I remember the first time I heard that HONKING noise as my dog shuddered, eyes bulging, ribcage expanding and contracting, tail sticking straight up in the air. It was terrifying. …

Do your little dog’s kisses smell like rotting garbage? Stinky breath is more than just an inconvenience. It’s a sign that there is something more important going on with your …

Just a few things distinguish mankind from animals: Our ability to communicate through complex verbal and written language, our self-awareness, and our ability to eat “people food.” Oh wait. No. …

Show our guest author some love with comments and shares! Written by Christine Durrant, Professional Dog Trainer & Pet Expert at FearlessPet.com Does your little dog pull on leash? Just …

A huge German Shepherd tearing away at a whole chicken looks so natural, like a wolf devouring their prey.  But you might have a harder time picturing your sub-10 pound …

Is anise seed like catnip for dogs? Dogs seem to love the scent of anise – who doesn’t? You’ll instantly recognize the scent of the sweet herb as licorice. Anise …

Do those ears hang low? All puppies are born with their ears flat against their head. Between 4 and 7 months of age, if your puppy is meant to have …

Are you feeling overwhelmed by articles, news clips, and passing advice about what your dog should eat? “If your dog eats that, they will die at an early age and …

Does your full-grown dog have no idea what a crate is? Whether you adopted her later in life, or just didn’t feel the need to crate-train her as a puppy, …

Puppy pads are incredibly useful for dogs and puppies that are left alone for longer than they can “hold it,” senior and disabled dogs, people who live in apartments, do …

Comfort is, summed up in a single moment, when your dog rests their head on you and sighs deeply.  I could end this post right here. We’ve all seen our …

Firework anxiety in dogs can manifest in different ways. Your dog may shake, pant, drool, try to hide, or may actually try to “fight” the unseen enemy by running around, …

Barking at squirrels, going nuts when the doorbell rings, getting in squabbles with other dogs – reacting is not unusual dog behavior. After all, dogs will be dogs, right? But …

I was the proud owner of an Australian Cattle Dog mix. Whenever I spotted a fellow heeler owner at the dog park, we nodded to one another, knowingly. I was …

Teaching your dog any skill, even if it’s simply sitting on cue, is good for her brain. But teaching a dog to paint is a whole ‘notha level of mental …

This article was contributed by our guest author, Madison Baker. Show her some love by sharing and commenting on this post! —– All dogs are little angels, right? Well, that’s …

Most dog trainers would include a crate like this one on their list of dog owner must-haves.  Crates speed up housebreaking because dogs generally won’t soil their own “den.” It …

Matilda and Cow were born in the Central Valley in California, and they probably still remember getting leftover tacos from their former owners – Cow surely charmed the taco truck …

Notice anything different about LittleDogTips.com? It’s been a long time coming, but finally, dear Cow is in our logo. I commissioned amazing animal artist Kristen Pednaud of Dobby Doodles to …

What could be more tasty than a snack that you can share with your very best friend? Making beef jerky with your at-home dehydrator is fun, but it’s tricky to …

Have you heard of bone broth? If you’re an active reader of articles in the pet, human wellness, sports or food space, you’ve definitely heard about the seemingly miracle benefits …

Ever since I’ve known her, Cow has been Cow, but I always wanted to know more about her lineage. What gave her those beautiful spots, and why are her ears …

Guest Authored By Kaylee Moore – Show our guest author some love by sharing and commenting! Some dogs just don’t like treats. I can hear the howls of laughter now. …

When you’re single on Valentine’s Day, but you have a dog or two, you’re not going to experience a shortage of love, far from it. My favorite part of being …

Is it time for dinner yet? A post shared by Matilda The Meep Meep (@matildawoofwoof) on Jan 27, 2018 at 5:10pm PST I took just one training session to teach …

Dogs are born to chase. Heelers chase livestock, terriers chase rats, and hounds chase rabbits. Most pet dogs don’t have many opportunities to chase, though they still have a penchant …

During the summer, it’s wonderful to spend a few minutes in the morning sun while the dogs chomp away at their breakfast bones. In the winter, my short-haired dogs can …

Finding healthy treat options for your dogs can be challenging, especially when your dogs have food intolerances or you feed a raw diet. These low-fat turkey trees make a great …

When you have more than one dog, you may have been given the advice to establish one dog as the “alpha” of the house. This typically would be the oldest …

Small dogs are prone to dental disease because those tiny mouths can get crowded, allowing tartar to build up between teeth. As much as you brush with doggy toothpaste, you …