Adoptable Dog of the Week- Dawson
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Adoptable Dog of the Week – Zo
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Zo, a 4 years old Pitbull Terrier mix from Wethersfield, Connecticut. She is spayed, housebroken and crate trained.
5 Tidy Tips for Keeping Your Dog Out of the Trash
Guess who got into the trash... again. An irresistible target for curious pups, there are ways to keep your dog out of the trash.
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Sugar
This week’s adoptable dog from Adoptapet.com is Sugar… and she’s as sweet as can be! An adult female Chihuahua from Rockwall, TX, Sugar is…
Do Dogs Have Belly Buttons?
Is it an innie or an outie? No, we're not talking about you - we're talking about your dog! Have you ever noticed if your dog has a belly button?
4 Top Tether Training Tips for Dogs
Tether training for dogs is recommended to help potty problems, exercise or walk with a hands-free leash. Here's the proper way to tether train your dog.
How To Train A Puppy To Sit
"Sit" is often one of the first commands that owners teach their new puppy and is easy to learn. Let's go over the steps on how to train a puppy to sit.
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Gucci
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Gucci, a 2 years old Texas Heeler mix from Seattle, Washington. She is spayed, vaccinated, housebroken, and crate-trained.
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…
Nine Toasty Tips To Keep Your Senior Dog Warm Outdoors This Winter
The star and the inspiration for this post is Kevin Roberts’ dog, Willow, who has since crossed over the Rainbow Bridge. He brought her home when she w…
Best Dog Grooming Clippers for Home Use
Dog grooming clippers are an indispensable part of a canine beauty routine and the best ones help you get salon results at the comfort of your home.
Global Pet Expo 2017: Waterpik Goes to the Dogs With New Pet Wand PRO
They've kept your teeth clean... now let them get your dog squeaky clean! Waterpik's new Pet Wand PRO debuts at Global Pet Expo 2017 and it'll make you smile.
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…
Golden Oldies: Paddling With A Senior Pooch
Don't leave your dog out of your outdoor adventures. Even elderly dogs can enjoy an active lifestyle out on the water, as long as you're prepared.
Best Dog Clippers
Dog clippers allow you to trim and groom your pet's coat from the comfort of your home. Not all will fit your needs, though, so read on to learn more!
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Sosa
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Sosa, a 5 years old Rottweiler and German Shepherd mix from Great Falls, Montana.
Adoptable Dog of the Week-Flash
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Flash, a 2 years old chocolate Lab mix from East Hartford, Connecticut. He is neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped.
SpotOn GPS Dog Fence Review
Got a dog who likes to roam? We've tested the SpotOn GPS Dog Fence, and it might bet the solution for you.
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Reptar
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Reptar, a two years old American Pit Bull Terrier mix from Menands, New York. He is neutered and ready for a new home!
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Rocki
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Rocki, a 2 and a half years old mixed breed pooch from Shelburne, Vermont. She is spayed, vetted, and microchipped.
The Pros of Bringing Home a Rescue Dog
We’re Pro Adoption – so here are a few pros for why you should adopt a dog Although bringing home a dog from a shelter is becoming more and more commonplace…
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Muesli
Meet Muesli, our Adoptable Dog of the Week from Adoptapet.com. Muesli is residing in McKinney, TX and can’t wait to to find his forever home. This pure…
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…
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Tequila Sunrise
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Tequila Sunrise, a 2 years old American Pitbull Terrier mix from Richmond, Virginia. She's spayed and vaccinated.
Why Do Dogs Stink When Wet?
There's always a distinctive smell coming from your pooch after he gets wet. Have you ever wondered why dogs stink when they get wet?
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Cooper
All dressed up and looking for somewhere to go, Cooper is our adoptable dog of the week. He's an adult male Weimaraner from Birmingham, Alabama.
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Sadiee
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Sadiee, a 5 years old Bull Terrier and Jack Russell Terrier mix from Cheyenne, Wyoming. She is spayed and housetrained.
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Hunter
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Hunter, a 2 years old red-haired Siberian Husky from Cedar Crest, New Mexico. He does well with other dogs and children.
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
Teach Your Dog to Sit… Without Treats!
One of the common misconceptions about positive training is that you have to give your dog treat rewards every time he sits for the rest of his life.
How Do I Puppy Proof a Trash Can?
Puppies get into everything - including things we've thrown away. We've got some tips on how to puppy proof your trash cans.
5 Common Myths About Dog Aggression
When it comes to aggression, many people have misconceptions about why dogs display this behavior. We're here to debunk five common myths about dog aggression.
Adoptable Pet of the Week – Dazzler
Introducing Dazzler, our Adoptable Dog of the Week. This gorgeous girl is a 4-year-old American Bully from Newport, Kentucky.
Mysterious Mutts: Study Shows Shelters Often Misidentify Dog Breeds
A study published in the peer-reviewed journal PLOS One sheds a light on the low accuracy rates of breed guessing at shelters.
First Thing’s First: Teaching Your Puppy How to Focus
To a puppy, everything he sees is new and exciting. But learning to focus and recognizing his name is an important part of a puppy's training course.
The Home Visit: An Essential Part Of Adopting A Dog
Home visits are often part of the dog adoption process. And you want to be ready when they visit - Kevin Roberts walks you through the home visit procedure.
Put a Lid on Bossy Barking
Does your dog thrash and squeal while you prepare his food as if to say, "Hurry up, human"? You may have a Bossy Barker on your hands.
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Daisy
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Daisy, a pooch who's just as lovely as her name. She's a 5-year-old Australian Shepherd mix from Washoe Valley, Nevada.
So You Think You Can Pet Sit?
Take it from a pro – being a Dog Nanny isn’t as easy as you think When I first opened my business, it was primarily obedience training. After a y…
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…
Why Are Dogs Afraid of Vacuums?
The terrorizing whirl of the motor; its almighty sucking strength; and the fearsome reach of the hose. Do you need to ask: Why are dogs afraid of vacuums?
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Ringo
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is the extremely adorable Ringo, a 6 year old Boston Terrier and Chihuahua mix from Paris, Maine.
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Gracie
Gracie, our Adoptable Dog of the Week, is as sweet as they come. This 5-year-old female purebred Rottweiler from Huxley, Iowa loves everyone she meets.
New Pet Sitting Certification Is A Boon For The Pet Care Industry
New certification from Pet Sitters International offers the first exam based qualification for pet sitters. Now pet care providers can prove their abilities
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…
How You Can Help Your Local Shelter During COVID-19 Crisis
The COVID-19 crisis has the world upside down, and that’s never been more the case for animal shelters. While medical professionals are working tireles…
Adoptable Dog of the Week-Sugar
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Sugar, 7 years old Hound mix from Columbia, South Carolina. She is housetrained, spayed, microchipped and vaccinated.
Back To Dog School Classes Ensure Your Pooch Is The Teacher’s Pet
Learning doesn’t stop after basic obedience. It’s time to bone up on some extracurricular lessons – and by that, we mean classes you can ta…
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Krumpus
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Krumpus, a 3 years old Hound and Shar Pei mix from Brookhaven, Mississippi. He is neutered, vaccinated and dewormed!
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Sophie
What a sweetie! Meet Sophie, our Adoptable Dog of the Week. She's an adult American Pitbull Terrier from Peoria, Illinois.
Shelter Spotlight: American Dog Rescue Foundation
Are you up for the challenge? American Dog Rescue is, and they're determined to reduce the number of homeless dogs on the streets.
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Luna
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Luna, a 2 and a half years old Chihuahua and Dachshund mix from Pittsboro, North Carolina.
News Reporter Helps Save Dogs Left for Dead in Hurricane Florence
Two dogs who miraculously survived the flood waters after the hurricane get a second chance when a reporter spots them on a porch of an abandoned home.
Why Spaying and Neutering Your Dog Is Necessary
Everybody loves puppies, but there are just not enough homes for all of them. A responsible dog owner knows that spaying and neutering a dog is necessary.
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Booker
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Booker, a 3 to 4 years old Olde English Bulldogge or American Bulldog mix from Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
Adoptable Dog of the Week - Paris
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Paris, a 2 years old American Pitbull Terrier mix from Dayton, Ohio. She is spayed and ready to settle in a new forever home.
6 Easy Crafts You Can Make To Help Out Your Local Animal Shelter
Whether your style is sewing or woodworking or gluing empty toilet paper rolls together, your skills could be put to work for your local animal shelter.
PetGuide’s Best New Dog Grooming Product of 2018: HandsOn Soft Glove
Hands On Soft Gloves are budget-friendly, easy to use and make grooming feel less like a chore and more like a reward- both to you and your pet.
A Guide to Dog Menstruation
If you have an intact female dog, you're going to have to deal with menstruation. Here's what you need to know to ensure that time of the month goes smoothly.
What You Should Know About Adopting A Special Needs Dog
Adopting a special needs dog can be one of the most rewarding experiences you ever have Since there are many dogs available for adoption, it’s often th…