Summer is here, and as the sun shines brighter and the temperature rises, the allure of the beach becomes irresistible for dog parents everywhere. Embarking on a beach adventure with your furry companion is undoubtedly exciting. Picture the scene: laughter, relaxation, and boundless joy as your dog frolics in the sand, their senses awakened by...

If you’ve ever held a solo concert in the car during a road trip or let your favorite Broadway soundtrack get you through a day of chores, then you very much know the impact music can have on people. But does music have the same effect on dogs? Those of us who have music as...

The world is full of conflicting information and methods for obtaining “success and happiness”. And in terms of dog training and behavior success, the conflicts and arguments about how to get there will make your head spin. The term and ideology to train the dog in front of you can be a grounding principle to...

The caliber and talent of dogs competing at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show is top-notch. Most of these dogs (and their humans) practice, compete, and work for months (and indeed, years) to get to this pinnacle of dog competition. On a warm spring day in Queens, I learned firsthand just how important our relationship...

Easter is not only a time for humans to enjoy, but it can also be a fun holiday for our furry friends, and no, we’re not talking about bunnies! It’s time to let our doggy friends join in on the fun, too. This Easter why not set up the perfect activity to celebrate the holiday...

We hear the term “advocate” used in a handful of ways: Advocate for yourself in the workplace Be an advocate for those who can’t speak for themselves She is a big advocate of protecting the environment But have you heard it used for your dog? Being an advocate for your dog is just as important...

This is truly the last topic I want to write about, but I know how important it is and hopefully, it can help at least one person in this painful process. I want to provide my complete experience and answer common questions/concerns about dog euthanasia at home. The passing of a dog is extremely painful....

Stumble into any community or group of pup parents (online or in person) and you’ll likely hear the debate about whether you should let your dog sleep in your bed! Some of us LOVE having our dogs sleep in the bed. Some of us HATE the idea of our pup potentially disturbing our sleep. While...

Valentine's Day is a time to celebrate love and companionship, and for many, there is no better companion than a dog. At Pupford, we believe that the bond between a dog and its owner is one of the strongest and most rewarding relationships a person can have. If you don't have a human companion to...

Feeling sluggish? Not feeling mentally alert? Struggling to make decisions? You may just need to pet a dog… At least, that’s what the initial findings from a group of researchers have to say! While all research can have limitations, the findings of the effects of contact with a dog on prefrontal brain activity study are...