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Dogs make us happy! Find the most interesting articles on living the lifestyle with dogs. Tips for dog photography, reviews of best dog books, stories of dog adoption, funny dog videos and cute dog photos, how-to guides and opinion pieces on what we humans can learn from our loyal companions.

Kids vs Dogs - Differences and Similarities of Raising Children and Dogs

Kids vs Dogs: Differences and Similarities in Raising Them

As a devoted pet parent, you have likely made the comparison of pet parenthood to being a human parent. You have also likely heard...
Dog Modeling and Dog Acting Guide

Dog Modeling and Acting: Beginner’s Guide

Could your dog be the next top dog model? If you have aspirations of your dog being the next Purina pup or the next spokes-dog...

1000 Most Cool Dog Names

You've adopted a dog and it's now time to name your pup. If you're looking for cool dog names, we've got a huge list...
8 Most Dog Friendly Hotels and Hotel Chains in the U.S.

8 Most Dog Friendly Hotels in USA

No pet owner ever wants to leave their pets behind, but traveling with dogs can sometimes be complicated. This is especially true when attempting...
Dog Milk for Babies - Good or Bad

Dog Milk for Babies: Good or Bad?

This might sound like a peculiar or even weird question, but some pet owners seem to make this unusual inquiry about whether or not...
8 Tips for Your First Doggie Play-Date

8 Tips for Your First Doggie Play-Date

There are many reasons for being well-prepared for your dog’s first doggie playdate instead of going at it blind. Many dogs are accustomed to...
Therapy Dogs vs Service Dogs - What's the Difference

Podcast #100: Difference of Therapy Dogs vs Service Dogs

Our guest Elisabeth Van Every, expert on the subject of therapy and service animals, discusses differences between service dogs vs therapy dogs, and more.
Dog Stealing - How It Works and How to Protect Your Pets

Dog Stealing: How It Works and How to Protect Your Pets

On average, the number of dogs stolen each year is around 2 million, and dog theft is not a small problem in the United...
What Countries Eat Dogs and Why

17 Countries That Eat Dogs and Why They Do It

Here's a sad truth: some countries eat dogs to this day, and their governments don't do anything to stop this. We're a community of dog...
4 Good Reasons Why Your Dog Needs a Routine

4 Good Reasons Why Your Dog Needs a Routine

Even the people who lead the most dynamic life have some kind of routine. If our life is based solely on a routine, we...
Safe Outdoor Temperatures for Dogs

Safe Outdoor Temperatures for Dogs

Sometimes it seems that our dogs don’t care about the seasons, climate or outside temperature. While we will be moody on a rainy day, our...
Animal Hoarding - What You Must Know

Animal Hoarding: What You Must Know

Many of us are familiar with the psychological disorder of compulsive hoarding. Typically, it's people who collect inanimate objects excessively because they're unable to...

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Detox Diet for Dogs in Spring: What to Feed & How...

Spring is not only the best time to shake off the winter gloom, but it's also the perfect time to exercise and detoxify! Dogs can...
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12 Ways to Introduce a Puppy to Outdoor Adventures Safely

The winter's end is near... are you excited to get back to exploring the great outdoors? If you're wondering how to introduce a puppy to...
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6 Keys to Spring Cleaning Success for Dog Owners

Ah, the first days of spring! Crocuses blooming, fresh breezes, warm sunshine, and enough light that you can see every furball on the carpet and...
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Spring is just around the corner, and what better way for us pet parents to celebrate the sunshine, blooming flowers, and fresh air than...
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In 2024, the American Kennel Club listed the Shiba Inu as the 42nd most popular dog breed in the United States. They remain in...
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How to Set Up a Dog Feeding Station + 5 Creative...

If your dog’s bowls always seem to migrate around the kitchen or you’re tired of stepping on stray kibbles, a dedicated dog feeding station...
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6 Best & Safe Chocolate Alternatives for Dogs

Chocolates are a quintessential part of our Valentine's Day celebration... but what about our dogs? Nothing says "I love you" like chocolate, but even a...
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Virtual Dog Training Classes & 6 Online Places to Try

Did you know that more dog owners than ever are turning to online virtual dog training classes? What started as a pandemic trend has now...
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How to Train a Rescue Dog: 7 Actionable Steps

About 5.8 million pets entered shelters and rescue centers in the United States in 2024. 4.2 million of them had been adopted into loving...
Aloka the Peace Dog

Meet Aloka the Peace Dog!

On a quiet stretch of U.S. Route 21, amid honking horns from speeding vehicles, a soft rhythm echoes ahead. Scantily padded or bare feet on...