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When summer finally rolls around, our first instinct is to get outside! If you have a dog, there are tons of ways to have fun in the sun besides just playing fetch or going on walks. Here are some of our favorite ways to play with your dog in the summer. Swimming Dogs love to…

Have you ever seen dogs doing agility courses and thought, “Dang, I wish my dog could do that.” Well good news, they totally can! While we most often think of Border Collies or terrier breeds when we think of agility dogs, in reality, any dog can be an agility dog with the right training. Here is…

As a Pit Bull dog owner, you know how sweet, kind, and charismatic your pooch is. But, unfortunately, some folks just don’t trust Pit Bulls, and this may affect how you are able to find an apartment. While there are tons of dog-friendly apartments out there, not all of them are Pit Bull friendly, which…

Have you heard of “Dry January” and want to give it a shot? Or maybe you just want to start being more conscious about your alcohol consumption or have considered being sober. Studies show that dogs help humans in many areas of their health like increasing exercise levels, lowering blood pressure, and decreasing cholesterol levels,…

Dogs love a BBQ cookout just as much as their owners. But, are the sauce and meat safe for dogs? Read on to find out how to keep your pooch safe at the next BBQ and make a dog-friendly menu for your dog to join in on the fun. What’s Safe? It’s important to remember…

Making cold dog treats is a great way to cool down your dog during a warm day. Watermelon treats are easy to make as you only need a seedless watermelon, trays, and a blender. These frozen treats are great for a dog as the texture is crunchy like a popsicle as opposed to rock hard…

When deciding if you want to add a furry friend to your family, it can be difficult to pick which type of dog will be the best fit. Many breeds make great family dogs, but some are better for suburban families, while others are better suited for families living in the city. Below are the…

Keeping your pet active is key in maintaining their good health. Particularly in winter, it’s important to keep your dog engaged. Here is a list of indoor activities and exercises that will keep him entertained: Hide and Seek – A great indoor game for active pets. Hide a toy or favorite treat and watch your…

How do you define a dog’s intelligence? To determine what makes a dog “smart” experts look at their instincts, obedience, and adaptability. Some dogs may be superior in one or two of these areas but lack in another. For example, Terriers aren’t great at taking directions, but they have an excellent sense of hearing. Experts…

Making homemade treats for your dog can be fun and creative for you but also healthy for Fido since you know exactly what’s going into their snacks. To get you started, we’ve gathered a couple of quick and straightforward dog treat ideas that are sure to please your precious pup. Frozen Peanut Butter Yogurt Dog…

If you’re a dog lover and dog owner, you probably have the urge to pet every dog you see. It is easy for us to get so caught up in a new pup’s cuteness that we forget the dog may be hard at work. There are over 387,000 service dogs in the US working every day…

For us humans, getting a massage can be a very relaxing experience that we may do to treat ourselves. On top of all the physical benefits, massages actually have many mental and stress relieving benefits as well. While we probably want to get massages all the time, have you ever considered giving your dog a massage?…