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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.

Top Most Dog Friendly Airlines

8 Most Dog Friendly Airlines of 2023

Are you planning to travel with your dog on a plane any time soon? Well, it goes without saying that your adventure will begin even...
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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...
17 Rules to Keep Kids and Dogs Safe

Dogs and Kids: 17 Rules to Keep Kids and Dogs Safe

Dogs can be unpredictable. Their social language is very different compared to humans, and this is important for pet owners with kids. While some breeds...
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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...
Best Dog Books for Dog Owners with Kids

10 Best Books for Dog Owners with Kids

When you decide to adopt a dog, and you have kids in the family, there are many things to consider, not least of which...
Resources for Hunters with Gun Dogs

35 Resources for Hunters with Gun Dogs

Owning a gun dog means devoting yourself to the ongoing training and immaculate care of a working dog. While this may seem like an...
Top 10 Unique Books About Dogs That All Dog Owners Must Read

10 Unique Books About Dogs That All Dog Owners Must Read

If you're like me, you like learning as much as you can about your canine companion and how best to care for her. Reading...
Best Audiobooks for Dog Owners

7 Best Audiobooks for Dog Owners and Dog Lovers

Each of these audiobooks for dog owners and lovers tells a compelling and heartwarming story about the human relationship with a dog. If you’re...
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.
Post Attack How I Keep My Dog Safe On Walks

How to Keep Your Dogs Safe on Daily Walks

There’s nothing like the fear that stabs your heart when you see your dog get attacked by two other dogs that are three times...
Top Hunting Dog Supplies That'll Make You A Better Hunter

30 Hunting Dog Supplies That’ll Make You A Better Hunter

Ah, hunting. The grand old pastime. It’s not for everyone, of course, but for those pet owners with gun dogs who enjoy this adventure,...
How to Tell What Breed Is My Dog

What Breed Is My Dog? Here are 4 Easy Ways to Find Out

A year ago, I got my mixed-breed dog Lily. She was only given by a family friend, who said she was a purebred Golden...

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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...