Dog Care 101

Here are lots of interesting facts about the Portuguese water dog. Despite having a few health issues, the Portuguese water dog is an excellent dog for families, apartment dwellers, and those with allergies. Did you know that President Barack Obama chose a Portuguese water dog for his family... and the White House?

Dogs can have allergies just like a person can. In fact, many dogs have many of the exact same allergies as people do. Here's what to look for and how to treat dog food allergies, dog skin allergies, dog flea allergies, and dog inhalant allergies.

We got a new German Shepherd/Labrador Retriever puppy. Here are some of the things we considered that might also help you when naming your dog...

Rawhide bones and dog chews are made from the skin of cows. Rawhide is an inexpensive treat for dogs, and many people keep a stock of these on hand for their pets. However, controversy has been brewing over the safety of these rawhide treats for dogs.

Our dogs lend us an ear, protect us from harm, and are loyal companions that love us unconditionally. Be sure to give your canine companion a gift that he'll enjoy. Here are some unique ideas to get you started...

These are the best homemade dog treats, and fun ideas for making dog recipes at home. These dog treat recipes are healthy AND tasty - dogs love 'em!

Here are the symptoms and treatments for kennel cough -- what to look for, how to prevent it, and how to treat it.

It's up to you to keep your dog safe when Christmas decorations come out of storage, Christmas trees are put up, and and extra food is set out. Dogs love to explore, and all of these things can be a danger to your dog. Some can cause severe illness and may even be fatal to your dog. Here's what you need to know.

It can be difficult to train an older dog not to pee or poop in the house. 5 important things to consider when housebreaking an adult dog (including how to housebreak a dog when you're busy and away from home a lot).

In addition to the time required to train and care for a new puppy and the financial obligations required throughout the dog's life, there are dozens of reasons that a Christmas puppy shouldn't be given as a gift on Christmas Day. BUT... here's how you can still give a Christmas puppy as a holiday gift!

My dog ate river stones and 2 of them got stuck in his intestines! He survived the operation, and my wallet survived the $1000 bill. Here's what you should do if you think your dog ate some rocks, stones, or pebbles.

Hosting a dog birthday party is not only a great way to have some fun, but it's also a great way to help socialize your dog. It's also a great reason to get together with friends and family that are also dog lovers. Here are tips for planning a dog birthday party.