Top 10 Ways You’re Stressing Out Your Dog
Sure, dogs don’t have to deal with nagging bosses, piles of bills, dreaded taxes, or too many daily commitments to count. But that doesn’t mean they can’t get stressed out from time to time. In fact, a lot of us dog parents unknowingly cause our canine kids stress. Say what?! Here are 10 ways that you could be stressing out your dog (and what to do instead): 1) Punishing Them For Acting Like Dogs I know this sounds silly, but have you ever forgotten that your dog is, well, a


Becoming A Senior Dog: Top 12 Signs Your Pooch Is Aging
Aging is a natural part of life. Unfortunately, it happens a whole lot earlier for canines than it does for humans. Read on to find out when your little one is considered a senior dog and 12 common signs your fur kid is getting up there in years. When Does a Dog Become a Senior? First of all, we can toss the myth that one human year is equivalent to seven canine years. Dogs definitely age at a rate faster than humans, but it’s not as simple as the familiar 1:7 ratio. Actual


Moving? Tips To Help Your Dog Adjust To A New Home!
Moving is tough on every member of the family, including the ones with fur and four legs. According to the American Kennel Club, some breeds are so averse to relocating that they may stage an escape from the new residence in an attempt to return “home.” This good-hearted effort on their part could end in a frantic search for your missing friend, or even worse. So it’s important to do whatever you can to make your dog comfortable in her new residence. Here are some tips to h


What To Do If Your Dog Is Choking
Would you know what to do if your dog started choking? Dogs can choke on large pieces of food, bones, balls, toys, or other random household items. Since an emergency can happen in the blink of an eye, it’s important to know what to do (and hope you never have to use it). Warning Signs Your Dog Is Choking If a foreign object has blocked your dog’s airway, the warning signs are pretty similar to a choking human: Opening his/her mouth and lunging the body forward in attempt
Why Do Dogs Yawn?
Okay, I know what you’re thinking: When my dog yawns that must be a sign that he’s sleepy or bored. Well, while that’s sometimes the case, a dog yawn doesn’t necessarily mean the same thing as a human yawn. Read on to find out the various reasons dogs yawn. 1) Stress and Anxiety Just like humans, dogs can get stressed out at times too. While humans fidget their fingers, bite their nails, tap their foot, or want to pull their hair out, dogs yawn! If you notice your dog yawnin


5 Great Reasons To Adopt A Senior Dog!
So many people around the world share their lives, and their homes, with dogs. Pooch, fur kid, pup, man’s best friend. Whatever you choose to call your canine companion, there’s no doubting the joy dogs bring into our lives. But, an unfortunate reality is that many will never find their forever home. With a lot of soon-to-be-pet parents searching for young puppies in shelters, we thought it was about time to advocate for the senior citizen canines. Read on to find out the top


Why Do Dogs Walk In Circles Before Laying Down?
Picture this… You’re lying down to relax after a long day and invite your canine companion to join. He shuffles over to you and looks like he’s about to lie down. But before he can find a comfortable resting position, he begins walking in tight circles and scratching the surface beneath him. He lies down just to stand back up and repeat the process. He may go around two or three times before finally settling down. Does this sound familiar? So it begs the questions: Why do dog


The Scoop On Dog Poop
OK, I get it. No one really wants to talk about dog poop. But let’s face it—poop happens! However, it’s what happens next that’s the real issue. Read on to find out the potential dangers of leaving your dog’s poo behind. To Scoop Or Not To Scoop? Have you ever walked out your door and saw a pile of dog poop—right there on your front lawn? Even worse … have you ever stepped in it? Or how about when you take your pooch for a walk and wind up having to dance around some other p


Warning Signs It’s Time To Change Dog Groomers
1) Extreme Fear It’s normal for dogs to get a little nervous when they first arrive at their grooming shop. Afterall, the loud hair dryers and buzzing clippers aren’t things that dogs look forward to. But extreme fear should serve as a red flag. So when you arrive at your grooming shop, watch your dog closely. Does she cry or attempt to run away? Does her heart begin pounding? Is there a general look of fear on her face? Don’t ignore these signs! 2) Burns and Cuts It’s under


5 Creative Ways You Can Help Out Shelter Dogs In Need
what’s more satisfying than helping out innocent shelter dogs in need? Sure, if you have a few dollars to donate to your local shelter, they’re always in need of extra funds. But there are other creative ways you can help out the canines that don’t involve spending a dime. 1) Donate Supplies – One Man’s Trash Is A Shelter’s Treasure Often times, shelters are working on limited resources and donations are greatly appreciated. While it’s best to pick up the phone and ask the
































