Boing! This Puppy Acrobatically (and Adorably) Defends His Home [Video

This little guy’s willing to defend his territory by any means necessary … even if it means employing a little bit of acrobatic action. YouTube…

Gen Y Dogma: How to Survive Your First Veterinary Emergency (Without L

I need 10ccs of red wine, stat – my boyfriend and dog are sick at the same time! Christina Peden had her hands full with two medical emergencies: one o…

Product Review: The TugNTow Mushing Rig

Kevin Roberts couldn't wait to hit the trail with the TugNTow Mushing Rig. And if you're into bikejoring, this is one review you've got to read.

Petco Officially Pulls All Made-in-China Treats From Shelves

Three cheers for Petco! They no longer sell any made in China pet treats, which could pose a health risk to our furry friends. As we reported last year, Pet…

Top 10 Reasons To Dress Up Your Dog

Some people say it’s silly, but we don’t! It may be for practical reasons or you may just want to celebrate your dog’s uniqueness. We&rs…

Best Cute Dog Halloween Costumes

There are so many cute dog Halloween costumes, it was tough to narrow it down to just 10. But we hope you like our picks and they give you some good ideas.

The Jolly Jet-Setter’s Holiday Guide For Boarding Your Dog

Indispensable tips to ensure your pooch is happy and safe while you’re away for holidays The holidays are upon us, and not everyone will be spending th…

Ramps And Pet Steps Give Stiff Senior Dogs A Leg Up

The perfect companion for your senior dog, ramps and steps offer mobility and accessibility for the aging pooch Getting old has advantages (“knowledge…

Upside Down Dog Of The Week – Dusty

Our Upside Down Dog of the Week for Upsidedowndogs.com proves that it certainly is a dog’s life. Meet Dusty, a 7-year-old male Golden Retriever from Ph…

Furry Fitness: Pumping Up With Your Dog At The Gym

Workouts at the gym can be a bore. You know what would make it fun? Dogs! Kevin Roberts sweats alongside his dogs at a human/canine fitness class. Combined,…

West Paw Design Howl-O-Ween Contest

We love Halloween and we can’t wait for it to get here. That’s why we were so happy to hear from our pals at West Paw Design – they want to…

Upside Down Dog Of The Week – Masie

Some dogs just can’t get enough of the spotlight… like Maisie, our Upside Down Dog of the Week from Upsidedowndogs.com. Here’s what her ow…

Learning About Collapsed Trachea in Dogs

Let's talk about collapsed trachea in dogs, what you should know, and what your options are. The most common symptom is a dry, honking cough.

Peanut Butter and Cheese Dog Treat Recipe

I think this Peanut Butter and Cheese Dog Treat Recipe may be a new favorite at our house. I already had all of the ingredients on hand!

Ask The Hairy Dogfathers: Doggy Bag Deal Breaker?

There’s nothing wrong with bringing home a restaurant doggy bag for your dog when you’ve got food left over on your plate. But what about leftove…

Three Cheers For Chateau La Paws Wine!

Newly re-launched wine brand pairs dog lovers with a vintage that helps rescue shelters and dogs in need Whether you’re toasting to your pooch’s…

Upside Down Dog of the Week – Luke

Meet Luke, our Upside Down Dog of the Week from Upsidedowndogs.com. Luke is an 8.5-year-old male Pitbull and Boxer mix. Here’s what his owner Bailey sa…

Top 10 Therapy Dog Breeds

An even temperament and a surplus of love and affection, many breeds make great therapy dogs. Here are our picks for Top 10 Therapy Dog Breeds.

Sudsy Rain Is The First Soggy Doggy Pick For Our Wet Wednesday Weekly

It’s week one of our Wet Wednesday Weekly Winner Contest, and the top dog this week is Rain (very appropriate name for this contest) from Greenville, N…

Bigger Is Better: AKC Releases List Of 2013’s Most Popular Dogs In T

Lab lovers have spoken – See who took the American Kennel Club’s top spot on the Most Popular Dogs In The U.S. When it comes to dog breeds, owner…

Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Beyonce

You’d better put a ring on it, because Beyonce, our Adoptable Dog of the Week, sure isn’t going to stay single for long! She’s a 2-year-old…

And The Winner Of The Merrick Dog Food For A Year Contest Is…

Drum roll please! The winner of the Merrick Dog Food for a year contest is Lori W. She’s mom to two poodles… and another puppy on the way. She&r…

Bestselling Author Offers Giveaway In Support Of The Beagle Freedom Pr

For a limited time, author and cancer-survivor Teresa Rhyne gives you something extra special when you order her new book In 2012 author Teresa Rhyne gave th…

Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Sweet Pea

What a sweetheart! Meet Sweet Pea, our Adoptable Dog of the Week. This young lady is a Boxer mix from Phoenix, AZ. Sweet Pea is already spayed, housetrained,…

Gen Y Dogma: And Puppy Makes Three

When you meet “the one,” you just know… that you need to bring a dog into the mix. That’s what it was like when writer Christina Ped…

French Bulldog Scared Of His Own Farts

All this French Bulldog wanted to do was to enjoy a nice, quiet bathroom break. The last thing he was expecting was… a FART! Dog farts can be smelly,…

The Shocking Truth About Dogs and Garlic

There is a lot of controversy surrounding dogs and garlic on the Internet. Thanks to the research efforts of experts, many believe garlic is good for dogs.

Product Review: Kurgo Skipping Stones [Video]

Our dogs love to fetch, and they love to swim! And fetching and swimming together, means they burn off that energy faster as well – that’s a win-…

Safely Decking The Halls For Your Dog This Holiday Season

Make this a happier holiday season with tips that will keep your pets safe The holidays are a happy, joyful time. There’s so much going on and so much…

What Dog Breed Is Right For Me?

There are many dog breeds - with pure breeds and designer cross breeds, the options are seemingly endless. Ask yourself: "What dog breed is right for me?"

4 Blissful Tips On How To Include A Dog In Your Wedding

Here comes the bride… and her dog! There’s no reason why your pooch can’t be part of your special day. Your wedding day is said to be the…

What To Look For In A Quality Dog Boarding Facility

We’ve put together a list of things to be mindful of when you’re looking into dog boarding accommodations One of the hardest things about going a…

Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Maude

Meet Maude, our Adoptable Dog of the Week. Maude is an adult female English Bulldog from Decatur, Illinois. She’s already spayed, housetrained, purebre…

Upside Down Dog Of The Week – Sidney

We’d like you to meet Sidney, our Upside Down Dog of the Week from Upsidedowndogs.com. Sidney is a 10-month-old female Boxer from Pittsburgh, PA. Here&…

Product Review: Chuckit LIGHTPLAY Line [Video]

Now that the days are shorter, there’s less light. That means when you get home from work, it’s hard to get outside to play fetch. But Kevin Robe…

Barking Bad Breath Dog Biscuit Recipe

If you're sick of being woken up in the morning with the foul stench of dog breath right, you'll want to try our Barking Bad Breath Dog Biscuit Recipe.

Adoptable Dog of the Week – Berkley

Meet Berkley, our Adoptable Dog of the Week from Adoptapet.com. This little fellow is a Rat Terrier mix that lives in New Milford, CT and can’t wait to…

All About Neutering Dogs

Thinking about neutering your dog? Here are a few basics you should brush up on before making a decision. Neutering is something that every owner of a male d…

New “Pig Perfume” Spray Stops Barking Bad Dog Behavior

No, it doesn’t smell like bacon, but “Stop That” spray may stop your dog from acting like a ham Sick and tired of your dog’s endless…

Top 10 Cool Finds From SuperZoo 2013 – Part 2

SuperZoo 2013 was a whirlwind of awesome pet products and amazing pet people. We saw so many cool things and we wish we had the time and space to write ab…

A Pet Sitter’s Guide For When Friends Are Watching Your Dog

Tips and tricks to keep Fido happy and healthy when he’s having a sleepover with friends Being a pet sitter, my furry clients are a second family to me…

Wet Wednesday Weekly Winner Contest

Does it smell like wet dog in here, or is it just us? It might just be the start of our Wet Wednesday Weekly Winner Contest, where you could win an earthbath…

Lucky’s MMMMeaty Homemade Dog Stew Recipe

We welcome recipe submissions from our readers and are pleased to share this dog stew recipe from Sherry Faubus: Luckys MMMMeaty Homemade Dog Stew Recipe

Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Shelby

Meet Shelby, our Adoptable Dog of the Week. Shelby is an adult female Chihuahua and Pug mix from Raleigh, NC. She is already spayed, housetrained, up to date…

Petmate’s Wetnoz Lilac Carrier Is Perfect For Trendy Dogs On The Go

Pampered pooches will want to travel in style sporting the hottest color this season You’ve got lots of places to be and you want to bring your dog alo…

8 Sure-Fire Dog Constipation Home Remedies

At some point in his life, your dog will get constipated. But as a pet parent, there are some home remedies you can try to help with dog constipation.

Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Chief

Don’t blink or you may miss Chief, our Adoptable Dog of the Week! Living in Cottonwood, Arizona, Chief is an adult male Greyhound who has retired from…

Top 10 Cool Finds From SuperZoo 2013 – Part 1

Wow – it’s hard to believe that another SuperZoo has come and gone. We’re still recovering – there was so much to see and do, and…

If Your Dog Needs Space, Tie A Yellow Ribbon Around His Leash

Canadian dog trainer Tara Palardy is on a mission to help protect DINOS (dogs in need of extra space). I don’t know about you, but I pretty much want t…

Oscar’s Oats And Apple Dog Treat Recipe

Oscar is so good about being a taste tester that I thought I would name a treat after him. And so, Oscar's Oats And Apple Dog Treat Recipe was born.

Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Blitzen

‘Tis the season! And because of the holidays, Blitzen, our Adoptable Dog of the Week from Adoptapet.com, is a gift you’ll always treasure. Blitze…

Upside Down Dog of the Week – Spliffy

What are you lookin’ at? It must be Spliffy, our Upside Down Dog of the Week, courtesy of Upsidedowndogs.com. Spliffy is a 3.5-year-old female American…

Pros And Cons Of Individual Condition Coverage

Considering Individual Condition Coverage for your dog? Here are the positive and negative points about this type of dog insurance policy. When you’re…

Fall In Love With Our Furever Love Valentine’s Day Contest

How much do we love thee? We could count the ways, but that would make for one long blog post. So instead, we just decided to buy your love with some cool pr…

Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Kemp

Come on, get happy… just like Kemp, our Adoptable Dog of the Week from Adoptapet.com. Kemp is an adult Rat Terrier mix from Grayslake, Illinois. He&rs…

Upside Down Dog of the Week – Razi

Meet Razi, this week’s Upside Down Dog from Upsidedowndogs.com. He is a 21-month-old Anatolian Shepherd from Boulder, Colorado. His owner James says: &…

Upside Down Dog Of The Week – Ace

It’s time to get upside down! Meet Ace, our Upside Down Dog of the Week from Upsidedowndogs.com. Ace is a 9-year-old male Bichon Frise from Kansas City…

Bravo Issues Voluntary Recall of Pet Food

Bravo has issued a nationwide recall of pet food for dogs and cats because they have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. Listeria m…

Top 10 Workouts For Your Dog’s Brain

While a daily walk is essential to give your dog his fill of physical exercise, mental exercise is just as important. This is especially true for highly inte…

Adoptable Dog of the Week – Spunky-Sprout

Meet Spunky-Sprout, our Adoptable Dog of the Week from Adoptapet.com. This young lady is a Whippet and Hound mix from Miami, FL. She’s already spayed,…