Twice a day (or more often if you have a puppy) you have your dog's undivided attention... mealtime!Unfortunately, we often let that opportunity pass by without using it to its full advantage. Because truthfully, mealtime should be much more than just something to check off your to-do list! LISTEN TO PODCAST ABOUT MAXIMIZING MEALTIME Want...

Ahh, the dog days of summer. That phrase got us thinking: why are they called the ‘dog days’? Are dog days really that different from human days considering they grow and live differently than we do? So today we’re going to talk about all things dog days -- how long are “dog years?” and “dog...

Why do dogs lick people..? If it isn't to be cute and hilarious, then why?! And can a dog licking you be problematic?Dogs lick people for many reasons, we will explore a handful of those reasons in this episode! LISTEN TO PODCAST ABOUT WHY DOGS LICK PEOPLE Want to hear more podcasts like this? Please...

If you’ve ever spent all day on your feet or worked primarily with your hands, you know how important it is to care for them properly. But are you doing the same for your dogs? They rely on their paws for their every movement, which makes their paw pads one of their most important functional...

Coming home to your dog after a long day can be extremely chaotic... I mean, enjoyable? 😉 If every time you walk in the door your dog gets beyond excited and crazy, then this episode is for you!It can often be tempting to be overly excited and amped up when you get home, but that...

Losing a dog is a terribly painful and difficult experience. We recently put our dog Buddy to sleep after he developed some severe health issues, he was 15 years old.We had an amazing life with Buddy and he lived a life full of adventure, love, and plenty of mischief. Throughout this process of grieving his...

Just like humans, our pets can experience illnesses. With so much information on the internet about symptoms, signs and preventative measures, it’s important not to get too caught up in it all and make yourself crazy worrying about every little dog sneeze. However, we all understand how important it is to take specific actions and...

Should I say 'wait' or 'stay'? And what about 'leave it' or 'wait'?! And don't forget the ever-confusing 'leave it' vs 'drop it'.As a new (or not so new) pup parent, getting these dog training terms correct can feel confusing and oftentimes unclear. Luckily, the words you use are just that... words!But, let's break down...

Walking two dogs at once can be a serious challenge. I've been walking 3 dogs (currently 2, RIP Buddy) for the past 4 years and I've learned a trick or two to make walking 2 dogs much simpler and honestly, more fun!Of course, you've got to be patient. Patience, time, and consistency are vital to...

Short, long, curly, stubby, fluffy, you name it... We love them all! Yup, today we’re talking about tails. Specifically, dog tails and the meaning of each movement, placement, and tail style. Did you know that, along with being a super cute addition to your dog’s backside, the tail is also an important tool? It assists...