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Samantha Randall

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Samantha’s biggest passion in life is spending time with her Boxer dogs. After she rescued her first Boxer in 2004, Samantha fell in love with the breed and has continued to rescue three other Boxers since then. She enjoys hiking and swimming with her Boxers, Maddie and Chloe.

Giveaway: Fido Rido Dog Car Seat ($105+ Value)

If you bring your dog for frequent rides in the car, it's important that you have a way to keep him restrained. We're giving our one lucky reader a chance to win a Fido Rido dog car seat for FREE!

Review: Midwest Homes for Pets Skudo Dog Carrier (2018)

This dog carrier from Midwest Homes for Pets is made of durable plastic with a metal door. There's an optional set of castor wheels that make it easy to move even the largest dog through an airport. The Skudo Dog Carrier comes in 6 sizes and is affordable for pet parents on a budget.

Review: New Age Pet ecoFLEX Dog Crate

This doesn't look like your average dog crate. It's not the traditional wire cage that sticks out like a sore thumb in the middle of your living room. The New Age Pet ecoFLEX Dog Crate is made of a plastic-wood polymer. It looks and functions as an end table to blend in with any home's décor.

Review: EliteField Soft Dog Crate 3-Door Model

The EliteField Soft Dog Crate is available in 5 sizes and 13 colors. These crates are also a couple of inches wider and higher than most crates that are the same length. They fold up easily and are lightweight for easy travel and storage. Find out if it's a good value for the money spent in this detailed review.

Review: IBIYAYA EVA Wheeled Dog Carrier (2018)

This wheeled pet carrier from IBIYAYA is a versatile 4-in-1 product that can be used as a wheeled travel carrier, shoulder carrier, backpack carrier or car seat. It also compacts for easy storage or convenience while traveling. The IBIYAYA EVA Wheeled Dog Carrier can hold pets weighing up to 17.5 pounds.

Giveaway: Your Perfect Puppy Dog Harness, Leash and Treat Pouch ($75+...

Your Perfect Puppy has created a line of dog products that every pet owner can use with their canine companion. This is your chance to win a dog harness, leash and a treat pouch for FREE! This dog supplies package is worth more than $75.

Review: SparklyPets Rope Dog Leash (2018)

Shopping for a dog leash sounds like a simple task, but with thousands of different models available it can be a lot more difficult than most pet owners think. The SparklyPets Rope Dog Leash is made of tough braided nylon and comes with a helpful bungee extension.

Review: Buddyrest Memory Foam Dog Bed

The Buddyrest Comfort Deluxe Memory Foam Dog Bed is built for destructive dogs. If your dog has ruined beds in the past by chewing and scratching, you may want to try one of these extra-tough beds. How much will it cost you and will it be worth the expense? Find out in this detailed review.

Review: PrideBites Personalized Step-In Dog Harness (2018)

The PrideBites Personalized Step-In Dog Harness comes in a wide variety of colors and can fit dogs weighing up to 75 pounds. It's durable and easy to put on, but is it worth the price? Find out all of the details in this extensive product review.

Review: IBIYAYA Lightweight Dog Stroller (2018)

The IBIYAYA Lightweight Dog Stroller is marketed as being one of the smallest pet strollers on the market. It's made with quality materials and can hold dogs weighing up to 44 pounds. Find out if it's a good value for the money in this extensive review.

TOP #46: Dealing With Dog Training Problems feat. Dog Trainer Jessica...

Training a dog can be a rewarding experience, but it also comes with its own set of difficulties, frustrations, challenges and problems. This podcast episode with expert dog trainer Jessica O'Neill is specifically about how to overcome those problems and challenges, and do it correctly.

Review: Midwest iCrate Folding Metal Dog Crate (2018)

This is a metal wire dog crate that comes in numerous sizes. The Midwest iCrate Folding Metal Dog Crate is also collapsible for easy storage. It's an ideal crate for most dogs and is affordable on any budget. Find out all the details in this extensive review.

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