Do Dogs Get Colds and Flus? What We Need To Watch for This Winter
Most of us will have at least one cold or flu this year. For those of us that spend a lot of time indoors, in crowded spaces, especially around children, …
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Most of us will have at least one cold or flu this year. For those of us that spend a lot of time indoors, in crowded spaces, especially around children, …
I read once that dogs turn in a circle before they poop because they’re trying to align with the earth’s magnetic field. For years, I’ve thought about this every time …
The universal, worst-thing-ever, is that moment when you accidentally step on your dog’s toes, they let out that heart-shattering squeal, and they don’t understand that you never meant to hurt …
If you’re like me, the ones you love the most don’t speak a lick of English. I‘m talking about dogs, of course. But not just my dogs – my grandma, …
As I get closer to my upcoming eye surgery, I’ve been thinking more about my dog’s eyesight too. The thing is, I didn’t know that I had strabismus until I …
If you use puppy pads, you know how their cost can really add up. When you go through a few pads a day, those small packs of about 15-20 barely …
Matilda wearing a Voyagers rain coat and Cow is wearing a Ruffwear Sun Shower. Summer rains have made walking my dogs a challenge. It seems like at least once a …
Needless to say, dogs are our babies. But we never expect to actually change their diapers. And yet, diapers for dogs exist. But why? Can You Use Diapers for Potty-Training …
It’s so important to question normal, everyday practices. That’s why I appreciated it when someone commented on one of my posts that they find crating a dog cruel during the …
This spring, Matilda and Cow turned 9 years old. This is a definitive time when both dogs are, without a doubt, seniors. Another reason this age is a turning point …
Have you heard about how reading to dogs helps kids improve their reading skills? Dogs are patient, judgement-free listeners. They don’t mind if kids take their time sounding out new …
Have you ever been told to “pop” your dog’s leash or collar? You might have seen this technique in an article, a book, or even on TV. Like many dog …
Dogs rely on us to help them stay healthy. And it can be tough because their needs are so different than ours – and yet, so similar too. Like humans, …
Trick-training can unlock both your creativity and that of your dog’s. That’s right – dogs can be creative, too! As you teach your dog the basic cues like sit and …
Do you have a nighttime ninja pooper? It’s not uncommon for dogs to seem totally housetrained during the day, while their humans are awake, then sneak around at night leaving …
Meeting your dog for the first time is unforgettable. And if you love dogs, you probably loved your dog very much when you met them. And you likely realized that …
Does your dog bark up a storm, chew up your furniture, or run out into the street? Bad habits can range from mildly annoying to seriously dangerous. No matter how …
Nothing beats the pure joy of a new puppy… but they can bring so much mess & stress, too. Puppy potty training requires consistency, patience, and determination, but even seasoned …
After puppyhood, when your dog has had their core vaccines and isn’t suffering from any chronic health issues, it’s tempting to skip their annual wellness visits. In times when our …
Does your dog ever get nervous or worked up – and suddenly give off a pungent, fishy, almost metallic or iron-like odor? Then you, too, have been a victim of …
January brings a time of introspection for a lot of us, and this year I found myself turning down a path of trying to better understand people who are totally …
Every cat-cohabiting dog’s favorite thing about their roommate: that wonderful box of kitty crumpets. Cat poop, to dogs, are irresistible truffles. Since cat food generally has more protein and fat …
If you get trick-or-treaters at your house, you’re bound to see a few four-legged visitors accompanying their little humans. Don’t get caught without some goodies for the pups, too – …
How embarrassing! Have you ever brought your totally, long-ago potty-trained dog over to your friend’s house, only for them to pee or poop in their home? This is something I’ve …
When I was a kid, the old dog books I’d pore over in the library would say to ignore your dog when you first come home. It’s one of the …
You’ve probably seen your dog kick their back legs after pooping. Many pet parents wonder if their dog is trying to – without success – bury their poop. Sometimes, your …
Most dogs love food, and are highly motivated by treats, but some are more food-obsessed than others. Matilda, for instance, has a one-track mind. She’ll do anything for a crumb, …
If you’ve been on my blog for a while you might have seen me cover doggy toothpaste and dental care a few times. If not, a quick refresher: Those of …
When I first saw headlines going around about a canine cancer that’s passed through sniffing one another’s private parts, I was alarmed. My dogs, like all dogs, love sniffing other …
In case you’re new here, Matilda is my five-pound Chihuahua mix, and Cow is my 30-pound… well her DNA test says she’s a Chow-Chow, German Shepherd, Jack Russell, Cocker Spaniel. …