It’s tough when you don’t have access to a safe, fenced-in yard for your dog. I know what it’s like. I live in an apartment right now, I have to …
Dogs have a lot in common with their humans. They’re mammals, they’re highly social, and they – unfortunately – share most major diseases with us, from diabetes to cancer. On …
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 …