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New Dog Do’s and Don’ts

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How you prepare for your new dog’s arrival and how you pass the first few weeks together may well determine whether your relationship works out.

It’s Not Your Imagination: Dogs Do Mimic Their Owners

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Behavioral scientists have long questioned whether dogs are capable of mimicking each other or people. A recent study published in the Proceedings of the Royal Society B: Biological Sciences has shown that dogs are not only capable of mimicking their owners, they do so automatically. In fact, their drive to copy our head and hand (paw) movements is so strong that they tend to do so even when it is not in their best interests.

Dog Accessories 2019: Best Dog Gear of the Year

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The whole world is aware that we love to buy stuff for our pets; more than $70 billion was spent by U.S. owners on their pets last year. But we have to say that a lot of that spending was a waste! There are tons of cutesy, low-quality products out there that fail to deliver any real benefit to either dogs or their handlers. That's where we can help, with five pages of top-quality stuff that you and your dog will truly enjoy.

Why Adopting an Adult Dog Has its Advantages

So, you've recently adopted an adolescent or adult dog, or you're planning to adopt one from a rescue group or shelter in the near future. Good for you! It generally takes adult dogs a lot longer to get adopted than those irresistible, pudgy puppies – even when they are calmer, better-socialized, house-trained, and past the chew everything in sight" stage. Shelter staffers often shake their heads as families pass up ideal
Scientists have proven that dogs can smell cancer with implications for early dectection.

Can Dogs Smell Cancer?

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Countless studies also show that dogs can detect certain diseases like Parkinson’s and SARS-CoV-2, along with the onset of conditions such as seizures, low or high blood sugar in diabetics, and migraines. Now, mounting evidence suggests that dogs can also play a part in detecting human cancer.
Travel with your dog in a care is best done with your dog safely secured to protect them, and prevent distraction.

How To Travel With Your Dog

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The holiday season is approaching—a prime time for traveling to visit friends, relatives, and loved ones. If you’re anything like me, you’re probably thinking about how to travel with your dog. As someone who has driven from New York to California and Colorado to California multiple times so my dogs didn’t have to miss a holiday or spend time with a pet sitter, I’ve accumulated a wealth of knowledge when it comes to traveling with my furry friends.

Service Dogs In National Parks

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As one of the first people to hike in a national park with a service dog, I was very aware that Trigger and I had the responsibility to set a good example and to educate people about service dogs in national parks. Often when we stepped off the trail for a break or to let people pass, we got questions and I always took the time to answer them as accurately as possible. A lot of questions were about service dogs...
Parks and outdoor areas make for dog friendly vacations.

5 Best Dog Friendly Vacations

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Ready for a vacation but don’t want to leave your dog behind? Dog friendly vacations take a little more planning, but many destinations boast...
Maremmano abruzzese sheepdog sitting near the table at italian cafe terrace. Adorable huge white dog with shawl

Are There Restaurants That Allow Dogs?

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A number of restaurants allow dogs in their outdoor seating areas. There are a few that even offer special menu items for canine guests. You should consider your and other guest's comfort by being sure that your dog is a well mannered dinner date.

Helping You Keep Track: Activity Trackers for Dogs

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I’ve been a FitBit user since 2013. When my dog is off-leash, I’ve often wondered about the overall distance of his adventures, since when...
Dog urine killing grass? Try changing things up.

Help for Dog Urine Killing Grass

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Dog pee killing grass happens because of the high nitrogen content in dog urine. A little nitrogen is great for plants, but a lot . . . not so much.

When Your Dog Hates Being Touched

not training. Proceed more slowly