DOG CARE
TIPS AND GUIDES TO KEEP YOUR DOG'S TAIL WAGGING
The foundation of your dog’s health, behavior, and happiness depends on how you care for them.
The truth is, you can never know too much about dog care.
From everyday dog care essentials to explanations of funny dog behaviors, we have all the tips and guides to keep your dogs happy and healthy!
RECENT POSTS
Yuna’s 5th Birthday! The Middle Age, and How Old Is Considered Old For A Dog?
Yuna, my yellow Lab rescue and star of this website, recently turned five. Is that a big number for a dog? Let’s find out, and what to expect in your dog’s middle age years and beyond.
How To Control Dog Shedding – Tips For Your Dog & Around The House
I wish there was a way for me to just snap my fingers and magically make all the dog hair disappear from my apartment. These tips are the next best thing!
Why Do Dogs Roll In Poop? (And Should You Stop Them?)
I still remember the first time Yuna decided to roll around in poop. I was appalled and upset. It hadn’t been long since her last bath after all! But that got me thinking, why do dogs roll in poop?
Hiking With A Dog: What To Bring And General Tips (In Summer + Winter)
While Yuna and I aren’t hiking pros just yet, we decided to create this comprehensive article for all our tips on casual hiking with a dog. In this article, we’ll share a complete packing list, and tips before and after your hike!
EVERYDAY DOG CARE
The ESSENTIAL dog care tips.
4 Easy Dog Food Recipes ANYONE Can Make! (+Bonus Steak Recipe)
If you feed kibble or wet food to your dog, there are some really easy ways to enhance their diet and make it more healthy and tasty. You don’t have to be a master chef! Here are four easy recipes anyone (yes, literally anyone!) can make. Bonus steak recipe included!
How Much Exercise Does A Dog Need?
One estimate by vets in 2016 claimed that nearly 27 out of every 50 dogs were overweight in the US (1). This came out to around 42 million dogs. These are alarming figures. If more than half of all dogs in the US are considered overweight, we have failed our canine companions… the answer is exercise! But how much?
DOG HEALTH TIPS
Addressing some of the most common dog health issues & concerns.
Telltale Signs of Arthritis in Dogs
Because of just how prevalent arthritis is, this is a very valuable skill you can develop as a dog owner. Diagnosing arthritis early can help your pet live longer.
How To Deal With A Dog Ear Yeast Infection
Yeast infections in your dog’s ear are never fun. Luckily, you (yes you!) have the power to significantly reduce your dog’s risk of ear infections.
BEFORE GETTING A DOG...
The things I wish I knew before Yuna came home!
New Puppy Checklist – COMPLETE New Dog Shopping List!
Expecting a new puppy soon? Congratulations on your decision–a dog will bring you years of fun and companionship. Whether this is your first dog or your fifth, you’re stoked for this new adventure. Before all that though, there’s one huge thing on your to-do list: you’re going to need to take a shopping trip first.
Should I Get a Dog? FULL List of Questions To Ask Yourself
Thinking about becoming a dog owner? There’s more to it than you might expect. Get ready for the top ten questions you must ask yourself before committing to your new dog.
MISC. DOG FACTS
Let's explain all those quirky doggy behaviors.
Why Do Dogs Eat Grass? (According To Published Studies)
Is your dog chomping away at grass again? And, God forbid, do they barf it all back on your carpet floor? Let’s solve this age old grass eating mystery by looking at related scientific studies.
Why Do Dogs Chase Squirrels?
Sometimes, a squirrel in a tree can be so distracting to some dogs that forget everything around them. They won’t pay attention even if you’re enticing them with the juiciest piece of steak. Have you ever wondered why your dog loves chasing squirrels?