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General July 28, 2014

Researchers Discover a Complex Emotional and Moral Code in Dogs

While dogs are certainly vastly different from humans, researchers have found that they do have an emotional and moral code. What is more, their emotional code is much more complex than many realize.

General July 17, 2014

Deaf Woman Adopts Deaf Dog That Knows Sign Language

Rosie is a four year old boxer and pit bull mix that has spent the last three months in a shelter in central Nebraska. When she’s at play or sitting quietly, Rosie looks like other dogs; but there’s an important difference. Rosie is deaf.

General July 1, 2014

Blue Buffalo vs. Nestle Purina Lawsuit

In recent years, pet owners have been requiring higher quality food for their canine and feline companions. Pet food companies have responded to consumer demands by removing nutrient-lacking fillers and adding more wholesome ingredients. However, have they really increased the nutritional value, or just claimed to?

General June 29, 2014

Pit Bull Rally in Washington

A beloved breed, the Nanny Dog often stays in the yard with small kids as they play. A crying child can count on the Nanny Dog to lick her face until the tears are gone and her frown turns into a smile.

General June 22, 2014

Finding the Right Groomer

When it comes time to groom your pet, you may find that the task is better left to professionals. Maybe Rover has gotten too big for you to wrestle into the tub, or you know Fluffy’s long coat will never look the same after you get near it with a pair of scissors.

General May 30, 2014

Starting a Dog Walking Club

You may or may not have heard of dog walking clubs. Basically, these clubs are just as their name implies – groups of dogs being walked together. One of the best reasons to walk your dog in a group is because it adds a vital aspect of socialization for not only your dog but you as well when you all go your walks.

General April 22, 2014

Off-Leash Walking

Every dog, large and small, loves to be put on a leash and be taken for a walk each day. It’s crucial for a pet owner, however, to maintain discipline over their pooch and ensure that they walk the dog rather than allowing the dog to walk them.

General April 9, 2014

Cleaning Stains and Removing Odors

Your dog gives you love, affection and loyalty, but he may also sometimes leave you other things that you don’t like quite so much – odors and stains. Accidents happen sometimes, and knowing how to clean up the mess and remove the odor can go a long way to keeping your human-and-canine household running smoothly.

General April 3, 2014

Dogs Helping Children Read

In libraries and schools across the country, dogs are taking on the job of being a reading helper for young children just learning how to sound out words and explore phonics.

General April 1, 2014

Is It Weird to Marry your Dog?

Although the boundaries of traditional marriage have been substantially stretched in recent years, most people don’t see them stretching far enough to allow for the matrimonial union of canines and human being.

General March 31, 2014

Your Dog’s Routine Is Important

It’s only been a few thousand years since dogs have ventured off the evolutionary pathway of their wolf cousins. That few thousand years hasn’t been long enough for dogs to shed the wolf instinct that guides them through the world, even if that world is now dominated by humans and not nature.

General March 31, 2014

Dogs Teach Responsibility

If your child has been asking for a dog, you may hesitate to get him one. He has probably promised that he will feed the dog and walk him every day without being told.

General March 31, 2014

Dogs That Vacation Without The Owner

One of the latest travel trends involves furry friends accompanying their humans on vacations, but a few adventurous canines are setting out to see the world on sojourns of their own.

General February 25, 2014

12 Reasons Why The Dog Whisperer Is Fake

Cesar Millan’s name has been discussed all over the place in dog circles. From television to magazines, he and his methods have created quite a stir among trainers and owners. Many believe that his methods don’t work or that the situations presented on his show are outright fake. Why has the Dog Whisperer received so much bad press as of late?

General February 21, 2014

11 Things You Need to Know Before Choosing A Dog Breeder

If you have always wanted a certain breed of dog but never had one before, it can be tricky to find just the right puppy. There are so many people breeding dogs, how do you choose the best breeder? Here are 11 tips to help you make your choice.