Getting an alert that a dog food has been recalled can be scary. You scramble to check if it’s the food you feed your canine companions. After all, you are putting a lot fo trust in the dog food company with your dog’s health and safety. There’s no shame in using a brand that has had past recalls […]
April 27, 2020 Guide dogs, colloquially known as seeing eye dogs, are assistance canines trained to lead people who are visually impaired. The movement for guide dogs began in Germany after World War I, to assist soldiers who had been blinded in battle. Since then, guide dogs have become essential in helping those who can’t see gain mobility and independence. […]
September 3, 2019 Dog owners and lovers alike are all too familiar with “puppy dog eyes.” They give your dog that irresistible, adorable, almost sad, almost seductive look that makes your heart melt. Puppies aren’t the only ones to exhibit “puppy dog eyes” though, adult and senior dogs do too. But why does the look exist […]
Did you know that there are over 2 million farms in the United States and 570 million in the world? That’s a lot of opportunities for dog breeds made for the farm to thrive. But those dogs can thrive elsewhere too, as the majority of the global population lives in urban areas. Here are 15 of the best farm dog […]
August 27, 2019 Did you know that there are more than 150 different dog breeds, categorized into seven groups? They vary widely in their appearances – from fur type to color, ear shape to nose length, and beyond. One area of great variance among dog breeds is size. Some dogs (like Chihuahuas) stand just under a foot tall at the shoulder and weigh less […]
December 4, 2018 It’s a pretty well-known fact that dogs love to play! And it’s important that they get playtime for physical, mental and social enrichment. When dogs play, things can get a bit rowdy and rambunctious. It’s usually normal for dogs to bite, bark and growl in a playful manner as well as roughhouse or play fight (which includes […]
It’s hard to find a human or canine who doesn’t love summer. There’s more time in the day, more opportunities to go outside and more overall happiness. But to have the most fun in the sun, we need to be safe. Fortunately, there are lots of goodies you can buy to achieve that for your pup. Here are 12 […]
October 8, 2019 Most dogs love food (can you blame them?). Some dogs even love food so much that they’ll eat whatever you put in front of them. But that can be problematic because, like humans, dogs have to be careful about how much they eat. Otherwise they could gain weight to an unhealthy degree. And while gaining a few pounds […]
May 14, 2019 It’s that time of the year again…time for spring cleaning, that is. As winter fades away and the weather warms up, many of us use this time of year as an excuse to do some major cleaning. And we often look for the best and most effective cleaners without thinking about what’s in them and how they can […]
You might think cats are your solution to a rodent problem, but you may actually want to consider a dog. This is because hunting vermin is part of some dogs’ DNA. There are several breeds that were developed specifically to exterminate rodents. Most are part of the Terrier Group (whose name comes from “terra,” meaning Earth, as in dogs bred to hunt animals that […]
December 11, 2018 There are lots of things we know about dogs: they’re great companions, they have a good sense of smell, and they can’t eat chocolate. But there are plenty of surprising and interesting things about pups that you probably don’t know – particularly about their anatomy and physiology. Here are 12 cool facts about your canine companion: 1. […]
April 30, 2019 Do you love getting out in nature? Your dog does too! Hiking is a great activity to do with your dog. Not only will you and your pup be able to decompress by immersing yourselves in nature and escaping the hustle and bustle of everyday life, but you’ll also get some good exercise. It’s important, however, to […]
Did you know that there are more than 350 dog breeds recognized worldwide that originate from all over the globe? Every type of dog was bred for a purpose – be it for companionship, herding, guarding, hunting and beyond. Looking at Scotland specifically, here are 14 Scottish dog breeds you may not have known Come from Scotland. Bearded Collie Bearded Collies come from the Scottish Highlands. They were bred to […]
November 6, 2018 Our dogs are part of the family. So, naturally, we want them to be happy, healthy and around for as long as possible. This means that when you’re looking to get a dog, the health of their breed can factor into what you end up going for. That’s why we’ve put together a list […]
