Dog Articles

13 Halloween Safety Tips All Pet Owners Should Follow

1. Be sure to keep your dog and cat indoors on Halloween, and all but the calmest, most social of dogs should be kept in a separate room, away from the noise of children coming to the door...read more

Adopting an Adult Dog

When most people think of adopting a new dog they think of getting a young pup. While it’s really not too hard to fall in love with a cuddly, fun puppy, it takes a special kind of person, and a special kind of love to adopt an adult dog...read more

Bathing Your Dog The Right Way

One of the responsibilities of being a dog owner is to keep them as healthy and clean as possible, which includes regular grooming and bathing. Of course the frequency of bathing will depend on the specific breed, what type of fur they have, and how often they may get dirty or muddy...read more

Bringing Your New Puppy Home

Bringing a new puppy home for the first time is very exciting, but it can also be rather stressful if you aren’t prepared. Luckily, there are a few easy steps to follow to ensure a stress-free environment for you and your brand new arrival...read more

Grooming Your Dog

Grooming your dog by yourself will not only save money, but it will also allow for special bonding time. However, some dogs may not enjoy the process of being groomed, so you may need to rely on the expertise of a professional groomer. Should you have to resort to this method...read more

Halloween and Your Dog

Millions of pet owners are finding fun and creative ways to include their dogs during Halloween, while still keeping them safe and comfortable. This particular day can be a rather stressful time for dogs, with many people coming to the door, and plenty of noise outside as the children are busily trick-or-treating...read more

How to Measure Your Dog for Boots and Shoes

If you’ve ever worn a pair of shoes that are a size too big or small, you can relate to the discomfort that your dog might feel if they’re put into a pair of that don’t fit correctly. Luckily, it’s very simple to measure your dog for boots and shoes to make sure they’ll be able to walk properly...read more

Naming Your New Puppy

Shortly after bringing your new, best friend home, you’ll have the important task of giving them just the right name. Long gone are the days of christening our dogs with names such as Spot, Fido, or Rover...read more

The Benefits of Adopting a Senior Dog

The idea of adopting a cute, cuddly puppy is very enticing, but it will also require a lot of hard work. On the other hand, choosing to adopt a senior dog, more than likely, will mean a lot less training and hassle, but just as much love and companionship...read more

Using a Pet Sitter

With many households having two working adults, more and more dog owners are turning to pet sitters to keep their best friend entertained and supervised while they’re away. A pet sitter is a great alternative to putting your dog in a kennel, which is especially important for dogs with special medical needs or for those behavioral problems...read more