Gen Y Dogma: The Unexpected Costs Of Being An Urban Pet Parent
Living in a bustling urban center can have its advantages. But it also comes with a host of costly extras you may have never had suspected… especially…
Living in a bustling urban center can have its advantages. But it also comes with a host of costly extras you may have never had suspected… especially…
Scientists have finally uncovered just what it is that makes dogs look like their owners. Turns out, it’s all in the eyes. Sadahiko Nakajima, a psychol…
We welcome recipe submissions from our readers and are pleased to share this dog stew recipe from Sherry Faubus: Luckys MMMMeaty Homemade Dog Stew Recipe
Oscar loves his GrandMoe (Thats my Mum, Maureen or Moe for short).One of the many ways she spoils him is with her special Woof-Tacular Dog Treats Recipe.
Meet Rio, our Upside Down Dog of the Week from Upsidedowndogs.com. Rio is a 14-month-old female English Springer Spaniel from Lewes, East Sussex, England, UK…
So you might have heard about spaying, but be wondering what all the fuss is about. Spaying can be a controversial issue. Some people swear by it.
This week’s Adoptable Dog of the Week from Adoptapet.com is Ryan, a happy fellow from Sprakers, NY. A Pitbull/American Bulldog mix, Ryan sports a beaut…
Do you have a rambunctious kitty who often mistakes your hands and fingers for chew toys? Cat bites can be painful - here's what to do about the problem.
Tips and tricks to keep Fido happy and healthy when he’s having a sleepover with friends Being a pet sitter, my furry clients are a second family to me…
When you get a dog, you may notice how other relationships in your life change. Christina Peden talks about how her friendships changed when she brought her…
Annie Blumenfeld and her rescue dog, Teddy, have a calling: to raise money and awareness for other rescue pups in need What were you doing when you were 16?…
Do any of these myths about a dog’s dental health sound familiar to you? Many dog parents don’t realize the importance of providing basic dental…
What a sweetheart! Meet Sweet Pea, our Adoptable Dog of the Week. This young lady is a Boxer mix from Phoenix, AZ. Sweet Pea is already spayed, housetrained,…
We test the all-in-one DNA kit to see if it can determine what kind of breed your dog is When you’re out with your dog, people come up to talk to you.…
We called it the Golden Goodness Dog Treat Recipe because there are a lot of gold ingredients: whole wheat flour, wheat bran, honey and rolled oats.
Say hello to Symphony, our Adoptable Dog of the Week from Adoptapet.com. Living in Phoenix, AZ, this adorable Boxer is about 3 years old and is ready to leav…
Say hello to Paisley, our Adoptable Dog of the Week from Adoptapet.com. Paisley is a female adult Bull Terrier/American Bulldog Mix from Southampton, PA. She…
What do you do with those leftover bananas that are going bad? Don't throw them out - use them in a homemade dog treat.
Cody's Blend Homemade Dog Food Recipe combines plenty of healthy ingredients: ground turkey, lentils, peas, carrots and split peas. Easy and delicious!
In this article you will learn how to make your own homemade dog shampoo from simple household ingredients.
The best personal trainer is your furry best friend! Get active, get healthy and get going – it’s time to kick 2015 off with cool physical activi…
Although we can't give you an exact amount you'd pay for dog insurance, we can let you in on some of the factors that affect dog insurance rates.
We know it’s only Tuesday – only four more days until the weekend. To make the beginning of the week more enjoyable, we present to you our Upside…
The life of a dog blogger is glamorous – especially if you’re Amy Burkert. Recently, she traded in her Class C motorhome she, her dogs and her hu…
Let's go over the basics about what palliative care is, in which situations it might be needed and how to create a palliative care plan for older dogs.
Let's talk about collapsed trachea in dogs, what you should know, and what your options are. The most common symptom is a dry, honking cough.
Your puppy comes home, you’ve explored every inch of her adorable body, rubbing her belly and ears, taking pictures and posting them on Facebook for ev…
Say hello to Normandy, our Adoptable Dog of the Week from Adoptapet.com. Normandy is a young male Labrador Retriever and Shar Pei mix from San Diego, CA. He…
When it comes to dog insurance policies, you’ve got a variety of coverages to choose from Navigating your way through the maze that is dog insurance ca…
We can’t say “No” to a lovely lady – you look into Esperanza’s eyes and try to tell her that she can’t come home with you…
Purina has issued a limited recall on Purina ONE beyOnd Our White Meat Chicken & Whole Barley Recipe Adult Dry Dog Food due to a salmonella risk. This recall…
Are you for or against retractable dog leashes? I'm not a huge fan, but I know pet parents who won't leave home without them. Here are some pro and cons.
If you don't want to take your dog to a groomers to have it professionally done, you can learn to trim dog nails yourself with these easy steps.
When I wrote an article on Urban Mushing, I was contacted by Kev Roberts, a skijoring, kicksledding, and dog-scootering aficionado who lives in Winnipeg, Man…
When you meet “the one,” you just know… that you need to bring a dog into the mix. That’s what it was like when writer Christina Ped…
Mom was onto something! No matter how you slice and dice it, you'll want to add these top 10 healthy vegetables for dogs into your pooch's diet.
After an unthinkable tragedy, the Perk family transformed their sorrow into a foundation that educates parents and kids about living with dogs After darkness…
Research out of the UK shows that a single genetic test may not be enough to improve the health of pedigree dog breed lines. For Harry Potter fans, we know i…
Ever wonder how commercial dog food is regulated? We go over what companies have to do before kibble hits the shelves. Commercial food products for people ar…
When I make dog food for Oscar, I always throw in at least one carrot for good measure. Carrots are one of the wonderful veggies that humans and dogs can sha…
Who needs Brangelina when you’ve got Harvey and Harmony? Are you ready for the warm fuzzies? Yep, that’s what we thought. In just over a minute,…
Cheerio mate! This week’s Upside Down Dog from Upsidedowndogs.com is Charlie. This Jack Russell and Beagle mix is from South East, UK and is “goi…
Whether you're a jet setter or a road-trip warrior, if you're bringing Fido along for the ride, you need to look into Dog Travel Insurance.
This week, we’re going to tease you a little bit. We’ll be giving away three bags of Merrick’s Classic formula for dogs… but this is…
Big problems do come in small packages – how to tell if your pooch has small dog syndrome. It’s so easy for a small dog to get her way. Just look…
Does your dog have a belly ache? The cause may be from an intestinal infection called Giardia. Learn more about the parasite behind giardia in dogs.
Tuffy’s Pet Foods, Inc. of Perham, MN is voluntarily recalling specific lots of 4 lb. bags of Nutrisca Chicken and Chick Pea Recipe Dry Dog Food becaus…
Cinnamon is a sweetie – and that’s why she’s our Adoptable Dog of the Week! This young lady is a 2-year-old American Staffordshire Terrier…
How much food should I be giving my dog? Here’s what you need to know about dog feeding guidelines before you ring the dinner bell. While it might seem…
One of our readers, Elliot, asked us to come up with a few grain-free recipes for Asterix, his German Shepherd, and I was happy to oblige. You’ll be se…
Hunky men? Check. Precious pooches? Check. Cuddly kitties? Check. Good cause? Check. This calendar’s got it all. We’ll take one for every room of…
They may be small, but hookworms in dogs can lead to big health problems. As pet parents, we love to indulge our furry best friends with the best – fro…
Meet Dukes, our Adoptable Dog of the Week from Adoptadog.com. This senior from Mays Landing, NJ still has lots of life in him and wants to find a home to cal…
Lincoln Bark sent him Sweet Little Butterpup and Treat Smart treats. Made with Chia Seeds, a superfood that contains antioxidants and omega-3 fatty acids.
We're pleased to announce a brand-new feature - our Upsidedown Dog of the Week! We've teamed up with Upsidedowndogs.com to bring you a topsy-turvy pup.
Think you know the difference between a poodle and a ferret? For one Argentinian man, it turned out that the toy poodles he thought he was buying were in fac…
Non-profit organization Pets in the Classroom offers grants to help teach students about pets Growing up, my family always had pets as a way to help teach us…
AKC Celebrates Dogs special airs January 31 on the Lifetime Network What are you doing tomorrow? If it doesn’t include parking yourself in front of you…
We really liked the idea of Zee.Dog's Ruff Leash. This dog leash is made for pooches that take you for a walk, rather than the other way around.
Meet Gumu, our Adoptable Dog of the Week from Adoptapet.com. Gumu is an adult male English Bulldog and Boxer Mix from Portland, OR. He is already neutered, h…