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Enter Your Biker Dog In The Tails & Tailpipes Biketoberfest Phot

Does your dog like to ride on a hog? If so, your motorcycle-lovin’ pooch could win you a three-night stay in Daytona Beach. Biketoberfest® Daytona…

Cheeseburger Dog Treat Recipe

Raise your hand if your dog looks longing up at you as you eat a hamburger or cheeseburger. Just as I expected… that’s just about everyone! I’ve come up with…

Yes, This $30K Samsung Dream Doghouse Is Necessary [Video]

It’s about time! A “techno-pad” designed to meet Rover’s both real and imagined needs is nicer than ours. Electronics manufacturer Sa…

PetGuide Sponsors A Fur-Raising Halloween Costume Contest

Halloween is one of our favorite times of the year. And to celebrate, we’re sponsoring a Fur-Raising Halloween Costume Contest on eight of our dog foru…

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:…

Top 10 Holiday Gift Guide For Dogs 2014

I’m the first to admit that I tend to go a little overboard when it comes to buying Oscar gifts for the holiday season. I can’t help myself &n…

Pros And Cons Of Individual Condition Coverage

Considering Individual Condition Coverage for your dog? Here are the positive and negative points about this type of dog insurance policy. When you’re…

Keeping Your Dog Safe During A Thunderstorm

If thunder and lightning have your dog running for cover, we’ve got some tips to keep them safe Personally, I love thunderstorms – as long as I&r…

Chili Recipe For Dogs

It’s not football season (just yet), but there’s no reason why we can’t enjoy some chili. And did you know that our dogs can even get in on…

Study Finds That Classical Music Calms Kennel Dogs

Pump up the tunes. Music soothes the stressed-out beast… or in this case, an anxious pooch. Whoever said “music hath charms to sooth the savage…

Top 10 Unusual Dog Names for 2012

If you're looking for unusual dog names, Banfield Pet Hospital, the world's largest veterinary practice, has a few ideas you can use.

Upside Down Dog Of The Week – Bruiser

Let’s get down and dirty with Bruiser, this week’s Upside Down Dog of the Week from Upsidedowndogs.com. A 9-year-old male Catahoula Leopard Dog f…

Product Review: Wellness CORE Superfood Protein Bars

After a hard workout, you turn to a protein bar to restore your energy and fuel your body. But the ones for humans aren’t always made with the healthie…

Getting Things Ready For Your New Rescue Dog

You can’t wait for your new rescue dog to come home – but is your home ready for him? You’ve taken the plunge and decided to give a home to…

Top 10 Super Fly Pet Products From Skymall

Have you heard the news that Skymall, the in-flight catalog that offered a vast array of wacky, never-been-seen items for purchase, is seeking bankruptcy…

6 Advantages Of Living In A Multi Dog Household

Two dogs are better than one – Let’s look at the pros of a multi dog household The more, the merrier – that’s the motto of many famil…

Introducing A New Dog Into Your Multi Dog Household

If you're planning on adding a new dog into your multi dog household, there are a few things to keep in mind to make sure all of your pets are just happy.

Squirrel Hides Nut In Dog’s Fur [Video]

Now here’s a place where none of the other squirrels would ever look for your winter store of nuts – in a dog’s fur! And that’s just…

Bringing A Dog Home From the Shelter – What To Expect The First Day

There are a few things you can do when bringing a dog home from the shelter that will make the first few days in your dogs new home happy and calming.

Obesity Treatments: Tipping The Scale For Fat Dogs

Obesity is a growing problem with pooches and even a few extra pounds make a difference. Here are some ways you can treat this weighty issue for fat dogs

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!

Top 10 Stocking Stuffers For Dogs

There's a lot of awesome stuff out there and it can be hard to choose to get your furry BFF. That's why we've got our Top 10 Stocking Stuffers for Dogs.

Quinoa Dog Food Recipe

This is the first time I’ve used quinoa in a dog food recipe. I’m a big fan of this super seed that’s high in protein. To cook it, I used…

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.

Top 10 Flea and Tick Prevention Tips

It's flea and tick season, so we've put together our Top 10 tips on how to get rid of those pesky critters. YWe've got a few surprises in store for you!

Are You In The Know About Organic Dog Food?

If you are considering switching your dog to an organic pet food formula, take the time to learn what organic dog food really is before you buy.

Product Review: Kurgo Collaps A Bowl

For people and dogs that are really active, a quality collapsible bowl is indispensable. That’s why our all-things-dog-sports writer, Kev Roberts, want…

What To Look For In A Doggie Daycare

Only dog people can relate to how important it is to find the right doggie daycare for your fur baby. There is homework when finding doggie daycare.

Petco Officially Pulls All Made-in-China Treats From Shelves

Three cheers for Petco! They no longer sell any made in China pet treats, which could pose a health risk to our furry friends. As we reported last year, Pet…

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…

Wisdom Panel 2.0 Review

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.…

Bigger Is Better: AKC Releases List Of 2013’s Most Popular Dogs In T

Lab lovers have spoken – See who took the American Kennel Club’s top spot on the Most Popular Dogs In The U.S. When it comes to dog breeds, owner…

5 Spooky Smart Safety Tips For Your Halloween Hound

Keep your dog safe, happy and calm during the spooky festivities this Halloween Halloween will soon be here, and while we know that it’s all in good fu…

What Are Designer Dogs?

So what are designer dogs and what makes them so desirable? Also known as hybrid dog breeds, these dogs are bred intentionally for certain desirable traits.

Stay Connected To Your Dog With The Tagg Pet Tracker

You want to know where your dog is and what he is doing when you're not around. For pet parents who want to be connected, there's Tagg Pet Tracker.

What To Expect When You Adopt A Dog

You've decided to adopt a dog! That's wonderful news. And because you're such an awesome expectant pet parent, you need to know just what you're in for.

Sweet Potato Dog Biscuit Recipe

I'm seeing more sweet potato treats in pet stores. It gave me the idea of coming up with a Sweet Potato Dog Biscuit Recipe that you could make at home.

Top 10 Natural Supplements For Dogs

We all want our precious pooches to be as healthy as they can be. Adding supplements to your dog’s diet can be extremely beneficial to their health. Some sup…

How To Trim Dog Nails For a Perfect Pooch Pedicure

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.

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…

Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Spankee

Meet Spankee, our Adoptable Dog of the Week. Spankee is an adult English Pointer and Dalmatian Mix from Newcastle, Oklahoma. He’s already neutered, hou…

From Rescue To Runway: Cavalier Newest Model For Designer Karen Walker

Puppy mill rescue Toast is now a fetching model, looking too cool for training school in designer sunglasses The reality behind that puppy in the window &nda…

8 Sizzling Summer Dog Travel Tips From The Experts

When it comes to Dog Travel Tips, who better to go to than the Experts? We asked Amy Burket and her dogs to give us some of their top dog travel tips.

Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Eddie

Are you ready to rock out with Eddie, our Adoptable Dog of the Week? Eddie is an adult male Wire Fox Terrier and Dachshund mix from Nashville, TN. He is alre…

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.

Upside Down Dog Of The Week – Alfie

From all the way across the pond comes Alfie, our Upside Down Dog of the Week from Upsidedowndogs.com. Alfie is a 1-year-old male English Springer Spaniel fr…

Amazing Rescue Dog Can Sniff Out Cancer In Humans

The nose knows! Frankie’s strong sniffer can detect cancer, making him a doctor’s best friend. We all know how our dogs are immediately on hand n…

Dog Insurance Dos and Don’ts

Are you confused about dog insurance? We've put together a handy list of dos and don'ts you need to know about before you sign on the dotted line.

Frozen Mixed Summer Berry Dog Treat Recipe

The summer is too short to be spent in the kitchen. That’s why you’ll love this Frozen Mixed Summer Berry Dog Treat Recipe. It took me five minutes to make.…

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…

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…

Gold Paw Series Stretch Fleece Pullover A Perfect Fit For Chilly Dogs

A super soft pullover that will keep your dog toasty this winter The temperature has started to drop and we’ve even seen a few snowflakes around here (…

Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Lightning

Meet Lightning, our Adoptable Dog of the Week from Adoptapet.com. Lightning is a 3-year-old Poodle mix from Cheektowaga, NY. He’s already neutered, goo…

New Study Shows How Movies Affect Dog Breeds’ Popularity

Call it the Lassie Effect: Researchers have proven that movies featuring dogs create a major surge in breed popularity. Lassie. The Shaggy Dog. 101 Dalmatia…

Budweiser Super Bowl “Puppy Love” Is the Most Adorable Ad Ever [Vi

I’m not a Super Bowl fan. I can’t follow the rule of football, but I do enjoy the players in tight pants. What would tempt me to watch the game a…

8 Tips On How To Prepare For Your First Skijoring Race

And they’re off! Our resident skijoring expert Kevin Roberts sounds off on what you need to know about races before you cross the finish line. It&rsquo…

If Your Dog Needs Space, Tie A Yellow Ribbon Around His Leash

Canadian dog trainer Tara Palardy is on a mission to help protect DINOS (dogs in need of extra space). I don’t know about you, but I pretty much want t…

Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Sheba

Say “Hello” to Sheba, our Adoptable Dog of the Week. Sheba is an adult female German Shepherd from Montgomery, Alabama. She’s already spaye…

Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Sunshine

You are my sunshine, my only sunshine! And this sunshine will make you happy when skies are gray! Say hello to Sunshine, our Adoptable Dog of the Week. She&r…

French Bulldog Scared Of His Own Farts

All this French Bulldog wanted to do was to enjoy a nice, quiet bathroom break. The last thing he was expecting was… a FART! Dog farts can be smelly,…