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Tips for Safely Road-Tripping With Your Dog this Summer

Summer vacations are some of the best parts about summer. It’s a time when you can get away, relax, and plan some adventures. Not only is a getaway great for you and the family, it can also be really beneficial for your dog as well. New experiences, smells, and introductions can offer enrichment and socialization that […]

Why Do Dogs Like Us So Much? [An Inside Look]

What is it about people and dogs? There’s no other animal we’ve integrated with so well on such a large scale. Not even cats. We live with cats, but cats just tolerate us. For cats, people are usually just a source of food and a scratch. Dogs, on the other hand, light up when we walk […]

How dogs help the homeless live a better life

How Dogs Help People Experiencing Homelessness

As you walk down the street, you may ignore the people without homes sitting against the buildings. When one of them has a dog, though, you likely take notice; you may even offer them some food or money. It’s common for people to wonder how they can care for a pet when they can’t care […]

Seven Dog Diseases That Can Affect Human Health

Dogs help humans to reduce effects brought about by day-to-day stressing activities. While playing with your dog, you experience an increased level of the stress-reducing hormone called Oxytocin and a decreases production of the stress hormone known as Cortisol. These hormonal changes help relieve the anxious feeling making you feel more relaxed and affect your […]

Why Dogs Greatly Benefit Those With Autism

It’s no secret that dogs can improve the lives of people living with various conditions, from PTSD to physical health problems. Since WWII, animal-assisted therapy has proven effective in helping those with disabilities to have a better quality of life.And as healthcare professionals learn more about autism spectrum disorder (ASD), we gain a greater understanding […]

How to Improve the Safety of Your Home for Your Pup

Before having a baby, many families baby-proof their home to ensure it is safe for a small, crawling human. However, many pet owners don’t have the same thought when they bring home a new dog. Whether you’re getting a new pup, going on vacation, or simply spending less time at home than usual, it’s a […]

How dogs help with work and life balance

How Your Dog Can Help You Maintain a Healthy Work-Life Balance

Work-life balance is a difficult thing for many people to obtain. It’s the process of being productive at work while also allowing yourself time to separate from work. From taking a week or two off to small daily breaks, taking some personal time now and again is essential. Though it used to be seen as beneficial […]

How dogs are helping veterans returning home

How Dogs Help Veterans Returning From the Military

Returning from the military can be hard on any veteran, regardless of their combat experience. It’s not just veterans who were wounded or witnessed traumatic events as a soldier who struggles. Any person coming out of the military may find it difficult to adjust back to civilian life. However, those who were physically or emotionally impacted […]

How dogs can help kids with special needs

How Dogs Help Children With Special Needs

Almost every kid dreams of having a dog. However, for children with special needs, having a trained therapy or service dog might be the best way for them to reach their potential. There are about 500,000 service dogs in the United States that help people each day.These dogs go into schools, hospitals, and businesses with […]

Five Spring Cleaning Tips For Households With Dogs

5 Spring Cleaning Hacks for Households With Dogs

Having a dog is a way of life. But while you may have been looking for love and companionship, the extra mess that dogs of all shapes and sizes can bring along with them is hardly a bonus. Here are some tips and cleaning hacks to help get your dog-shared spaces up to snuff as we […]

How to Balance Taking Care of Your Newborn and Dog Responsibly

For dog owners who don’t have kids, it’s easy to shower your pooch with attention. Their sweet, happy little faces and wiggly tails demand a belly rub that’s easy to provide. The extra money means more visits to the dog groomer, fancy dog treats, and personalized dishes. Extra time means more walks, frisbee tosses, and […]

Tips for including dog on your wedding day

What You Need to Know When Including Your Dog on Your Wedding Day

Many of us love our four-legged family members as much as we love our human family members — maybe even more than some human family members, let’s be honest. For this reason, it makes sense that we’d want to include them in the most magical day of our lives.However, there are plenty of things to […]

7 Dog Breeds that Can Purr-fectly Coexist With Cats

We’re all under the assumption that dogs and cats can’t get along. Perhaps that’s the reason why the majority of us opt to either just have a dog household or a cat household, but never both.Contrary to this belief, not all dogs are born to be your cat’s mortal enemy. In fact, there are far […]

7 Unique Ways to Celebrate Your Dog in Style

Calling all dog lovers! If you’re an avid adherent to the belief that canines are man’s best friend, if the experience of your dog slobbering all over your face warms your heart, if you love to spoil your pooch every chance you get, this post is for you. Whether it’s their birthday, a holiday, or […]

Why Dogs Are Good for Your Health

If you’ve ever owned a dog, chances are you’re already very familiar with some of the benefits their presence can bring to your life.They’ll wag their tail so hard when you get home that their whole body will wiggle. They’ll encourage you to get up and take a walk. They happily snuggle you when you’re […]

5 Easy Tips to Pup-Proof Your Home

Whether you are getting a new pup, or are moving into a new apartment with one, you will need to take appropriate steps to pup-proof your home. If you want to be a great pet parent, you will need to make sure you leave no stone unturned, especially considering how pups can be quite curious […]

Planning a Move With Your Dog? (Here’s 11 Tips)

Moving houses is stressful at the best of times, but with a dog in tow you should plan ahead to ease them gently into their new surroundings. Taking them out of their comfort zone may result in stress and dog anxiety after moving, so you’ll need to be aware this may happen. The following tips for […]

Why Are Dog Lovers So Awesome??!

When you’ve got a dog, you’ve got a friend for life. They are the ultimate roommate, the best listener, the most honest love there is. Not only are they adorable little piles of fur to love and pet, but they are also our companions for life. If you don’t already have a dog but are considering […]

The 10 Purr-fect New Year Resolutions to Make Your Pooch Happier and Healthier

2018 has just begun, and most of us have made our New Year resolutions, but what about our furry companions? Our dogs love us unconditionally and always try to make us happy, but due to the chaos of our daily lives, we end up neglecting them at times. So let’s start the year with these ten […]

Quick and Easy Tips for Traveling with Your Dog

Traveling with your dog can be a wonderful and fun experience for both you and your fave canine friend. What can be better than bringing your best friend with you, while also saving you the hassle of finding someone to look after your precious pooch. However, it does require some planning beforehand to ensure you and […]

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