Dog Lifestyle

Location. Location. Location. Or, perhaps, environment, environment, environment. That’s one of the keys to making your cat(s) truly happy, as author Zazie Todd, PhD, told me in an interview we did last week about her excellent new book Purr: The Science of Making Your Cat Happy. In a way, it’s simple: Understand cats, and act

Last week I savored your responses to my Giving Thanks post. No matter how big or how small, it’s good for us, and those around us, to let gratitude soothe our souls. Today, I’m focusing on giving thanks through the “Giving” part. It’s Giving Tuesday, and although, like me, you mighty be feeling a tad

Stress? Why would I be talking about that now? Aren’t the holidays nothing but joy and cheer and hot chocolate with beloved Uncle Bob? But you know why . . .  Maybe you had to take three planes to visit Bob, or drive through fog for eight hours, or Uncle Bob is a . .

Cartoon stinging insects, since I don’t want to trigger any phobias. See the link immediately below for photo of Polistes exclamans, the common paper wasp species that was living on my porch. Photo of Polistes exclamans in nest This was the cabinet on the day that I found out there was a wasp nest under

Lewis and Clara in 2022 There are a lot more important things happening in the world right now, but I’m going to hoist a little flag as the 10th anniversary of my blog flies by. I published my first post on July 21, 2012. I love writing this blog. It is my dessert after other

I don’t think this post is going to win a popularity contest, but here goes anyway. I can’t get it off my mind. Trainers regularly work hard to teach people alternatives to endlessly saying “No!” to their dogs. Even those of us who know the pitfalls of the habit lapse into it from time to

I love training recall. When my dogs come to me, I love making it worth their while. I love being generous with treats, toys, and fun. It’s hard to stage a surprise recall with Lewis. Whenever he is lingering in the yard and I get the bright idea to go get a high-value treat and

This post may contain affiliate links. We may earn money or products from the companies mentioned in this post. Your dog constantly barks at people while on your walks. And you wonder why. The barking seems to come out of the blue. But there are underlying reasons. Don’t despair! In this article, I’ll explain why

This post may contain affiliate links. We may earn money or products from the companies mentioned in this post. You’re sitting on your couch watching TV after a long day at work. Your sweet puppy is sleeping next to you.  Everything’s peaceful and serene like a picture postcard. All of a sudden, he takes off

This post may contain affiliate links. We may earn money or products from the companies mentioned in this post. You’re trying to get your puppy Max to potty in your yard. But he pees only on your walk.  You want to discover why he has this habit–and change it. Sometimes you don’t have time to

This post may contain affiliate links. We may earn money or products from the companies mentioned in this post. There are many popular films about dogs, but one in particular really strikes a tender cord in any dog lover’s heart: Hachi: A Dog’s Tale. After watching the 2009 drama film, many viewers have wondered: what

This post may contain affiliate links. We may earn money or products from the companies mentioned in this post. The Australian shepherd poodle mix has many common names, such as the Aussiepoo, Aussiedoodle, and Aussiepoodle, but Aussiedoodle is my favorite! Regardless of what you prefer to call it, this unique breed is a mix of

Deciding when the right time to buy your dog a wheelchair is a difficult decision for any pet parent. Buying your dog a wheelchair gives your best friend a chance to walk again, lessen their pain, and improve their quality of life. A dog wheelchair supports pets and assists a dog while walking. While in

Attaching a Front Harness to a Rear Dog Wheelchair It’s very simple to attach your dog’s front harness to their rear Walkin’ Wheels dog wheelchair. Each Walkin’ Wheels comes with a standard Front Harness.  When you receive your wheelchair, you’ll see a harness with three different colored straps: red, blue, and black. The three webbing

Gravity has one wish this Christmas, to find a home for the holidays. Do you know someone who can help grant his wish? Gravity has spent the last two years in foster care waiting to find his new family, with little-to-no interest from potential adopters. Gravity’s Story Gravity was discovered injured in a Tennessee yard.

Service dogs have become a real salvation for humans with inabilities who do not want to be a burden to their relatives. These four-legged helpers can help their owners with routine chores and more complex assignments, making them indispensable for their keepers. As the public’s awareness of service animals grows, so does their demand. Many

We expect our senior dogs to slow down as they age, but it can also mean that our dog may be struggling with changing mobility. There are five common causes of Rottweiler mobility problems, hip dysplasia, elbow dysplasia, CCL tears, IVDD, and heart problems. Dysplasia in Rottweilers As a large breed dog, the Rottweiler is

To keep the lights on, we receive affiliate commissions via some of our links. Our review process. Analyzing blood work is recommended by vets at annual exams, and it’s also used to help diagnose health conditions. So if your dog is experiencing symptoms or displaying abnormal behaviors, your vet may request blood work for further