A confident dog is a happy dog. But sometimes, without reason, they can become timid, shy and even scared. People don’t enjoy feeling that way and our dogs are no…
Is your pooch acting different lately? Does he seem sad or uninterested in the things he used to enjoy? If you’re noticing some behavioral changes in your dog and they…
Much like human medications popular dog medications, such as flea and tick preventatives, are full of eccentric chemicals that could have potentially serious reactions and harmful side effects. Since we…
Let’s face it: Poop is GROSS. No one get’s excited to clean up after their pooch but we all (well, most of us) do it because it’s the law. And…
A common concern among dog owners is whether to spay or neuter their pet. You’ll often hear people say “it changes their personality! don’t do it!” But the real questions…
Ah, the eternal question – the differences between “Dog People” and “Cat People”. Online, depending on the website, the issue runs the gamut and is especially skewed according to the…
Vet care can cost a fortune and the fees can place pet owners in a HORRIBLE position: Go broke paying for your pooch’s healthcare or refuse the high costs and watch your pup suffer.…
Keeping your dog (and by extension, your neighbors) calm is a serious task. If you have a dog that is constantly on the move, zooming around your house and yard,…
The Nylabone Recall needs your attention. Anytime a recall of pet products hits the media most of us jump to attention. We listen to find out the details of the…
Some people are administering medical marijuana to their dogs with the best intentions. But many don’t realize this medicinal herb used by humans for pain management and other health related concerns…
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Some dogs like to steal the show with their talents. Others are slightly more shy and prefer to share the limelight with someone else in an effort to take some…
Is your dog better at social situations than you? Do you find that they’re becoming more and more outgoing? While you find yourself living in their shadow a little more each…
How can a German Shepherd be Best of Friends with a mini Owl? Don’t dogs eat owls? This week we’ve witnessed some very odd companions that we never would have…
Generally speaking, cats and dogs do NOT get along. But what about the ones that do? What if your German Shepherd didn’t look at the new kitten you brought home…
German Shepherds are so smart! And 11 week old Lexi is no exception to that. In the video on the next page, we’ll show you how Lexi masters all the…
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Does your day feel like it’s going straight to hell? Are you counting down the minutes until it’s time for you to go home? We’ve been there. MANY times. Whether it’s…
Earlier this week on our Facebook page, we talked about our love for German Shepherd puppy pics. We asked our fans if they would share photos of their dogs from when…
Who doesn’t enjoy spoiling their pooch rotten? Dogs love getting our attention and they work hard to get it! If your pup used their potty pads properly during the work week,…
Does your dog bark when you’re not home? Do your neighbors constantly go out of their way to tell you about your dogs incessant barking? Are you overwhelmed with the…
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Can dogs smile? Panting with their tongues out doesn’t count. We’re talking about an actual smile – lips open, teeth exposed – just like a human would do. Is it…
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