The Perfect Family Dog Is Waiting For You in Detroit

Have you ever fallen in love with a dog at first sight? I did as soon as I saw Kenya. That great big smile, sweet face, and the most adorable underbite I've ever seen. Kenya is The Perfect Family Dog Kenya is a sweet medium sized dog available in Detroit...

Roundup #3: The Best Dog Articles of the Week

Ahhh, it's the weekend again. Time to sit back, relax, sip on some coffee and take a look at this week's best dog posts from around the web. Hope you enjoy these as much as I have. And to the dearly departed Leonard Nimoy - may you rest in peace. Live...

Dog Flipping On The Rise

The new trend dog flipping is sadly on the rise   Dog flipping refers to when a dog is stolen, bought from a shelter, or taken from someone who has found a lost dog and then turned around and sold on a service such as Craigslist. Dog theft is on...

Roundup: Our Favorite Dog Articles of the Week

You know what I love about weekends besides sleeping in? Catching up on my reading with a nice hot cup of coffee. Here's my choices for this weeks best doggie articles of the week. Hope you enjoy them as much as I did. Favorite Dog Articles of the Week...

Puppy Takes Car for a Joy Ride

Puppy Takes Car for a Joy Ride Canton, MA - 5 month old Rosie, a German Shepherd got into a bit of trouble with the police this week.  Rosie's owner John Costello was moving his car at a local park when the pup jumped in with him.  She ended...

PTSD Service Dog Clinical Research Underway

PTSD Service Dog Clinical Research Underway PTSD Service dog clinical research is underway by the Department of Veterans Affairs .   The study aims to gather research on the usefulness of service dogs for veterans suffering from Post Traumatic...

Most Destructive Dog Breeds Revealed

When you think about doggie destruction you probably picture Rottweilers or St. Bernards - dogs that are quite large and imposing. What would you say if I told you a new study has found that one of the smallest dog breeds has been found to be the most...

Dogs Motivate Owners to Exercise

Dogs Motivate Owners to Exercise This might seem obvious to many of us already - especially those of us with high drive dogs but in a recent study researchers have found that dogs really do motivate their owners to get moving. Exercise and activity for...

Do Dogs Have Their Own Poop Compass?

Does your dog take a long time doing his duty? Does he walk around for what seems like an eternity until he finds that perfect spot to squat? There happens to be a scientific explanation for your dogs pooping habits - dogs seem to have their own poop...

7 Simple Tips for Cleaning up Dog Hair

Dog hair gets everywhere; if you own one it's pretty much inevitable. If you own a few Huskies I send my deepest sympathies. With a few simple tricks and hacks I've managed to cut down on the time I spend cleaning up dog hair. A Few Preventative Measures...

Craigslist Dog Ads: Buyer Beware

Alabama Craigslist Dog Ads - Buyer Beware Craigslist is where people trade video games for a baby alligator or a pair of shoes. It's the place you go when you need to make a few extra bucks so you decide to go over to that guys house for $50 so he can...

Feeding Your Dog Less May Lead To A Longer Life

Over Half of American Pets Are Overweight An estimated 54% of American pets are overweight. It's so easy to overfeed our canine companions because they delight in nothing more than a nice treat; they'll even beg for it. What's important to realize is...

9 Tips For Walking Your Reactive Dog

If you're anything like me the simple task of taking your dog out for a walk can be quite a challenge. Over the past couple years we've made a lot of progress following these steps. Sure - it's not perfect - there's always going to be unpredictable circumstances,...

How to Increase Your Dogs Focus & Impulse Control

How attentive is your dog? Whether you realize it or not you're probably already the center of his universe. When you come home I bet you're greeted with a wagging tail, and when you get up to make dinner I'm sure he knows exactly what you're up to....

Cat saves family from fire [Story]

Dianne Busscher was woken up at 4:45 a.m. by the cries of the family cat, Oreo, coming from the garage. Busscher went down stairs to see what the fuss was about. What she saw was smoke and flames; she quickly grabbed the cat and rushed back inside to...

Managing Arthritis - I Miss Playing Frisbee With My Dog

When Laika was diagnosed with arthritis I was upset, I'm sure the term overreacting would come to my vets mind. In my mind I thought we were doomed. I envisioned having to help her up the stairs, take slow walks, and having to help lift her up onto the...

Weekly Dog Roundup: Our Favorite Articles and Videos

Weekly Dog Roundup: Our Favorite Articles, Videos and Deals Each week I'll be sharing the best dog related stuff I've found on the web. I share a lot of great dog articles each week, yet they get lost so quickly in the fast paced flood of social media....

What You Can Do to Help Feral Cats Fare Well Through Winter

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International Homeless Animals Day

International Homeless Animals Day   Since 1992 the International Society for Animal Rights (ISAR) has been holding International Homeless Animals' Day on the 3rd Saturday of August. It started with a candlelight vigil to observe the suffering of...

How to Make Your Dogs Toys Last Longer

What happens when you give your dog a new toy? If you've got a tough and determined chewer on your hands I'll bet the toy is usually destroyed within 5 minutes. Making Your Dogs Toys Last Longer I've had Laika for 3 years and if there's one thing I can...

Help Us Choose A Dog Costume

Help Us Choose A Dog Costume I love Halloween and yes I know it's not even mid August yet but picking a dog costume is something I look forward to each year. So far I haven't had much luck in years past choosing something practical that makes it out...

Jogging Can Be Harmful To Puppies

Don't Overdo it; Jogging Can Be Harmful To Puppies Jogging with your dog is an excellent way to exercise; both of you can keep fit and trim while taking in all the lovely scenery. If you have a new puppy you may be tempted to start things off with a...

Dogs Help Prevent Diabetes In Children

From helping children with autism to sniffing out and detecting cancer, new research is finding more evidence of the health benefits our dogs provide. New Study Finds Dogs Help Prevent Diabetes in Children We've known for awhile that dogs have great...

You Want A German Shepherd?

So You Want a German Shepherd? I adore Shepherds, I really do.  Having a Shepherd mix has made me realize how much I underestimated their drive and energy. I can't just come home and relax, she needs to do things. If she doesn't get enough mental...

The Simple Way to Clean Your Dogs Ears

Ear infections are the number one reason dogs go to the vet. A couple times a week give your dogs ears a quick look over to make sure everything looks - and smells normal. Cleaning Your Dogs Ears Unfortunately your dog is probably not going to be interested...

Mass Dog Vaccinations Successful at Eliminating Rabies

Canine rabies has been controlled or eliminated throughout most of the developed world, but in developing countries it remains a major public health concern killing 69,000 people a year. The First Rabies Vaccine Virtually all rabies infections were fatal...

Resource Guarding: Understaning The Behavior

Resource guarding can be an extremely dangerous behavior. If you're not comfortable trying to manage your dog don't hesitate to seek professional help. Resource Guarding: Understanding The Behavior Laika bit me the first day I had her. It didn't draw...

Nothing In Life is Free - Should Dogs Earn Affection?

Laika might have to work for a lot of things in life, but my affection isn't one of them. Do you practice the Nothing in Life is Free protocol with your dog? When I first got Laika it was recommended that we adopt that philosophy for everything . I was...

Playing Tug With Your Dog Won't Make Him Aggressive

Laika and I play tug of war nearly everyday - it's physically tiring, mentally stimulating, and just plain fun. And despite an old popular myth is does not cause aggression. Most Dogs Love Playing Tug Old school trainers really did a great job at discouraging...

Animal Pound - Go Visit One

Animal Pound - Go Visit One An animal pound - Me & my girlfriend Diana have been visiting our local pound for the past few weeks now. We do so not to look for a dog, but to spend some time with the puppies since we don't own any. It is a pretty nice...

Meet Trooper the Shepherd Mix - Adopted

Trooper has been patiently waiting for a new home over a year at the shelter. He doesn't do well with dogs or cats so it's been hard to find him a new family without any pets. Please help spread the word about this deserving guy and let's find him that...

Meet Max the Adoptable Doberman & Recent Happy Tails

I've always admired the loyalty and beauty of Dobermans. Max is such a great guy; he's gentle, sweet, and eager to please. When his owners fell on some hard times they were unable to care for him so he ended up at the Home Fur Ever rescue in Detroit....

The Ultimate Guide to Getting Rid Of Fleas for Good

"Does my dog have fleas?" is one of the most dreaded questions pet owner can ask themselves. I get itchy just thinking about it. When my dog got fleas I panicked. After 20 years of owning pets I'd never had to deal with them before. I went to the store,...

9 Important Reasons You Should Adopt a Rescue Dog

Not all dogs are right for every home. And not all potential dog owners would be willing to put in all the effort needed to keep a Border Collie happy. This isn't just about saving rescue animals (which of course is awesome), it's about making the right...

Interesting Facts About Cats

The cat can absorb up to 60 kHz frequency sound when the dogs are available to only 40 KHz , and the people - 20 . Cats 14 times better smell sense than people can . Cat's life each year in line with human life 7 year . For example , if your cat is 12...

The Dominance Myth

  When people want to study cats, they look at cats, when they want to study horses, they look at horses but for some reason when people want to study dogs they look at wolves – Dr. Sophia Yin (I can't recall the exact animals she used in...

Helping Your New Dog Settle

Bringing home a new pet is an exciting and stressful time for everyone involved. Dealing with the stress correctly with help us build a stronger and better relationship from the get go and prevent future problems. As the owner of a multi-pet household,...

BioPel Natural Flea and Tick Spray

Featured Image BioPel Tick and flea control essential when taking care of one's pets. BioPel Natural Flea and Tick Spray have safe ingredients to people and pets that prevent fleas, ticks and other insects. Its special formula unharmed for dogs and cats...

More Dog Foods Pulled in Salmonella Recall

By | Posted: May 11, 2012, 3 p.m. EDT EDITORS' NOTE: On May 11, Natural Balance reported that it had provided the incorrect "best by" date for one of its recalled Sweet Potato & Venison dog foods. The correct "best by" date for the 5 LB Natural Balance...

Coping With a Dog Who Sheds

By Kathy Salzberg, NCMG Q. I have a Pug who sheds really badly. Is there something I can do to limit or stop the shedding? I comb him, but it doesn't help much. A. Pugs are among the most endearing of small dog breeds . One look at their tragic-comic...

Volunteering at a Shelter....What to expect

As if I wasn't busy enough already, I've recently been considering volunteering at local animal shelters during the little free time I have. Naturally I want to help these animals and since I cannot go around adopting all of them I realized the...

Why Do Dogs Love to Lay In The Sun?

Free Dog Microchipping Event

Another FREE dog microchipping day will take place on Saturday. Crawley Borough Council, supported by the Dogs Trust , has already made sure many of the town's furry four-legged friends can be returned home more easily thanks to the free service. The...

23 Reasons Mr. Norman Is The Most Flawless Dog On Instagram

You need @mr_norman_the_bulldog in your life. 1. He has the most adorable face in the world. instagram.com 2. When it comes to cooling off, he knows how to do it right. instagram.com 3. Mr. Norman is dapper at all times… instagram.com 4. …even when he's...

Rabies booster defends pets with out-of-date vaccination against the disease

A new study by Kansas State University veterinary diagnosticians finds that pets with out-of-date rabies vaccinations are very unlikely to develop the fatal disease if given a rabies booster immediately after exposure to the virus. The finding gives...