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...

Ahh, puppy dog eyes. Those all-powerful eyes that give dogs the power to get their way more often than we’d care to admit. But there’s so much more to dogs’ eyes than just emotional manipulation. So, let's look at some facts about dogs' eyes! We get a lot of questions in our community about how...

In theory, laser pointers would be the ultimate tool for your dog. Watching them intensely chase a little red dot is quite amusing, plus they’re burning off energy like crazy. But in reality, laser pointers can actually do more harm than good for our dogs. This post is NOT to shame anyone who has used...

While most of us know the damage stereotypes can do to us humans, what role do they play for our pups?! We often put “labels” and stereotypes on our dogs that ultimately end up causing harm to them and specifically to their training. In this article, we’ll discuss how you can avoid these stereotypes and...

Happy spooky season! For many dog parents the spookiest part of Halloween is not the goblins and ghouls, but the thought of keeping their dog safe and calm during the hectic day. From stressors to strangers to outright dangers, Halloween can be overwhelming for your dog. But that doesn’t mean you have to give up...

While most of our homes or apartments have the dog staples like a bed, water bowl, and toys, there are some truly unique dog household items that’ll make your life about 100x easier! And with how challenging raising a pup can be, I’ll take “easy” any chance I get! Here’s a quick overview of the...

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,...

I’m here to tell you, first and foremost dog mom (or dad) guilt is totally normal. Let that sink in for a second… We all want to be the best pup parent and provide our dogs with a healthy, happy, and fulfilled life. But, sometimes, we fall short. And that’s where the guilt comes in....

Unfortunately, a lot of dogs love the taste of chocolate (can you blame them?). This makes a candy bar or muffin that was accidentally left out on the coffee table all the more dangerous to them. Chocolate can cause serious damage to your dog if ingested and it’s far too common that this happens to...

Too often as pup parents, we try to fix or train “bad” behaviors while they are happening. Unfortunately, we often feel overwhelmed, embarrassed, and downright frustrated in the heat of those moments. So in this article, we’re going to discuss alternatives to better set your dog up for success. And, I’m going to give you...