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…
Black Dog Syndrome: Belle’s Story Common Among Shelter Dogs
Have your ever heard of Black Dog Syndrome? It's not a disease or a condition that dogs suffer from, it's actually a problem with humans!
7 Natural Essential Oils For Dogs
Looking for natural treatments? ! It's not new-age nonsense or aromatherapy - essential oils for dogs offer a variety of health benefits when used properly.
Talking Dog Really Wants A Cat To Call His Own
Every dog wants a kitty cat to call his own. Especially this excited guy. His owner promised him a kitten, but is drawing out the suspense. He went to the pe…
Street Artist Blows Our Mind With Brilliant Metallic Dog Mural
At first glance, you’d think this was a giant metal monument of man’s best friend… and you’d be wrong. This shiny, happy puppy is…
Top 10 Things To Do When You Lose A Dog
You want to be prepared if your dog gets loose and you can't find him. We've prepared an emergency list of things you should do when you lose a dog.
Flea Repellent Dog Treat Recipe
Garlic powder goes a long way in this Flea Repellent Dog Treat Recipe. Garlic has many health benefits for people and dogs, and it helps keep fleas away.
Let’s Talk About Pancreatitis In Dogs
A disease that's hard to digest, pancreatitis in dogs requires a total change in lifestyle and careful monitoring. What you can do and how to treat it.
Transport To Freedom: Going Behind The Scenes Of Dog Transport
Kevin Roberts has a personal connection with dog transport and being a part of the group of volunteers that make this system work. Now, he talks to the peopl…
Flash A Friend With Our Fruitables Snow Day Contest
Get ready for a snow day – on Thursday, Nov. 20, you’ll be snowed over by our Fruitables Snow Day Contest! Everyone loves a Snow Day – scho…
Basic Dog Training Tips
We put together some basic dog training tips. When you're just starting out, there are a few important things you should know before you start dog training.
Top 7 Luxe Pet Friendly Hotels Where Posh Pooches Can Get Away From It
It’s a dog’s life! To get away from the stress of the dog park, canines can check in for an ultimate hotel experience You want to get away fro…
Amazing New Harness Helps Dogs And Humans Communicate
The new technology could have applications for everything from search and rescue dogs to our pets and shelter animals Researchers at North Carolina State Uni…
The Art Of Animal Reiki And Dog Energy Healing
What is Animal Reiki? In this article you will learn the basics about animal reiki including how to administer the practice and how it may help your pet.
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…
4 DIY Homemade Cleaners That Are Safe For Dogs
Cheaper than and just as effective as the products you buy at the store, we’ve found a few DIY cleaning supplies you already have in your pantry You ma…
Top 10 Ugly Christmas Sweaters For Dogs
Are you looking to humiliate your dog by including them in this weirdly tacky tradition? Here's our Top 10 adorably ugly Christmas sweaters for dogs.
Quinoa Grain-Free Dog Treat Recipes
I love quinoa - it's grain and gluten free and it's high in protein. It really was a no-brainer to use it in my Quinoa Grain-Free Dog Treat Recipe.
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Alanna
We’d like to introduce you to Alanna, our Adoptable Dog of the Week from Adoptapet.com. Alanna is a young female Boxer mix from Elyria, OH. She is alre…
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Massey
Meet Massey, our Adoptable Dog of the Week. He’s a 2-year-old male Weimaraner from Wichita, KS. Massey is already neutered, housetrained, purebred, a s…
Meet Faber, San Francisco’s First Courthouse Therapy Dog
What a great idea! We think this program should be instituted everywhere. We all know there’s nothing like the love of a dog to help soothe the stress…
How Second-Hand Smoke Affects Your Dog
Need another good reason to quit smoking? That nasty habit could be killing your dog! You probably already know the dangers of second-hand smoke for infants…
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Fred
Every dog deserves a loving forever home – especially Fred, our Adoptable Dog of the Week. Fred is a 9-year-old Shepherd mix from Jackson, MS. Fred&rsq…
Crispy Chicken Dog Treat Recipe
For a snack that's paw-lickin' good, you've got to try this Crispy Chicken Dog Treat. No dog can resist the temptation of chicken... and why would he?
5 Zen Ways To Manage Dog Stress
It may not seem like it, but a dog's life can be stressful. Your dog may not be able to take a "Mental Health Day," but there are ways to manage dog stress.
Spanish Town Mails Dog Poop To Owners That Leave It Behind
If you don’t scoop the poop in this town, you’re in for a smelly special delivery Aren’t you sick of seeing dog poop that’s been left…
What Is Annual Coverage Dog Insurance?
Annual Coverage gives you peace of mind for a full year when it comes to your dog’s health While you probably know why it’s important to have you…
Cutting It Short: The Basics About Tail Docking in Dogs
Tail docking in dogs has been around for centuries, used for different purposes. In modern times, this practice is usually performed for cosmetic reasons.
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Pixie
It’s time to meet Pixie, our Adoptable Dog of the Week. She is an adult Spitz and Border Collie mix from Missouri. Pixie is already spayed, housetraine…
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…
Road To Recovery: Post-Operative Spay And Neuter Care
Before your dog heads into surgery, here’s what you should know about the spay and neuter procedure If you’re going to have your dog spayed or ne…
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Rover
We’d like to introduce you to Rover, our Adoptable Dog of the Week from Adoptapet.com. Rover is an adult male that lives in Naperville, IL and is a Lab…
How To Stop Stinky Dog Farts
Urgh! What's that smell? We've been blaming rotten smells on the dog for many years, but what can you do if you've got a legitimate problem with dog farts?
Lawsuit Filed Against Purina Alleges Potentially Toxic Pet Food
The lawsuit against Purina claims that thousands of dogs have been sickened or died from eating Beneful dog food. The heartbreak that accompanies the sudden…
Rover Will Roll In Style In This Rolls Royce Concept Car
Posh pooches deserved to be chauffeured to the dog park in Niels van Roij’s Rolls Royce concept car. For those of you who are more into pooches than yo…
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…
7 Common Veterinary Treatments For Dog Allergies
Sneezing, itching, licking, runny eyes - dog allergies can present in many ways and come from different sources. Here's how you can give your dog relief.
Gluten-Free Apple Cinnamon Dog Treat Recipe
Share your love of apples with your dog. The Apple Cinnamon Dog Treat Recipe combines apples and a touch of cinnamon to give it the flavor of the season.
How To Convince Your Boss To Offer Pet Insurance
Dog insurance is becoming an increasingly popular workplace perk. Here’s how you can talk to your boss about adding it to your benefits package. Pet i…
Mini Beef Balls Dog Treat Recipe
There are treats, and then there are special treats. And this Mini Beef Balls Dog Treat Recipe fits the latter category. With just a few ingredients, these B…
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…
Can Your Neighbor Make Your Dog Vomit? (And Other Reasons To Hire A Pe
Keep calm and hire a professional – how to keep your hound happy and healthy while you’re on holiday If you were to walk next door and ask your n…
Upside Down Dog of the Week – Razi
Meet Razi, this week’s Upside Down Dog from Upsidedowndogs.com. He is a 21-month-old Anatolian Shepherd from Boulder, Colorado. His owner James says: &…
Product Review: Ruffwear Kibble Kaddie
To say that outdoor enthusiast Kevin Roberts is always on the go with his dogs is a little bit of an understatement. No matter what the season, he’s ne…
Gen Y Dogma: And Puppy Makes Three
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…
Top 10 Reasons To Dress Up Your Dog
Some people say it’s silly, but we don’t! It may be for practical reasons or you may just want to celebrate your dog’s uniqueness. We&rs…
Gen Y Dogma – Compromising Pet Parenting Styles
Raising a dog in a two-parent household, you need to come to some agreement on what style pet parenting you’re going to employ. If you don’t work…
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Animal Planet to Air Puppy Bowl XI on February 1 [Video]
Finally, some football we actually want to watch! Apparently there’s some big football game happening on Sunday, February 1st…hmmmm, we wouldn&r…
Is The BARF Diet Really as Gross As It Sounds?
From a marketing standpoint, calling a diet the "BARF Diet" doesn't sound too appealing. But for some, it's the only diet they'll feed their dogs.
Revolutionary New Blood Test Helps Diagnose Canine Cancer
A user-friendly electronic system for diagnosing lymphoma and remission monitoring in dogs is the first of its kind. For many of us, our pets are our best fr…
Upside Down Dog Of The Week – Angus
Meet Angus Maximus Derby-Giddings, this week’s Upside Down Dog from Upsidedowndogs.com. He is a 2-year-old English Bulldog from Charlestown, MA. His ow…
Making The Switch To A Raw Food Diet For Dogs?
We've been intrigued with all the talk about the raw food diet for dogs. We wanted to get a first-hand account of a pet parent who feeds their dog this diet
Pitbull Named Top “American Hero Dog” At The 2013 American Humane
Elle the therapy dog teaches children about dog safety, reading, and overcoming prejudice Each year, the American Humane Association honors American Hero Dog…
Carrot Delight Dog Treat Recipe
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…
Top 10 Picks From SuperZoo 2014
Was it ever hot this year at SuperZoo 2014 in Las Vegas – and I’m not just talking about the weather. This pet industry trade show was packed…
What is Legg-Calve-Perthes In Dogs?
Legg-Calve-Perthes in dogs is a hip joint disorder that affects blood supply to the femoral head. Commonly seen in miniature, toy, and small-breed dogs.
How To Start Running With Your Dog
Pound the pavement with encouragement from a furry jogging partner - running with your dog is a wonderful way to keep the both of you in good health.
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Emmy
Meet Emmy, a happy young lady and our Adoptable Dog of the Week. Right now, this Labrador Retriever mix is being fostered in Houston, TX, but is looking for…
7 Questions To Ask When Boarding A Dog
You're leaving town for a couple of days and can't bring your dog along for the trip. We've prepared a list of questions to ask before boarding a dog.
Top 10 Foods That Are Bad For Dogs
There are foods that can be deadly or cause illness when eaten by your dog. Here are our top 10 foods that are bad for dogs you'll find around your home.