Mother’s Day is May 9th this year… 2021. Celebrate your special mom by showering her with love and one of these amazing, hand-picked dogs mom gifts. Have fun with it this, you know she
Continue readingThe change of seasons is my favorite part of living in the Midwest. Summer and fall are my favorite seasons… I can leave Winter in its tracks… and although Spring beautiful, it’s so unpredictable
Continue readingOur dog’s love and loyalty are priceless… I mean you just can’t buy the unconditional love your dog gives you. But the reality is that your monthly budget needs to include certain products to
Continue readingIf you dream of living on a tropical island, the Caribbean or maybe a Hawaiian beach, why not use that love of the beach as your dog’s name. If I close my eyes, I can imagine the bright blue
Continue readingWhat’s a good name for a white dog? A name that fits your dog’s personality! Just because your dog has white fur shouldn’t be the only deciding factor, but we have 158 names that mean white in one
Continue readingYou just cut your dog’s nail too short, it started bleeding, now what? Can I tell you a secret? I hate cutting my dog’s nails. The fear of hitting the quick of their nail is constant.
Continue readingOur dog, Thunder, is driving me crazy with his marking inside the house. As soon as he hit 6 months old, he started lifting his leg on everything, inside and outside. And just as I was ready to give him
Continue readingA dog ramp is a great way to keep your dog from getting injured jumping in and out of your SUV or truck. Our three large dogs go with us everywhere. Trips to dog agility classes, outings to the
Continue readingApril is National Pet First Aid Awareness Month. Being prepared in case of an emergency will give you comfort knowing you are ready for anything that comes your way. Depending on your needs you may
Continue readingShelters, rescues, and humane societies need to charge adoption fees to cover their costs for caring for the dogs while they are there. Many dogs come in sick, injured, or with behavior issues
Continue readingI think we can all agree that dogs are spiritual beings. The connection we have with our dogs are magical to say the least. In many ancient cultures there is a greater meaning of a
Continue readingThere are many reasons you may want to find dog names after alcohol… maybe you have a favorite drink, bartend, or own a brewery. Or simply enjoy a glass of wine or bottle of craft beer at the end of
Continue readingAre you planning on a Christmas puppy, maybe you want to find a suitable dog name to remember this magical time of year? Christmas is two weeks away as I am writing down all these name ideas, I just
Continue readingThere is nothing like curling up on the couch with your dog and enjoying a movie or tv show about a dog. When Lion King first came out it was my favorite movie, yes, even as an adult! Our first dog
Continue readingIf you are asking, “how do I protect my dog’s paws in the winter?”, you are in the right place. Living in Wisconsin, our winters are brutal… so I am very aware of how the snow,
Continue readingIt doesn’t matter if you live in the country or city, you may consider a country-inspired name for your puppy or dog. And if you live on a farm, then your farm dog deserves a hard-working
Continue readingAs a fellow dog lover, my favorite gifts are always dogs related. The most unique gifts I’ve received are personalized with my dogs’ breed or name has an image of a dog. My daughter has the adorable
Continue readingBorder collies are best known for their hard-working ethics and herding instincts. Watch any agility competition and you are guaranteed to see it being dominated by border collies! The standard black
Continue readingThanksgiving is a time to feast and be thankful for everything we are blessed with… from family to health, to our pets. Our dogs are a big part of our family and are always a part of our celebration. Whether
Continue readingIf your dog is anything like ours, as soon as food drops on the floor, they come and gobble it right up. So, what happens if you are carving your pumpkins and you drop some pieces on the ground? Can
Continue readingDon’t settle for a boring Christmas stocking for your dog this year. Spoil him with these adorable ideas that he or she will go crazy over on Christmas morning. All of these one of a kind stockings
Continue readingAll good things must come to an end. Amazon Prime Day may be over, but don’t worry, Black Friday is not too far away! If you don’t know what Amazon Prime Day is, it’s basically Black Friday
Continue readingCongrats! You are finally in a place that you think you are ready to adopt a dog. You found an apartment that accepts dogs, or maybe you just bought your first home and can’t wait to add a dog to the
Continue readingWe have the best gift ideas for your animal lover! My daughter has been a dog lover ever since she was old enough to talk! Every year for her birthday and Christmas I search out the best
Continue readingIf you ever take your dog for a walk, then learning these 5 dog walking rules are critical. We know walking your dog every day is such an important part of being a good dog owner. It not only gives
Continue readingIf you love food and want to combine you love of your favorite food with your love with dogs, we’ve got you covered. Divided by food theme or category, I’m certain you are going to find the
Continue readingHey sport fans, what is your favorite sport? If you are a super fan, then naming your dog after your favorite team only makes sense, right? When we adopted our lab, his name was Vincent Lombardi. If
Continue readingNaming your dog using a patriotic theme is a fun way to show how devoted you are to your country. With a patriotic dog name, everyone will know how much you love your country. Our patriotic dog name
Continue readingA good hunting dog deserves a great name. A name that has true meaning of his heritage, his destiny to become a great hunter. Choose your new hunting dog’s name carefully. Take your time and see what
Continue readingAre you an outdoor enthusiast wanting a meaningful name for your new puppy or dog? Or maybe you are living the dream out in the country. Or maybe you just love hiking and trails. Naming a dog should come
Continue readingWhat is Remember Me Thursday® and why does it matter? Remember Me Thursday aims to unite individuals and pet adoption organizations around the world to be an unstoppable, integrated voice for orphan
Continue readingIf you adopted an older dog with dewclaws still attached should you have them removed or leave them? Find out what our veterinarians have to say… A dog’s dewclaw removal is usually performed
Continue readingFinding the best dog ear cleaner for a happy, healthy dog can feel overwhelming with all the choices. So many different brands and ingredients, liquid or wipes? Maintaining the health of your dog’s
Continue readingFor you cat people out there… adopting a dog when you have a cat in your home already can be intimidating. You are worried they won’t get along or worse, the new dog will attack your cat! Don’t
Continue readingAdopting a shelter dog can be the most rewarding experience. Nothing like the love a dog that you have rescued from a life of uncertainty. The dog adoption process can be confusing, scary and even
Continue readingA temperament test evaluates a dog’s behavior in a range of situations to understand if he will be easy going, independent, fearful or maybe too dominate to be in a multi-dog household. This is why
Continue readingIs your dog afraid of fireworks? Does he run and hide, shake uncontrollably when he hears the loud boom? Dogs get confused and scared when they hear the loud noises of fireworks. Many times dogs will
Continue readingYou want a dog but your parents won’t let you. Puppies are adorable. Dogs are loyal and can be the greatest friend you will ever have in life. So how do you convince your parents to get a dog? Simple.
Continue readingIf you walk into a shelter or browse Petfinder looking to adopt a dog, you may notice an overwhelming amount of black dogs. Why? It’s called Black Dog Syndrome. Our foster dog, Prada According
Continue readingPredictability is the biggest reason to buy a dog from a reputable responsible breeder. Knowing what to expect from that tiny little puppy as he grows into an adult dog is important in some scenarios. Don’t
Continue readingSo you want to make homemade dog shampoo. Whether you just want to avoid all the chemicals found in store-bought dog shampoos or just enjoy making your own, I have several different DIY dog
Continue readingAre you curious about how to talk to your dog? Have you ever found yourself talking with your dog, telling him how your day went? Or asking what he thinks about your new outfit? You aren’t
Continue readingThere has been some recent controversy about coconut oil and dogs. When I first researched this in 2017, my immediate answer is YES, coconut oil is good for dogs. Updated May 2020 Coconut oil is
Continue readingAccidents happen. The best chance you have to get dog pee smell out of carpet is to act quickly. But don’t panic if you just noticed it after coming home from working all day. There
Continue readingWith so many products on the market, it’s hard to choose which is best flea and tick prevention for dogs. Should you choose and over-the-counter option like Advantix II, or get a prescription
Continue readingWe started fostering dogs in 2014 because I wanted a way to help save dogs from being euthanized. I also wanted a way to teach my daughter about different dog breeds, personalities, and challenges before
Continue readingIs your dog wondering why you are home so much? I’m normally home all day with the dogs anyway, but now my husband and daughter are home too. So Ginger and Bear are missing their quiet days, as
Continue readingI realized I wanted to start fostering dogs after adopting our dog JJ. He was our first experience with a foster-based rescue and it had a huge impact me. Fostering was a great way for my dog-obsessed
Continue readingAt the end of the day, my family plops down on the couch to relax, watch some tv and catch up on our day… our dogs included! More often than not, we watch our dog, Bear, twitching in his sleep.
Continue readingFinding the Best Dog Crate for Your Dog With so many options available for dog crates, it’s hard to decide which is the best for you and your dog. From wire crates, plastic crates, soft-sided
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