Often, when a dog is having a hard time with car rides it is an issue from the dog's past. Somewhere the dog decided that car rides are bad, or even that cars altogether are bad things! Here are the steps for getting your dog comfortable with car rides...
Yes, dog sunscreen is a must -- because dogs get sunburns too! Also important: dog sunsuits, limiting your dog's time out in the sun, how short you cut your dog's fur, and doggie eyewear like goggles: Doggles.
A well-socialized dog will be much more relaxed in the world and less likely to have unwanted behaviors. Socializing your dog -- as a puppy -- is definitely a win-win for both you and your dog!
It's important to keep your dog's health and safety high in the forefront, so summertime will be a fun time, rather than a tragic time for your dog. Following are some things to watch out for this summer, in order to make sure that your dog is around to enjoy many long hot summers for years to come.
Here are a couple of fun ways that you and your dog can combat cabin fever together -- from recreational sled dog events to professional sled dog racing and skijoring where your dog pulls you through the snow on skis.
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.
Dog owners and pet lovers are certainly not immune from the Ugly Sweater phenomenon! Have a holiday party coming up? You may -- or may not -- want to wear one of these...
Lately, I've been seeing so many people riding around with their dogs in the car. Some have the windows completely down. Others have the windows partially rolled up, hoping to keep their dog from jumping out. I'm here to tell you: A dog can fall out of a window that is half-way or even most of the way rolled up!
Does a dog have to wear a lifevest when on board a boat? Everyone knows that people have to wear lifejackets on boats, but do dogs? Here's what you need to know about dogs and life vests.
If you like dogs and boats, then you'll like this new commercial from Discover Boating, followed by some great photos of dogs on boats...
