Adoptable Dog of the Week – Pinocchio

Meet Pinocchio, our Adoptable Dog of the Week. This 11-month-old male American Pit Bull Terrier mix is waiting for his forever home in Farmington, Maine.

5 Ways Food-Dispensing Toys Will Enhance Your Dog’s Life

Does your dog bark when left alone? Eat your furniture to pass the time? Save your sanity by turning your pup's mealtime into playtime.

6 Cool Tricks to Teach Your Dog

How did you get your dog to do that?! Tongues and tails will be wagging about your pup's amazing abilities. Here are a few cool tricks to teach your dog.

Adoptable Dog of the Week- Lilly

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Lilly, a 3 years old Australian Cattle Dog mix from Boonville, Missouri. She is spayed, house trained and crate trained.

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- Wilder

! Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Wilder, a 5 years old Husky from Boise, Idaho. He is neutered, weighs around 50 pounds and he's ready for a new home.

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…

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 – Beau

This week’s adoptable dog from Adoptapet.com is Beau, a Labrador Retriever mix puppy from Terrell, TX. Beau is as cute as can be. Sporting a black coat…

How to Relieve Your Dog’s Arthritis Pain

Arthritis is a common ailment in older dogs, especially in larger breeds. Although you can't cure it, there are ways to relieve your dog's arthritis pain.

Ask The Hairy Dogfathers: A Dog By Any Other Name

Our “Hairy Dogfathers” are here to offer expert and practical advice. Dog trainers (and handsome hubbies) Kevin and André are here to answ…

Adoptable Dog of the Week-Twister

It's hard not to fall in love with this charming pooch! Our adoptable dog of the week is Twister, a 4-year-old Anatolian Shepherd mix from Austin, Texas.

Adoptable Dog of the Week-Duke

Goofy, cute, and sweet as they come- our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Duke, a 5 years old English Pointer from Brunswick, Maine.

What To Expect – Your Puppy’s First Day Home

Today's the big day - you're bringing your puppy home! You must be so excited. Here is a list of things to keep in mind for your puppy's first day home.

Adoptable Dog of the Week – Chrisy

This week’s adoptable dog from Adoptapet.com is Chrisy, a Labrador Retriever Mix from Manhasset, NY. She’s young, cute and much more – if f…

Adoptable Dog of the Week- Echo

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Echo, a 4 years old Siberian Husky and Border Collie mix from Cedar Crest, New Mexico. He is neutered and house trained.

Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Mama

Meet Mama, our Adoptable Dog of the Week. Mama is an adult female King Charles Spaniel and Bichon Frise mix from Baton Rouge, LA. She is already spayed, hous…

Can Dogs Get Dandruff?

Dogs can't use Head & Shoulders, so what do you when your dog has dandruff? Let's talk about what can be done about this itchy problem.

Adoptable Dog of the Week – Dash

Dash, our Adoptable Dog of the Week, would be a perfect fit for an active family. He's an adult Australian Shepherd and Siberian Husky mix from Sawyer, ND.

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.

Adoptable Dog of the Week – Judge

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Judge, a 2 years old Labrador Retriever mix from Lincoln, Nebraska. He is neutered and up to date with his shots.

Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Maude

Meet Maude, our Adoptable Dog of the Week. Maude is an adult female English Bulldog from Decatur, Illinois. She’s already spayed, housetrained, purebre…

Adoptable Dog of the Week- Kona

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Kona, a 2 year old Cockapoo from Dover, Massachusetts. HE weighs only 25 pounds and he's already neutered and housetrained.

Adoptable Dog of the Week-Dana

This beautiful girl is spayed, crate trained, up to date with her shots and gets along great with other dogs and older children.

8 Tips for Welcoming an Abused Dog Into Your Family

Adopting an abused dog is no easy feat. If you think you're up for the challenge, be sure to read our 8 tips for welcoming an abused dog into your family.

Adoptable Dog of the Week – Brownie

Brownie is our Adoptable Dog of the Week. An adult female German Wirehaired Pointer Mix, she's waiting for her forever home in Dodson, Montana.

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…

Adoptable Dog of the Week – Coco

Coco, our Adoptable Dog of the Week, is a sweet little morsel. She is an adult long-haired Chihuahua from Lincoln, Nebraska.

What is Pet Selection Counseling?

If you need guidance when adding a furry family member to your ranks, it may be a good idea to consider pet selection counseling.

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 – 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…

A Quick Fix to Doggie Doorbell Drama

Does the doorbell send your dog into a frenzy? A simple management solution will keep your dog from going bonkers when he hears "ding-dong!"

Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Charles

Charles, our Adoptable Dog of the Week, lives up to the notoriety of the breed's good nature. A 6-year-old male English Bulldog from Miami, Florida.

Adoptable Dog of the Week – Megan

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Megan, a year old Cocker Spaniel and Papillon mix from Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania. She is housetrained and spayed.

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.

How to Make Sure Daycare is a Pleasant Experience for Your Dog

Dog daycare can be a wonderful experience for your pooch, but you have to do your part to ensure a good time is had by all Sure, daycare might seem like a fu…

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- Lilac

The bigger the ears, the bigger the love, right? Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Lilac, a 4-year old pointer mix from Boston, Massachusetts.

Should You Hire a Dog Walker for Your Pooch?

You're busy all day at work and you're worried your dog isn't getting enough exercise. Before you hire a dog walker, be sure to ready our article below.

Tips on Welcoming A Rescue Dog Home From the Shelter

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

Adoptable Dog of the Week-Zenon

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Zenon, a year and a half old Shepherd mix from Fargo, North Dakota. She is spayed, vaccinated, and microchipped.

A Pet Sitter’s Guide For When Friends Are Watching Your Dog

Tips and tricks to keep Fido happy and healthy when he’s having a sleepover with friends Being a pet sitter, my furry clients are a second family to me…

What to Do When Your Puppy Cries At Night In His Crate

Training a puppy is a challenge - especially when it comes to crate training. Here's what you can do if your puppy cries at night in his crate.

What Is A No-Kill Shelter?

Did you know there are different kinds of shelters to help animals? Let's go over what a no-kill shelter is and how it differs from other animal shelters.

Is Your Dog Really Rescued or Adopted?

Is "adopted" or "rescued" the correct terminology to use when referring to a dog? Kevin Roberts talks about why these terms may not fit the situation.

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…

Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Rita

Young at heart, Rita doesn't let anything slow her down! Hailing from Houston, Texas, she's a sprightly 6-year-old Rhodesian Ridgeback and Shepherd mix

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.

Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Normandy

Say hello to Normandy, our Adoptable Dog of the Week from Adoptapet.com. Normandy is a young male Labrador Retriever and Shar Pei mix from San Diego, CA. He…

Understanding Testicular and Ovotesticular Disorder in Dogs

Did you know that hermaphroditism also occurs in dogs? It's called testicular or ovotesticular disorder, and although rare, does occur in dogs.

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…

Adoptable Dog of the Week-Gadget

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Gadget, a 4 to 5 years old yellow Labrador Retriever mix from Shelbyville, Kentucky. He is neutered and housetrained.

Is Dog Snoring Normal?

st like humans, dogs can snore for various reasons. In most cases, it is not something you should worry about. Still, it can be somewhat distracting, and you might want to know what causes it.

Adoptable Dog of the Week- Athena

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Athena, a year old Pit Bull Terrier mix from Aurora, Colorado. She is spayed, housetrained, crate-trained, and vaccinated.

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.

Adoptable Dog of the Week – Harold

We can't believe that Harold, our Adoptable Dog of the Week, hasn't been scoped up yet! Harold is a Cairn Terrier mix from Delevan, Wisconsin.

Best Puppy Training Pads

Puppy training pads help your pooch learn where to go potty and keep your floor protected from �accidents� in the meantime.

Adoptable Dog of the Week- Rusty

Tiny but mighty is Rusty's mantra- this Cairn Terrier mix might weigh only 14 lbs, but that doesn't stop him from being the center of attention!

Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Chipper

Chipper is a chip off the old block – which makes him a perfect pooch to spotlight as our Adoptable Dog of the Week! He is an adult male Silky Terrier…

Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Montie

Bigger can be better – especially when you’re talking about Montie, our Adoptable Dog of the Week. Montie is an adult Great Dane mix from Ashevil…