How To Entertain Your Dog at Home
Work hours mean very little to my young, extremely energetic dog. While I’m fixated on my computer screen, she’s hanging around getting bored. It can be a challenge to figure out what to do to keep a dog happy and engaged when you—and the dog—are stuck at home.
Dog Ear Muffs Provide Hearing Protection
Dog ear muffs provide more than protection against the cold. They are also dog ear protection that can muffle fireworks and protect hearing.
What Are the Different Types of Assistance Dogs?
A good service dog must possess certain key qualities. They need a keen sense of observation, and a remarkable sense of calmness and focus, allowing them to work effectively in public spaces amid distractions.
The Best Dog Scratch Pads for Fear-Free Nail Trims
A dog scratch board or scratch pad is usually a wooden or plastic board with an abrasive material like sandpaper adhered to one side. They can be used to train dogs to file down their own nails, without the anxiety that may come from using a nail tool. They make great cooperative care options for dogs who don’t like having their feet touched.
The 4 Best Chew-Proof Dog Beds
There are a ton of dog beds on the market that claim to be indestructible but can still be destroyed by a persistent pup. Not all have what it takes to stand up to persistent chewers. Here are the ones we found to be the best.
Do You Know How To Play With Your Dog?
Do you know how to truly play with your dog? It sounds like a silly question, I know. Sure, you play fetch or tug, but that’s not what I’m talking about. What I love to encourage in a human-dog team is a less formal, goofier play connection.
The 5 Best Dog Martingale Collars for Escape Artist Pups
If you’ve ever had a dog slip their collar and run off into the sunset, a martingale collar might be a good pick for...
Where to Buy Dogs
With so many dogs needing good homes, deciding to buy a puppy rather than adopt one from a shelter or rescue can be a controversial decision. Many get attached to a specific breed or want a dog who is more likely to demonstrate certain traits and behaviors If you are looking for where to buy dogs, you have some work ahead of you to ensure you are not supporting breeding practices that lead to poor health, animal abuse, and crowded shelters
Talking Buttons for Dogs
Not every dog is a good match for talking buttons. Older dogs or those that have never shown interest in solving puzzles may not get much benefit from the device.
The Importance of Mental Stimulation for Dogs
Dog or human, nobody likes being bored. While some boredom is inevitable—this is, after all, real life we’re talking about—proper mental stimulation for dogs...
Cooling Vests for Dogs
The best cooling vests, or coats, for dogs are lightweight, breathable, loose-fitting, and light in color. Anything heavy, tight, or dark will result in more heat absorption and retention.
Dog Tracking Devices for Newbies
GPS technology to track your dog is fairly new, but the number of dog tracking device options has grown. The effectiveness of those tracking devices has also substantially improved.
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In the Aftermath of a Dog Attack
Whenever there is a high-profile dog attack, it seems everyone with a dog weighs in with their opinions about the dog, the dog’s origin, the owners, the specific situation, and the resolution of the event. We were just presented with an opportunity to use an upsetting high-profile incident as an educational tool. Someone sent us a link to a March 17 Instagram post by Sean Lowe, an American TV reality show personality. In the post, Lowe sat with his wife by his side and described two incidents involving their dog Moose, a 7-year-old Boxer the family adopted three months prior.