Why is it that no matter how much dogs eat they are always hungry? While some dogs just love to eat, others may not be getting be the proper amount of food. But how do you know how much food you should feed your dog? We’ve got your answers. While there is no fixed amount dogs should […]

When it comes to training dogs, there are tons of commands and tricks to teach him or her, but there is one command in particular that can end up saving your pup’s life:  COME. Let’s say you’re on a walk or in the park with your furry best friend by your side, then he gets […]

A recent study published in Science, by a team of Hungarian journalists finds that your dog understands both emotion and the lexicon of our word What does this mean for you? The next time someone gives you trouble for those conversations with your dog you can tell them that science is on your side. It looks […]

Dog behavior expert Caesar Milan is fond of saying “Every dog needs a job.” Many disagree with Cesar’s methods, but it’s tough to argue with this philosophy. The reality is, your dog was bred to perform a task. Even mixed breeds have the need to “work.” Many undesirable behaviours: digging, howling, excessive barking, etc. can […]

Training your dog is great for your dog and the owner. It will shape their future, and vets will tell dog lovers that a well trained dog is a happy and healthy dog. Sufficient training will shape your dog’s personality and if you want your dog or puppy to be set for life, you should […]

Your dogs are happy to see you when you walk in the front door. Puppies will explode into an energetic fit of affection when you come home, when someone enters your house, or when they see a doggie friend. Most consider it cute to see their puppy run around, jumping on everyone, and skidding across […]

Has your  senior dog been having accidents in your house? Does she frequently forget to tell you it’s time to go out? Do you notice accidents at a certain time of day? Or, after a you’ve bene out of the house for a certain amount of time? As your dog ages, she may develop problems […]

Having a dog provides many health benefits to their human counterparts: decreased blood pressure, increase in oxytocin – the feel-good brain chemical, lower stress levels, increased physical health, and more. But, what about dogs for seniors? Isn’t a dog too much work? Doesn’t the training and exercise and clean up outweigh these health benefits? Does it […]

Having a dog can help teach your children valuable lessons about responsibility, how to care for something, and how to give and receive unconditional love. Some dog breeds are better with small children than others. Here are the 5 best dog breeds for children: Boxer Boxers are very playful, and are known to love children. They have […]

We all know dogs are smart creatures. But have you ever noticed that some seem to be smarter than others? Like human intelligence, dog intelligence occurs in many different forms. Certain breeds have particular inherit qualities and are bred to be more intelligent in certain areas. For example, if a dog is bred to retrieve, […]

Golden Retrievers are one of America’s most popular breeds, in fact the third most popular currently. They are incredible social and have a wonderful temperament for all kinds of dog lovers. They typically weigh between 60 and 90 pounds. They have a wonderful disposition and temperament and are among the easiest of breeds to train. […]

Like humans, dogs can develop annoying and painful infections. One infection dogs can suffer from is a yeast infection. But unlike humans, this type of infection mainly affect the ears. Here is your complete guide on how to recognize a yeast infection in your dog. Causes Dogs that are frequently scratching their ears or tilting their head […]