4 Things This “Dog Person” Never Understood About Cats
I’m a lifelong dog-person, dog-girl, dog-lady, all of that. I never saw myself owning a cat. Sabrina, our little black cat, has been living with us for about six months. She’s around a year old. There are still things that I am figuring out about her....
Why Do Dogs Bark at Nothing?
Sometimes our dogs alert us when the delivery driver knocks on the door, and that’s fantastic and warranted. You grab your food before it gets cold, or you scoop up your package before the neighborhood porch pirates stop by. Dog is good. But sometimes dogs seem...
Why I Shower With My Dogs – And You Can Too!
I think a lot of my weirdness is coming out in this blog lately, and I’m thrilled about it. I’ve learned so much about dogs in the past seven years of blogging and day-to-day life with Matilda and Cow, but the weird ways we get things done are golden....
When Does A Dog Become A Senior?
I just came back from dropping Cow off at the vet for her first ever dental appointment. I couldn’t help but feel a bit misty as the tech took her leash and walked her to the back, saying, “Let’s go for a walk!” And she’s going to be...
We Added A Cat To Our Two-Dog, Cat-Hating Household. Here’s What Happened.
Planning is so important when adding a new pet to your household, but sometimes life just drops an animal into your lap. I had months to plan for Matilda, while Cow simply happened to us. At first, Matilda didn’t like Cow, and I worried they would never get...![[Giveaway] Does FurZapper Really Remove Pet Hair From Laundry?](https://littledogtips.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/furzapper-pet-hair-remove-review.jpg)
[Giveaway] Does FurZapper Really Remove Pet Hair From Laundry?
What colors have you stopped wearing since your dog first came home? Cow is black and white, Matilda is reddish fawn, so that means no matter what color I wear, you’re going to see some fur on my clothes. The thing about lint rollers is that they don’t...
I’m Messy and Disorganized. Can I Still Be A Good Dog Parent?
There’s one thing in dog training resources that have always given me paws pause. Dogs need structure. Dogs need a schedule. Dogs need consistency. Just typing that out has my palms sweaty. I don’t know if that’s from coffee, or if, after seven years...
2022 – The Year of Mental Health For Dogs
If you’re like me, you depend on your dog for emotional support – sometimes. At other times, you might realize that you are, in fact, your dog’s emotional support human. Our dogs’ mental and emotional health is as important as their physical...![[Giveaway] The Things I’ve Seen At Super Pet Expo](https://littledogtips.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/super-pet-expo-edison-nj.jpg)
[Giveaway] The Things I’ve Seen At Super Pet Expo
Super Pet Expo in Edison, NJ was the highlight of my year when I was growing up in the armpit of America, and I still go whenever I can. This year, an event organizer reached out to me about writing about Super Pet Expo on my blog and hosting a giveaway for free...![[Giveaway] Alzoo Dog Calming Spray, Collar & Plugin Pet Product Review](https://littledogtips.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/alzoo-calming-anxiety-collar-spray-plugin-dog-product-review.jpg)
[Giveaway] Alzoo Dog Calming Spray, Collar & Plugin Pet Product Review
Anxiety is like blood pressure. Everyone has it, and if yours were zero, you’d be dead. It has important purposes for both humans and animals – our anxiety keeps us safe by helping us avoid dangerous situations. At least, that’s what my therapist...![[Giveaway] Yummy Combs Dental Chews Review #ad](https://littledogtips.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/yummy-combs-dental-chews-dogs.jpg)
[Giveaway] Yummy Combs Dental Chews Review #ad
My dog treat box is a graveyard of dental chews that haven’t worked for us. Matilda and Cow aren’t impressed by some of them, and maybe I shouldn’t be surprised – some of them smell really bland. Others, they were willing to eat, but caused...
What To Do When Your Dog Has A Broken Or Bent Nail
Last week, I noticed that the “pinky” side nail on Matilda’s left paw was bent at an outwards-turning 90 degree angle. I hadn’t seen any signs of pain like limping or licking before I saw it, but she didn’t let me mess with it too much....![[Review + Giveaway!] Wishbone Grip – Easily Open Tricky Plastic Bags #ad](https://littledogtips.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/wishbone-giveaway-.jpg)
[Review + Giveaway!] Wishbone Grip – Easily Open Tricky Plastic Bags #ad
The best inventions solve an everyday problem, and boy, did a fabulous invention come my way this month. The Wishbone is a simple accessory that instantly separates static-y layers on stubborn, hard-to-open plastic bags. If you walk your dog regularly, you’ve...![[Recipe] Easy Chicken Tacos For Dogs](https://littledogtips.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Tacos-1080x675.jpg)
[Recipe] Easy Chicken Tacos For Dogs
We celebrated Matilda and Cow’s 7th birthday with some dog-friendly tacos. This wouldn’t be our first time enjoying tacos on the blog, you might remember our Cinco De Mayo refried bean taco treats from a while ago. These tacos are a whole meal with all the...
15+ Life Hacks For Chihuahua Parents
Dog moms and dads, your life is about to get so much easier. Check out these tips I’ve been using to overcome everything from daily challenges to minor inconveniences that come with being the guardian of two darling doggies. Easily open plastic poop bags It can...
Should I Let My Dog Eat Cicadas?
Imagine if there were chicken nuggets falling from the sky, buzzing around and even hitting you right in the face. I think this is the world that Cow is living in right now, and if you live somewhere in the Midwestern to Eastern United States, your dog might be too....
Should I Get Professional Dental Cleaning For My Chihuahua?
They say the cutest mouths are the smelliest. Well, at least, I say that. Our tiny dogs are cursed with teeth that are crowded together and easily collect plaque and tartar. It’s no wonder we so often see toothless Chihuahuas with their tongue hanging out. While...
Does Your Dog Whine And Carry A Toy Around In Her Mouth?
When Matilda was about 15 months old, she pulled the feet off one of her toys. The feet looked like tiny brown beans about 1.5″ long that sort of resembled a very tiny baby Chihuahua. She used to take one of those tiny feet and carry it around in her mouth,...
7 Ways To Prank Your Dog For April Fool’s Day
This past year has been rough, to say the least, and I think that’s why April Fool’s Day seems so quiet this year. We’ve all been through enough! For our dogs, though, this year has been superb. We’ve spent more time at home with them than...
How To Catch A Loose Dog
You’d think dogs don’t have a sense of humor until your dog slips her leash while you’re out on a walk. While you panic and look out for cars, there’s your very funny dog, dancing around and daring you to chase her. In most cases, the worst...
My Dog Bites Me When I Give Her A Treat!
Do you ever lovingly share a bite of your food with your dog, or offer her a treat for a job well done, only for her to bite your fingers? I’ve realized that there’s a few ways to stop this from happening, and that it’s only partially a training or...
Are Small Amounts Of Chocolate Harmful To Dogs?
Most people realize that chocolate is toxic to dogs. But dogs do not realize that chocolate is toxic to dogs. So when your dog sneaks a bite of your cookie or a lap of your hot cocoa, you might panic – until you find out that it takes a higher dose to land your...
How To Get Your Dog To Drink More Water
Does your dog’s water bowl remain untouched at the end of the day? Do you feel as though you never catch her drinking? Water is an essential nutrient. You know that when you’re working long hours and forget to drink water, you might get a headache, you...
How To Make 10-Minute Mashed Potatoes or Sweet Potatoes For Your Dog
When prepping some potatoes for Thanksgiving today, I realized that I had just two taters left in the bag. I was overloading my pot as it was, so I decided to save them for my dogs. One problem – I had already put away my cutting board and didn’t have room...
Our Holiday Family Updates
There has been so much going on with our family that I’ve been wanting to write about, but the more that happens, the less time I seem to have to write about it, and the more overwhelmed I feel. Where to start! I’m just going to run-down how our family has...
I Found A Flea On My Dog… What Do I Do??
When I spotted a flea crawling around on Matilda’s belly, I knew to act fast. I knew what to do because we’ve had fleas before. Sometimes I share things on my blog that I’m a little embarrassed about. The fact that this is the second “flea...
Can A Dog Be Litter Trained?
Indoor potty systems for dogs are controversial. Some people, experienced trainers included, feel that puppy pads and other indoor potty areas can confuse your dog, making her think it’s okay to relieve herself anywhere she wants in your home. But I think...
3 Ways To Use Up Leftover Canned Pumpkin For Dogs
Canned pumpkin is basically the whole grail of dog tummy health. Is your dog constipated? Pumpkin. Are her anal glands firing off in the house? Pumpkin. Does she have diarrhea? PUMPKIN. But your dog doesn’t have to have a digestive issue to enjoy pumpkin. Which...
Is My Dog Dumb? What I Learned From My Less-Clever Dog
If I hadn’t had Matilda, I might not notice that Cow is… well… Saying that she’s “dumb” is an unfair simplification of the situation. I love Cow, and we never refer to the ones we love the most as “dumb.” But on a...Are you an extraordinary pet business owner?
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