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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.

Coolest Socks for Dog Lovers

The Only Socks You Should Gift Dog Lovers This Holiday

If you were like most kids growing up, you were probably less than amused when you received a pair of socks as a gift....
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A Dog Sleeping in Bed With Their Owner: Statistics and Should You Do It?

How many dog owners have their dog sleeping in bed with them? A few months ago, a survey of 23,000 pet owners was conducted....
27 Crazy Pet Ownership Statistics You Didn’t Know About
11 Unique Dog Friendly Restaurants (US)

11 Unique Dog Friendly Restaurants (US)

The love of our animals is strong throughout the world. It has been a dream for many, at some point in life, to have...
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How To Spoil Your Dog For When They’ve Been a Good Boy/Girl

Dogs are both social and sentimental animals. They receive the love of their masters and express theirs in their own language. They jump on...
Dog-friendly hikes

Our Top 13 Choices for a Dog-Friendly Hike

Everyone knows that physical activity isn’t just beneficial to humans. Our pets require it, too. For the outdoor enthusiast, hiking can be the perfect...
Dog-friendly Vacation Destinations

Top 7 Dog-friendly Vacation Destinations In The US to Enjoy with Your Dog

Are you now getting itchy feet and looking for some dog-friendly vacation destinations in the US you can travel to with your dog? If you're...
Do You Need Pet Insurance?

Do You Need Pet Insurance? Your Guide to Insuring Your Pets

Pet health insurance has become a billion dollar industry over the past few years. More and more insurance companies are offering pet coverage, and many new insurance companies have popped up that specialize in pet insurance. So the question is, do you need pet insurance?
Mixed or Purebred

Mixed or Purebred: Which Is Best?

Whether you're shopping for a puppy or scouring local shelters looking for your new best friend, there's a good chance you're trying to decide whether a mixed or purebred dog is right for you.
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The Weight is Over: Toby and Frankie’s Weight Loss Journey – Part 2

Week 3 of The Weight Loss Journey: Toby - Starting weight = 28lb | Current weight = 26lb10oz | Goal = 23lb | 4oz 2x’s...
The Weight is Over- Toby and Frankie’s Weight Loss Adventure With BetterVet- Part 3The Weight is Over- Toby and Frankie’s Weight Loss Adventure With BetterVet- Part 3

The Weight is Over: Toby and Frankie’s Weight Loss Adventure With BetterVet- Part 3

Week 5 of the weight loss journey: Frankie - Starting weight = 48lb | Weigh in Week 3 = 43lb 10oz | Current Weight= 42lb...
How to Cope with Losing a Pet

How to Cope with Losing a Pet

"Get over it. It's just a dog." People probably think that dog owners are being overly emotional when grieving the loss of a pet. Well, maybe...

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4 Tips & Tricks for Navigating Peak Flea and Tick Season

Here it comes... the dreaded peak flea and tick season. For us pet owners, while we love those sunny beach trips and walking in the...
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Have Pet, Will Travel: Guide to Spring or Summer Trips with...

In Partnership with Merck Animal Health In my opinion, there's no better time to travel with your pet than in either spring or summer. The weather's...
Can I Afford A Dog

Can I Afford A Dog?

Owning a pet is expensive. It’s more than just planning for food and toys. If you’ve been asking yourself, can I afford a dog, here is everything you need to know. A big part of being a responsible pet owner is preparing for the endeavor financially. Creating a consistent budget can help you plan for routine expenses like food, treats and toys, as well as unexpected expenses like vet visits in the event of an emergency. Asking the question can I afford a dog is a very responsible thing to do. Many pet owners don’t plan a budget before adopting a dog, and that can get you into a lot of trouble.
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How to Get Rid of a Dog: The Right Way

Are you faced with the challenging decision of how to let go of your furry companion? We understand that circumstances change. And even...
Why Are Dogs So Loyal?

Why Are Dogs So Loyal?

One of the best qualities of our canine companions is their unwavering loyalty. Why are dogs so loyal? There are amazing stories about the unmatched loyalty of dogs - dogs that have sat on their owner’s graves, waited patiently for months for their owners to return from war and even stories of dogs walking thousands of miles to reunite with their masters.
Why Do Pets Make Us Happy?

Why Do Pets Make Us Happy?

Nothing beats the feeling of seeing a happy dog or friendly cat come running over to you looking for a pat on the head or a scratch behind the ears. Why do pets make us happy? Pets do a lot more than just keep us company. The unconditional love that they provide us with is priceless and incomparable to any love that we get other humans.

Dog Names Starting With Z

Are you looking for dog names starting with Z? Well, you're in the right place! Getting a new pup would mean preparing for a new set...
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How Many Dogs Are Too Many?

We've all been there. Pet owners of one dog think, "Maybe I should get one more." Then, once you get the second dog, you'll...
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Can Dogs Get Sick From Humans?

If you have been caring for dogs for quite a while now, you must have known we can get sick from them. Rabies, giardia—name...
Dandie Dinmont Terrier Breed profile

Dandie Dinmont Terrier Breed Profile

Not a lot of people know about this breed, but the Dandie Dinmont Terrier is not something you should ignore when you chance upon...