure they told me not to ride her like a pony. And I think if I were standing on the dog to reach the sink they'd have told … [Read more...]