Dog Care & Dog Services

Adoptable Dog of the Week – Teddy Bear

Wouldn't you love to cuddle up with Teddy Bear, our Adoptable Dog of the Week? This 2-year-old male Rottweiler mix lives in Boston, Massachusetts.

Adoptable Dog of the Week - Chloe

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Chloe, a five years old Yorkshire Terrier mix from Waxhaw, North Carolina. She is spayed, housetrained, up to date on her vaccines, and microchipped.

5 Ridiculous Myths About Rescue Dogs

You've heard the myths surrounding rescue dogs, and they may have prevented you from adopting one. We're here to clear up some of the popular misconceptions

Adoptable Dog of the Week- Tank

This short-legged charmer has high hopes of finding his furever family! Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Tank, a little over 1 year old Terrier and Basset Ho…

Adoptable Dog of the Week – Red

Let's paint the town red, with Red, our Adoptable Dog of the Week! This cheerful gal is a young Pitbull Terrier from Calgary, Alberta.

Adoptable Dog of the Week- Mackenzie

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Mackenzie, a 3 to 4 years old Pug mix from Bedford, New Hampshire. This adorable little girl is spayed and vaccinated.

Adoptable Dog of the Week- Lilac

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Lilac, an almost 2 years old Pitbull mix from St. Paul, Minnesota. She is spayed, up to date on her vaccinations, potty trained, and crate trained.

Adoptable Dog of the Week – Peanut

You've got to meet Peanut, our Adoptable Dog of the Week. He's a young French Bulldog and Chihuahua mix from Stockport, Ohio.

How to Teach a Rock-Solid Stay

The doorbell rings. Lola starts frantically barking and clawing to get the door open. You howl, "Lola, sit... stay. Stay!" to no avail. Sound familiar?

Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Ryder

This week’s adoptable dog from Adoptapet.com is Ryder. This sweet guy is a St. Bernard/American Pitbull Terrier Mix and is available for adoption in Sp…

Can Dogs Be Racist?

Dogs love everyone... or do they? Is it possible for dogs to be racist? Let's look at a few reasons why you might think your dog a bias toward certain people.

Head’s Up, Dog Trainers: Why You Should Treat Humans Like Dogs

Want to be a successful dog trainer? Take it from someone who’s taken more than a few classes. Kevin Roberts wants you to treat your human participants…

Adoptable Dog of the Week – Tommy

What a stunning fella! Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Tommy, a 2 to 3 years old Husky mix from Cedar Crest, New Mexico.

Adoptable Dog of the Week- Scooby

This Miniature Pinscher Mix from Arkansas is neutered, heartworm negative, housetrained, crate trained, and current on vaccinations.

Adoptable Dog of the Week- Princess Sploot

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Princess Sploot, a 3.5 years old American Pit Bull Terrier mix from Richmond, Virginia. She is spayed and vaccinated.

Adoptable Dog of the Week- Nyla

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Nyla, a one year old Pomeranian from Madison, Wisconsin. This adorable little lady is spayed and current on her vaccines.

How Do You Know If Dog Daycare Is Safe?

Are you a little hesitant to leave your pup at doggy daycare? Read these tips before dropping your dog off for the day. It’s natural to be worried abou…

Why Do Dogs Hump?

It starts as a cute or embarrassing moment, but can it turn into a mounting behavior? Before jumping to conclusions, learn the reasons why dogs hump.

Adoptable Dog of the Week- Lily

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Lily, a 4 to 5 years old English Bulldog from Indianapolis, Indiana. She spayed and vaccinated.

Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Ralphie

You can adopt a Corgi butt of your own! Meet Ralphie, our Adoptable Dog of the Week, who happens to be the owner of a furry and adorable Corgi butt.

Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Pepsi

Meet Pepsi, our Adoptable Dog of the Week from Adoptapet.com. Pepsi is a Pug Mix from Homewood, AL, and she’s already spayed, housetrained, up to date…

Reasons Why Grooming Your Dog is Important

Shave and a haircut - even your dog needs one! Whether you do it yourself or you take him to a professional, here's why grooming your dog is important.

Adoptable Dog of the Week – Brewster

Meet Brewster, our Adoptable Dog of the Week from Adoptapet.com. Brewster is an adult male Terrier and Australian Cattle Dog Mix in Jackson, MS. He’s a…

When is the Best Time to Start Puppy Training?

Of course, it goes without saying that you should start training early, while your doggo is still a puppy. But when exactly is the best time to start puppy training? You can’t do it while they are still teeny-tiny, nor should you wait too long. What is the ideal middle ground?

Adoptable Dog of the Week- Marco Polo

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Marco Polo, a 3 years old Cairn Terrier and Chihuahua mix from Salt Lake City, Utah. He's been neutered and vaccinated.

Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Rylee

We’re suckers for a lady with looks and smarts – and Rylee, our Adoptable Dog of the Week, has both in spades! Rylee is a 1.5-year-old female Ger…

How To Help Dog Shelters When You Can’t Adopt

You don’t have to have a dog in order to help them – here’s what you can do for your local dog shelter You can be an animal lover even if y…

Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Gabby

Meet Gabby, our Adoptable Dog of the Week. Gabby is an adult Shih Tzu that lives in Lexington, KY. She is spayed, housetrained, and up to date with shots.

Adoptable Dog of the Week-Chip

Out Adoptable Dog of the Week is Chip, a 2 years old Terrier mix from Manhattan, Kansas. He is vaccinated, neutered, housetrained and very friendly.

How To Train a Dog With High Prey Drive

There are some things you simply can’t train out of a dog and a high prey drive is one of them. It’s an inherent trait that all dogs possess in varying degre…

Adoptable Dog of the Week- Jean Ralphio

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Jean Ralphio, a year old Husky mix from Auburn, Alabama. He is vaccinated, microchipped, and heartworm negative.

Best Toys and Accessories for Rescue Dogs

You've just adopted a dog and you want to make sure he feels welcome in your home. Before he arrives, make sure you have these toys and accessories.�

Are Small Dogs Harder to Train Than Big Dogs?

Is it true that small dogs are harder to train than big dogs? Let’s take a look at the facts and settle the debate once and for all. A number of factor…

Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Esperanza (Espy)

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…

Adoptable Dog of the Week-Sparrow

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Sparrow, a 3 years old Pomeranian mix from Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. He is vaccinated, neutered, and crate trained.

How to Teach Heel… on Both Sides!

Teaching your dog to heel, or walk alongside you, is a critical skill. But what's with only teaching it on the left side?

Adoptable Dog of the Week – Huckleberry

Huckleberry is an adult male Rhodesian Ridgeback and Pitbull Terrier mix who's waiting for his forever home in Billings, Montana.

6 Big Signs Of Small Dog Syndrome

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…

Preparing For Your Pup’s First Day Of Doggy Daycare

It’s the big day – your pooch’s first day of doggy daycare. Are you both ready for it? When it’s time for your pooch’s first da…

From Shelter to Stardom: Adopted Pets That Are Now A-List Celebrities

Though they may be living the sweet life now, many of your favorite pet-celebs came from humble beginnings: the animal shelter!

Adoptable Dog of the Week – Waldo

We found him - and he's wearing red and white! Waldo is our Adoptable Dog of the Week, and he is a 5-year-old Poodle mix from Wethersfield, Connecticut.

Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Max

Are you ready to take adorableness to the max? Because Max, our Adoptable Dog of the Week is! Max is an adult male Toy Poodle and Chihuahua mix from Oklahoma…

Adoptable Dog of the Week- Misty

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Misty, a 3 years old Labrador Retriever and Standard Poodle mix (Labradoodle) from Hastings, Minnesota.

Adoptable Dog of the Week: Bear

Our Adoptable Dog of the week is Bear, a 4 years old Terrier mix from, Charleston West Virginia. He is neutered, house-trained, and vaccinated.

7 Ways a Shelter Dog Can Improve Your Life

If you want to experience the joys of owning a dog but aren't sure that buying a puppy is the right choice for you, think about adopting a shelter dog.

Adoptable Dog of the Week - Sandy

Sweet, playful, and full of life, this striking gal is looking for someone to give her a forever home! Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Sandy, an almost 2 years old Border Collie and Shepherd mix from Lincoln, Nebraska.

Adoptable Dog of the Week – Bluebelle

Blooming beauty Bluebelle is our Adoptable Dog of the Week. Hailing from Decatur, Illinois, Bluebelle is an adult English Bulldog with swagger to spare.

Adoptable Dog of the Week - Murphy

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Murphy, a 5-year-old Labrador Retriever and Terrier mix from Cheyenne, Wyoming.

Adoptable Dog of the Week- Brody

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Brody, a 3 year old Saint Bernard, Chow Chow and Labrador mix from Dillsburg, Pennsylvania.

Adoptable Dog of the Week- Hardy

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Hardy, a 5 years old Pomeranian and Pekingese mix (Peek-A-Pom, if you wish), from Newark, Delaware.

Adoptable Dog of the Week – Oliver

This handsome pooch will be your loyal companion and partner in crime for your life’s adventures! Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Oliver, a 3 years ol…

When Can a Puppy Start Eating Kibble?

One of the most exciting milestones in your dog’s puppyhood is the transition from milk and soft foods to solid kibble. This marks a major step in their growth and development and ensures that they receive all the important nutrients for a healthy life.