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Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Tammy

Meet Tammy, our Adoptable Dog of the Week from Adoptapet.com. Tammy is a female Basset Hound Mix from Laton, CA. She’s small, cute and is already spaye…

Frozen Yogurt Dog Treats Recipe

The dog days of summer are upon us and our dogs are looking for ways to cool down. We've got the perfect solution - this Frozen Yogurt Dog Treats Recipe!

Frisky Siberian Husky Falls For A Pile Of Leaves [Video]

Fall is our favorite season, but no one loves it more than this frisky Siberian Husky! Remember how much you loved jumping into a pile of leaves when you wer…

Upside Down Dog Of The Week – Giest

Meet Giest, our Upside Down Dog of the Week from Upsidedowndogs.com. Giest is an 11-year-old male Weimaraner from Bucks, UK. Here’s what his owner Marc…

4 Alternatives to Dog Boarding

Going away and don't want to board your dog? We've come up with a few alternatives to dog boarding that will help give you peace of mind while you're away.

Upside Down Dog Of The Week – Alex

Say “Cheese!” Meet Alex, our Upside Down Dog of the Week from Upsidedowndogs.com. Alex is a 5-year-old male Bullmastiff from Saltdal, Norway. Her…

Product Review: Ruffwear Omnijore Joring System

We test out Ruffwear's Omnijore Joring System. Designed for any dog-pulling activity, Kev uses the Ruffwear Omnijore Joring System on a recent skijoring run

Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Rosa

You’ll fall in love with Rosa, our Adoptable Dog of the Week. Rosa is a blind adult Rat Terrier from Atlanta, GA. She is already spayed, housetrained,…

Something Smells Fishy… It’s Tuna, In His First VW Ad! [Video]

Tuna melts your heart in this adorable Volkswagen commercial. Don’t you love when a social media site makes someone a bona fide star? Just look at Tuna…

The Shocking Truth About Dogs and Garlic

There is a lot of controversy surrounding dogs and garlic on the Internet. Thanks to the research efforts of experts, many believe garlic is good for dogs.

FDA Sends Warning Letter To Purina, Citing Significant Violations At F

Nestle Purina starts 2015 off on the wrong foot – with a warning letter from the FDA What a way to start off the year! Nestle Purina PetCare recently l…

Barking Bad Breath Dog Biscuit Recipe

If you're sick of being woken up in the morning with the foul stench of dog breath right, you'll want to try our Barking Bad Breath Dog Biscuit Recipe.

Top 10 Picks From The 2014 Global Pet Expo

What a rush! Everyone was at the 2014 Global Pet Expo – even Elvis (and his sidekick, Gambler). I had a great time catching up with old friends, mak…

PetPace Wireless Smart Collar Tracks And Monitors Your Pet’s Health

I'm excited to hear about the PetPace, a new smart wireless collar that monitors your pet's health, vital signs, activity and wellbeing all day, every day.

Product Review: Chuckit LIGHTPLAY Line [Video]

Now that the days are shorter, there’s less light. That means when you get home from work, it’s hard to get outside to play fetch. But Kevin Robe…

Soggy Doggy Super Shammy Review

Oscar hates baths and he hates being wet - what a diva. That's why I was happy to take the Soggy Doggy Super Shammy out for a "dry" run to see if it worked.

Upside Down Dogs Of The Week – Rouge and Charlee

Double your fun with two upside down dogs. That’s right – we’ve got two Upside Down Dogs of the Week from Upsidedowndogs.com. Rouge and Cha…

Tails From A Pet Sitter: 10 Things I Learned On The Job

Don’t quit your day job just yet – our resident pet sitting pro shares some hard truths about the profession Sure, pet sitting sounds like it&rsq…

Dog Parent Alert: Is Doggie Daycare A Scam?

Before shelling out your money, make sure that doggie daycare is worth the expense Pet spas and doggie daycares are popping up all over the country as an alt…

Gen Y Dogma: 4 Ways Getting A Dog Changes Your Friendships

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…

What is Cushing’s Disease in Dogs?

Cushings disease in dogs is brought about by an excess of circulating cortisol hormone. This causes tumors to form on a dogs adrenal or pituitary glands.

Who Made The Mess? The Answer… Won’t Shock You [Video]

When you leave your dogs at home and come back to a huge mess, it’s easy to tell which one is the culprit. It’s always the one with the guilty lo…

A Pet Parent’s Guide To Heartworm Treatments

Is your dog safe? Let's go over the basics about what heartworm is, how and why you should protect your dog, and the heartworm treatments available to you.

Pet Flipping – The New “In” Thing in Crime

Youve heard of House Flipping now get ready for Pet Flipping. People are actually stealing dogs from families and selling them on the Internet.

On The Road Again: Basic Car Etiquette For Well Behaved Dog Trippers

What’s the longest period of time you’ve ever been in a car with a dog (or four dogs, for that matter)? For Kevin Roberts, he’s driven thro…

Product Review: Pawz Dog Boots

We woke up this morning, and it was -40. It looked like a great day to test the Pawz Dog Boots! They come 12 to a pack, and fit any dog from 1" to 5" feet.

Cool Summer Ideas For Panting Pooches

Hot dogs know how to keep it cool this summer We couldn’t be more excited that summer is finally here – especially after that brutal winter that…

Cody’s Blend Homemade Dog Food Recipe

Cody's Blend Homemade Dog Food Recipe combines plenty of healthy ingredients: ground turkey, lentils, peas, carrots and split peas. Easy and delicious!

BarkCode Helps Lost Dogs Get Home Quicker

Lost dogs can find their way home with BarkCode’s range of loss prevention products With our loss prevention month coming to a close, we wanted to high…

Upside Down Of The Week – Bim

What a mug! Meet Bim, our Upside Down Dog of the Week from Upsidedowndogs.com. He is a 6-year-old Pointer from Latvia. Here’s what his mom, Laura, has…

Halloween Pumpkin Oatmeal Spice Dog Treat Recipe

Pumpkin, oatmeal and a touch of spice - so scary, and yet so good! Don't wait until Halloween to bake up a batch, they're good all year long.

Teaching Your Puppy To Walk On A Leash

Whoa there puppy! Before we can go for a walk, you need to learn to walk on a leash. Unless you’re lucky enough to live on hundreds of acres of secure,…

Gen Y Dogma: The Worst Halloween Dog Costumes Ever

Halloween is almost here, and Christina Peden talks why she’s dressing Matilda up in a dog costumes… but she has her limits. And if you dress up your dog in one of her worst Halloween dog costumes ever, your house is in for a rotten egg-stravaganza and TPing you’ll never be able to clean up.

Therapy Dogs May Be The Key To Less Stress And Loneliness At Colleges

Feeling stressed or depressed? Spending time with a furry friend may be just the thing you need. We all know it to be intuitively true: when we spend time wi…

Show And Tell: Pets In The Classroom Get An A+

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…

Abraca-dog-bra! Dogs Don’t Know What To Make Of Vanishing Magic Trea

Now you see it, now you don’t. Ah, the oldest trick in the book… so how will dogs react to it? Well, they just don’t know what to think. T…

Pitbull Petrified Of Suspicious-Looking Pineapple [Video]

We all have opinions when it comes to the foods we don’t like. Some of us will make loud gagging noises when the offending food is mentioned. Others wi…

Adventures In Dog Sitting: Mickey Makeover! (Part 3)

Enough is enough! Mickey is stinking up the place and I need to give him a grooming he’ll never forget. The pups tell their side of the squeaky clean e…

Top 10 Non-Shedding Dog Breeds

Got a problem with dog fur tumbleweeds taking over your home and furniture? Here's our list of Top 10 Non-Shedding Dog Breeds for people who hate to vacuum.

Why Do We Think Puppies Are Cute? It’s In Our Genes

There’s a scientific reason puppies and kittens make you say “Awwww” Think back to when you brought Fido or Fluffy home for the very first…

Beefaloaf Meatloaf Dog Food Recipe

When you think of comfort food, good, ol' fashioned meatloaf has to come to mind. Now your dog can enjoy my Beefaloaf Meatloaf Dog Food Recipe.

Beautiful Blueberry and Pumpkin Dog Treat Recipe

Blueberries remind me of warmer weather – and I could sure go for some of that right now. But that’s not going to happen (unless I hop on a plane…

Common Periodontal Disease In Dogs

Dog dental health: Pet parents need to know the basics about common periodontal disease in dogs including their causes, symptoms, and treatment options.

How to Dog-Proof Your Outdoor Barbecue

It’s barbecue season and your dog couldn’t be happier. Here’s how to ensure your BBQ is a success and keep your dog out of trouble Now that…

Upside Down Dog Of The Week – Saffie

Meet Saffie, our Upside Down Dog of the Week from Upsidedowndogs.com. Saffie is an 8-month-old Bull Terrier and Staffordshire Bull Terrier mix from Grimsby.…

What To Look For In A Reputable Breeder

Do you know what to look for in a reputable breeder? Here are some tips on what you need to keep an eye out for before you buy a puppy.

GrandMoe’s Woof-Tacular Dog Treats 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.

“They Ate WHAT?” — Well, Just About Anything, According To These

Check out the “winners” of the ninth annual “They Ate WHAT?” radiography contest. The photos will have you howling! Any pet lover can…

Pope Francis Says All Dogs (And Cats) Do Go To Heaven

Pope Francis continues to prove he’s anything but traditional with his latest declaration Recently, during his weekly address at St. Peter’s Squa…

Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Broyles

Can you keep up with Broyles, our Adoptable Dog of the Week? Broyles is an adult male Weimaraner mix from Des Moines, IA (currently being fostered in Pawnee,…

Product Review: Bionic Urban Stick

Does Oscar retrieve the Bionic Urban Stick or is it fetch fail? I’m pretty sure I’ve mentioned it before, but let me just reiterate it once more:…

The Ark: JKF’s Massive, Animals-Only Terminal To Open In 2016

Pets and animals will get first-class treatment at The Ark airport terminal, complete with private kennels, an aviary and a veterinarian Ready for takeoff? I…

Gen Y Dogma: Puppy Vs. Baby Edition

Is getting a puppy a logical first step toward having kids? Not necessarily. Christina Peden talks about the ways puppies and babies are similar and differen…

Gen Y Dogma: My Dog-Inspired Resolutions For 2015

Should old resolutions be forgot… Christina Peden has made some new ones. What’s different this year – they all have something to do with…

Party-Down Dog Birthday Cake Recipe

This uber-easy dog birthday cake recipe is simple to make, contains all-natural and healthy ingredients and is totally delish (according to Oscar).

Top 10 Therapy Dog Breeds

An even temperament and a surplus of love and affection, many breeds make great therapy dogs. Here are our picks for Top 10 Therapy Dog Breeds.

Pampered Chihuahua Chills Out While Getting A Head Massage [Video]

AHHHHHHH… that’s the spot! Long week at the office? Us too! With the long weekend coming up, we should all take a cue from this little fur ball.…

Can You Feed Your Dog Table Scraps?

Can’t finish your plate? Here’s what you should know before you give your dog table scraps. If you’re the sort of person who ends up with a…

Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Rolly

What happen when you cross a Dachshund and Boxer? You get Rolly, our Adoptable Dog of the Week! Rolly is a young male Dachshund and Boxer mix from Mandan, No…

Hear Doggy! Martian Dog Toy Contest

We love how cute and quiet the Hear Doggy! Martian Dog Toys are. And that's why we're giving away a pair to one lucky dog in our very first dog toy contest!