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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.

Best Dog Movies Available for Streaming Right Now

13 Best Dog Movies Available for Streaming Right Now

Movie night isn’t just for the two-legged. For pet parents who feel like snuggling down on the sofa with their dogs and catching a great film, there...
Why Does My Dog Lick All the Time

9 Expert Answers to “Why Does My Dog Lick Me All the Time?”

Last week, I shared some resources about making life easier for disabled pets. We don't own a disabled dog, but I know this is an...
Do Dogs Actually Watch TV

Can Dogs Watch TV and What Exactly Do They See?

Is your pup a real couch potato? Does he love to sit around and watch television with you on Sunday afternoons? Maybe he has...
How Dogs Help People - Best Stories From Around the Internet

5 Amazing Stories Proving How Dogs Help People

Over the centuries, humankind has been reaping the benefits of our relationship with the canine species. When discussing how dogs help people, it's important...
Benefits of Raising Your Children with Dogs

The Benefits of Raising Your Children with Dogs

Dog lovers understand many of the benefits of having a canine companion. They lift our spirits and console us when we're feeling sad. Dogs...
Lost Dog - How to Cope With Every Dog Owner’s Worst Nightmare

Lost Dog: How to Cope With Every Dog Owner’s Worst Nightmare

Leave no stone, piece of furniture, cardboard box or loose board unturned in the home, garage or yard before accepting that you have a...
Tips on How to Keep Your Dog From Running Away

10 Tips on How to Keep Your Dog From Running Away

Want to know how to keep your dog from running away? The best way is to provide your pet with the best home he...
Dog Travel Tips - How to Vacay With Your Pet

Dog Travel Tips: How to Vacay With Your Pet

Traveling with dogs is becoming very popular. As a pet parent, I love taking my canine with me whenever I can. However, you do need...
Bringing A Dog to Thanksgiving Dinner

How to Include Your Dog in Thanksgiving Dinner

Last week we were talking about DIY dog Halloween costumes and now we're jumping right into Thanksgiving. The holiday season goes so quickly! It's the...
The Hidden Costs of Dog Ownership

The Hidden Costs of Dog Ownership

Having a new puppy in the house is certainly forcing me to do a lot of research about training and behavior modification. It also...
What Are Breaking Scents for Hunting Dogs

What Are Breaking Scents for Hunting Dogs

Hunting with dogs is a pastime that stretches across the world and across centuries. Even when we were living in caves, dogs were chosen...
All Time Coolest Dogs in Video Games

10 All Time Coolest Dogs in Video Games

Dogs have been loyal companions to humans for centuries, and this is clear not only in our daily lives but in the pop culture...

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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.
how to get rid of a dog

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...