You know the traditions – flowers, chocolates, a well-thought-out card, maybe even a nice dinner date. Valentine’s Day is all about showing that special person how much we love them. But what about that special dog? While a box of chocolates is a BIG no for our pups (and some flowers too!), there are still...

There are some things that our dogs do that would seem pretty ridiculous if we tried to do ourselves (like roll around in a questionable smell in the grass, while on a walk). But some things are actually quite fun for us as well, like a game of tug of war (at least grade school...

While we often like to think that our dogs love everything we do, there are some common human behaviors that dogs do NOT enjoy. And while these things may not be “make or break” for your relationship with your dog, it’s important to try and keep your interactions with your pup as positive as possible....

Dogs, like humans, thrive when they have a sense of control over their environment. As pet parents, we make numerous decisions for our dogs—from their diet and exercise routines to their social interactions and daily activities. However, giving dogs choices within these parameters is crucial for their well-being. It empowers them to express preferences, reduces...

Odds are you have at least some pictures on your phone of your dog sleeping. After all, it’s adorable – and you’ve probably had a laugh or two about the weird sleeping positions your dog has managed to twist themselves into for a snooze. There’s no denying that dogs are super cute when they sleep....

Help, my dog is driving me crazy! Dogs are challenging. No matter the age, breed, or size of your dog there will be situations and behaviors that will drive you absolutely crazy. And guess what, that's totally normal.I have gone through the ups and downs of being a pup parent in many ways. My wife...

We asked Alexandra Bennett, CCMT, CCAP at Barking Princess Canine Acupressure & Massage to share the benefits of dog massage with our readers, and the following article is from her. Most of us love it when we get to indulge ourselves in the luxury of a spa massage. But we all have busy schedules and...

As a society, we’ve come a long way when it comes to mental health. While unfortunately more people are suffering from mental health issues than ever, we’re doing a great job of talking about the importance of taking care of our mental health. It’s time we extend that conversation about mental illness and challenges to...

Welcoming a new puppy (or older dog) into your home is a time of excitement, nervousness, and oftentimes, stress! While you will certainly make mistakes along the way (and that's okay), here are 3 things not to do with a puppy!And not only will avoiding these mistakes make YOUR life easier, but they will also...

Are you ringing in the new year with your dog by your side? Or are you leaving them to a more relaxing, quiet evening at home while you paint the town red? Either way, you’ll want to make sure you are taking your dog’s safety into consideration. Whenever there is a change in routine, environment,...