“You can’t pour from an empty cup.” I’m sure you’ve heard that phrase before, but have you really thought about what it means – what is the cup? What are we pouring? What happens when it’s empty? We hear the phrase a lot in terms of self-love, and making sure our own needs are met...

Running with your dog can be a very effective way to improve the health and happiness of your pup and you, the human! While jogging can be relatively straightforward, adding a dog to the mix will change how you approach this activity. I’ve been running with my dogs on an almost daily basis for the...

The choice to relinquish a dog to a shelter is often one that weighs heavily on the pup parent. It is in most cases seen as a last resort, and often one they’d rather not have to make. While I want to remain sensitive to anyone who has had to make that decision, it’s important...

While scientists don't ascertain that dogs can see ghosts, some of us have seen firsthand our pets' ability to sense things unknown that can be hard to believe. Here are six spooky things that dogs can sense that humans can't (hint: not all of these things are actually spooky): 1. THEY CAN SENSE A FORTHCOMING...

When it comes to our dogs, there isn’t much we won’t do… including making them their own tasty pumpkin treat. I mean, we get to enjoy all the festive pumpkin-flavored muffins, cookies, drinks, breads, and more, so why not let them join in on the fun? This simple three-ingredient frozen dog treat is super easy...

All dog lovers know how special the bond can be between a dog and its parent, but service dogs take that relationship to a whole new level. Service dogs provide their companions with a quality of life that would not be possible without their assistance, making them indeed women's and man's best friends. However, the...

If you're already part of the Pupford community and reading this blog post, it's probably safe to assume that you believe pets are wonderful. But if you don't know this yet, allow us to convince you: caring for a living creature is immensely rewarding (and challenging). It can also be an effective form of therapy....

While most of us have heard the term ‘therapy dog’, what therapy dogs actually do remains a bit of a mystery to many! In this episode, I’ll be interviewing Monica Callahan to help us all gain a true understanding of what therapy dogs really do and how they improve lives everywhere! MEET MONICA CALLAHAN Monica...

Some dogs have one main purpose in life: to be your companion and valued family member. And let’s be clear: there’s nothing wrong with that! Other dogs have specific jobs; we call those working dogs. Working dogs take their instincts and innate skills and use them to accomplish tasks or help people. But there is...

While the idea of taking your pup with you to all the dog-friendly restaurants, cafes, and stores can seem extremely enticing, some dogs just aren’t built for it. And, that is okay! While social media often makes us believe otherwise, not every dog has to be out in public places with you. In this article,...