June 29, 2020 Dogs and fireworks don’t typically mix well. This is because they can confuse, scare and stress out our pups. And if your dog is one of the many that gets agitated, this can make certain holidays, like Fourth of July and Labor Day, a bit rough (not to mention random days people send them off, […]
There are more than 350 dog breeds recognized worldwide and just under 200 recognized in the U.S. All of these dogs were bred for a purpose – be they for companionship, herding, guarding, hunting and beyond. Hunting breeds have a lot of variety, from hounds that track based on scent or sight to terriers that hunt rodents to sporting dogs that locate and […]
People love chocolate. I mean, love. For example, it’s estimated that Americans around 2.8 billion pounds of chocolate each year (which comes out to about 11 pounds per person). But other countries consume even more per capita! In fact, Switzerland is the world’s largest consumer of chocolate, eating 19.4 pounds per capita followed by Germany (17.8 pounds), Ireland (17.4 […]
March 19, 2019 Did you know that some adult dogs need to be socialized again, even if they were properly socialized as a puppy? The best time to socialize your dog is during puppyhood because young dogs are more receptive than older ones. But there are plenty of instances when dogs don’t get proper socialization during this phase or when older dogs need it again. Here five tips […]
October 30, 2018 Everybody knows that dogs bark, but not everyone knows why they do. The simple answer is that barking is how dogs communicate. But there’s more to it when you dive deeper. Here are a few reasons why dogs bark and how to manage an excessive barker. Why Dogs Bark Your dog’s bark is unique, just […]
June 1, 2020 Some dogs are archaeologists. Meaning they like to bury their chewing bones or other possessions and later dig them up. Burying isn’t an uncommon behavior among canines. But why do dogs bury bones and other things? Here are a few reasons, as well as some tips on how to stop your dog from digging. Why Do Dogs Bury […]
It’s always scary when your pup isn’t right. Our older dog Brody got sick with a cough over the summer and it was pretty scary. We all, including the vet, were hoping it was just pneumonia (which is still serious), since the worst case scenario was lung cancer. Fortunately, after a few weeks of antibiotics, we got the better news that […]
Did you know that Australia has one of the highest rates of pet ownership in the world? According to recent research by the Australian government, approximately three in five households or 61% have a pet today (compared to 57% of U.S. households). There’s an estimated 5.1 million pet dogs in the country, with about 40% of households having at least one dog – making […]
June 25, 2019 To cut or not to cut? That is the question…for dog owners when the warmer months roll around. But the answer isn’t as straightforward as you might think. This is because dogs have different types of fur and coats, and messing with them could disrupt their natural cooling system. So before you run to […]
So you’ve decided to get a puppy! Now you’re wondering “what comes next?” Bringing home a puppy is exciting but overwhelming, especially to first time owners. Fortunately, you’re not the first person to adopt a puppy, which means there are lots of resources out there. We’re here to help with this new puppy checklist to get you started […]
November 6, 2018 Dogs are part of our family and it’s our job to take care of them. A major component of doing this involves going to the vet. Your vet is there to help keep your pup happy and healthy. But it isn’t always easy or obvious to know how often you should be taking your dog to […]
April 4, 2022 The average dog litter size is five to six puppies, though dogs can have anywhere from one to 12 depending on the size of the parents (the bigger the pooch, the bigger the litter). Dogs can have more, as the current Guinness World Record for the largest litter is 24 puppies born in 2004, but it’s rare. Usually, most or all […]
There are seven breed groups into which the American Kennel Club categorizes dogs: Herding, Hound, Non-Sporting, Sporting, Terrier, Toy and Working. Dogs in the Working Group were bred for a variety of jobs helping humans. For example, Bernese Mountain Dogs were bred to herd cattle and guard farmyards. Siberian Huskies were bred to haul light loads over long distances in cold weather. And Newfoundlands were bred […]
September 15, 2018 The Pawsitive Co. was founded with one goal in mind: to help improve the lives of dogs in need, so they can bring joy and love to the world in the same way our first rescue pup, Brody, has done for us. Before we got his DNA tested, we thought he was part […]
