Category: Dogs
Valentine’s Day Gift Guide
We’ve gathered together a selection of tasty treats and fun toys for your special canine co-pilot this Valentine’s Day. Show your pup some extra love this year with a Valentine surprise! Bocce’s Valentine’s Day Treats $6.50 (6 oz.) Bocce’s take on a Valentine’s Day treat can’t be beat. These small batch treats feature Bocce’s fabulous “B” shape and have a soft feel which is perfect for dogs with sensitive mouths like mine. Their Red Velvet
Meet Sampson
Sampson loves scratches, treats, toys, and hiking. Dog’s name and age: Sampson, 11 years Nicknames: Sambo, Sampy Adoption Story: Sampson was given to his person by his landlord. They fell in love the first time we met. Scratches, treats, toys and hiking are his favorite things. He loves everyone he meets, even cats! Tags: smiling dogs Read more… The Bark
11 Amazing Facts About Dogs You Might Not Know
Celebrate your dog with these incredible dog facts. We never get tired of learning new facts about dogs so check out these 11 incredible dog facts that you might not know. Plus we’ve pulled together facts about the people (like you!) who care for them. 1. Sniff Rate. A dog breathes in and out around 15 times per minute when sitting calmly. That frequency goes up to 31 times per minute while walking. But when a dog is actively
Stuck at Home with Your Dog: Try These 7 Activities
Are you looking for ways to tire out your favorite pup and keep him from getting bored while stuck at home this winter? Me too! Under normal circumstances, traveling with my dogs is my favorite way to spend a weekend, especially when we can hike new trails, drive back roads, and visit dog-friendly restaurant patios. With travel on hold and remote work keeping us tethered to a home office, I’ve been seeking ways to keep
Tips and Etiquette for Vacationing with Dogs
Stay safe and courteous when sharing your next trip with your pup. Earlier this week I wrote about planning a trip with your pets. This article will cover tips and etiquette for vacationing with your dogs. Car Rides Remember to take enough breaks to let your dogs stretch their legs and potty. Have snacks and water handy so your pups don’t get hungry or dehydrated. Be careful when leaving your dogs in the car when
The Joys Of Loving An Elderly Dog
As a dog ages, several changes may occur besides a greying muzzle. Senior dogs have more health concerns than younger dogs, but they can still make playful, loving companions. Harmony Peraza, a veterinary technician and the study subject manager for the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences’ Dog Aging Project, discusses the most common health conditions that may arise in a senior dog. While there is some variation among breeds, a dog
Bark Likes This: Dremel Pet Nail Grooming Kit
It might sound scary, but you really can cut your dog’s nails at home—and the cordless Dremel makes it easy. For dogs with light-colored nails, nail trimming using a standard clipper has been a relatively straightforward (though sometimes worrisome) process. But it’s a whole different ball game for dogs with dark-colored nails because it can be challenging to get it right. With the lightweight Dremel, you never have to worry about accidental over trims because