Articles for category: Car Rides With Your Dog, Fun Dog Stuff, Home & Garden

Dog Motorcycle Riding: Safe vs. Unsafe Options (Plus Our Favorite Motorcycle Gear For Dogs!)

Here are my photos of dogs riding motorcycles... at fast speeds on highways! I never thought I'd see this in person... but I did. If you're considering riding with your dog on the motorcycle, please also consider a dog motorcycle carrier of some sort, dog goggles, and a dog helmet. Or a motorcycle dog trailer -- like my friend uses when motorcycling with her two large dogs! (See pictures here.)

Some Legitimate Dog Tax Deductions You Can Actually Take!

These are actual tax deductions, as quoted by people 'in the know' who share their advice about tax write-offs, as they relate to dogs. (Including dog foster parents, dog breeders, guard dog owners, Instagram influencers, and more!) Most of us cannot deduct our dogs or any expenses associated with them on our IRS tax returns. But that doesn’t stop people from trying! Lots of funny dog write-off stories here, too.

Dogs And Fireworks: Important 4th Of July Tips For Dog Owners (Dog Ear Plugs For Fireworks, Dog Aromatherapy & More!)

Can dogs be traumatized by fireworks? YES! If your dog becomes traumatized after fireworks, read these helpful tips. A dog's hearing is 10 times more sensitive than a human's, so the fireworks are likely to cause your dog some anxiety, stress, and fear. Here are 11 things you can do in the hours leading up to the fireworks to keep your dog from stressing out. Plus, 7 things you should do during the fireworks if you notice your dog becoming overly stressed by the loud noises and bright lights.

Fun Ways To Cure Cabin Fever When You’re Stuck Inside AND You Have Dogs (25 Useful Things I Do With My Dogs When We’re Stuck At Home)

When I'm stuck at home with my dog, I like to dig deep and find new ways to get organized & save money! I'm always on the hunt to find new ways to save money on stuff for the dog (dog treats, dog food, dog toys, dog beds, dog grooming items, etc). And I'm also looking for clever ways to re-organize all of the dog's gear and supplies (like I way I organized all of the dog treats and dog food in our house). Today I'm going to share with you some fun ways to do BOTH of those things while spending good quality time with your dog at the same time!

Top 5 Dog Balls: My Dogs Like Splash Bombs Best (See Why + 4 Other Dog Balls We Like!)

Some say that the best dog toy in the world is a tennis ball. Others think Kong toys are best. I have a hard time arguing against either of those, but in our house of many dogs, the best balls for dogs are clearly Splash Bombs! Followed by Zogoflex durable dog balls, Kong LARGE tennis balls, the Wicked Ball, and the Omega Tricky Treat Ball. See why these are our top 5 picks for best dog balls!