We still recall the first time we saw Max at the shelter. We could not keep our eyes off of him. It wasn’t that he was overly handsome or that…
We often bring flowers into our home to brighten up rooms and bring us back to nature. It seems like a harmless pursuit and makes everything a little fresher and bright.…
Over the years we, as conscientious pet owners, have been told many things when it comes to the training and general attitudes of our fur friends. For example: Certain dogs can…
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No matter what age a dog may be, as you raise him he may have a different reaction to certain things he encounters. Take a hat for example. To us,…
Being injured is a big downer for you. No one enjoys being sick. But sadly, your dog is also affected by your illness. Fido can go a day or two…
What happens when the unthinkable takes place and a dog loses his owner unexpectedly? It’s something that many of us fear, and yet sometimes it happens to good people that we…
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You never want a loved one to get bit by a dog, so it’s absolutely imperative to know what signs to look for to tell if a dog is fearful…
Genetics and lifestyle play a large part in our health. The same way people can develop cancer and other diseases, German Shepherds can also suffer from disorders resulting from a variety…
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We’ve all seen reaction videos online. Whether it’s a group of girls reacting to a shocking reveal on a hit tv show or a grandma reacting to something spooky her…
Newsflash: doggies want to be the center of attention in our lives. They want to be involved in all the fun, every second of every day and that includes them following their pet parents…
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Everyone loves a grand love story…but what if the love story was arranged by dogs? This sweet story takes a turn for awesome when you learn how these two pooches…
There is nothing cuter than a sweet, excitable little puppy. Just watching their tails wag, seeing their little tongues hanging from their mouths and their roly-poly bodies jiggling with excitement…
Have you noticed that your pup isn’t acting like his usual vigorous self these days? Is it tough for him to jump up on the bed or sofa? How about walking upstairs? Is…
On occasion, all but a few of us has tossed our dog a piece of raw meat or fat from a roast or chicken we’re cooking. They enjoy it and…
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Ahhh…sleeping in. It’s one of our favorite things to do! But nothing erases the tranquility of a sound sleep more than being abruptly woken up by something loud or unexpected.…
All dog owners enjoy watching their pup frolicking around off leash. Whether they’re in a fenced in yard, at doggy daycare or dog par – its a nice feeling. But now some cities…
It’s no secret that dogs are lovable and fluffy pets that we love to snuggle and sleep with. You just can’t pass up on cuddling with a sweet and loving…
You’ll never guess that this innocent looking plant could harm to your dear, sweet Fido! Some of you may have this plant lurking in your own backyard, and you’d never think twice…
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Volunteers who work for pet non-profit organizations come together every day to tirelessly rescue homeless dogs. Sometimes they work on capturing a dog for days, only to finally find an…
Are you a crazy dog parent? If you dote on your dog every hour of every day by making them just as important as your real children (or they happen…
