We all hope to avoid a dog attack, but it’s best to be prepared in case of an emergency. Knowing how to handle the situation is critical to being able to stay safe. We’ve put together a collection of items that can fend off an aggressive dog, as well as compiled the best information on … Read more
Getting a Rottweiler puppy is such an exciting thing and as responsible owners, we would like to care for our Rotties the best we can. You probably already know that Rottweilers are among the breeds with a predisposition for hip dysplasia. So when I got my first Rottweiler puppy, I was so worried about my … Read more
No matter how it starts, a dog fight is a scary occurrence. Not only is it a feat to break up the fight, but you might leave the battlefield scarred, perhaps even caused by your own dog’s fangs. While we all hope that we don’t have to deal with a dog fight during our dog’s … Read more
Howling is a common trait within the Siberian Husky breed, but there are a variety of reasons why each individual husky may howl. Sometimes, howling may be due to anxiety, or it can be a way to express happiness. Other times, it may seem like your Husky is howling simply because they can. In this … Read more
The Dachshund also called Doxen or Doxing Dog is a German hunting dog and is famous for its short legs and long body. Their popularity gained a surge during WWII as they became a national icon in Germany. But also the United States quickly became fond of the cute and unique-looking sausage dog. They even … Read more
Veterinary reviewed by Nicole Wanner, DVM.
A difficult but unfortunate reality of owning a dog is that our dogs aren’t likely to outlive us. At some point, almost all dog owners will be faced with the death of their dog. Knowing about a dog’s behavior before death, as well as what to expect throughout the process, can help ease the transition. … Read more
Does the German Shepherd Husky Mix or Shepsky have the potential to be your next dog? The thought behind crossing these breeds may spring from good intentions, but I’ll dive deeper into the pros and cons of such a mix. As the name suggests, the German Shepherd originates from Germany and is a breed that … Read more
Listen up pug lovers, we’ve created this comprehensive list to help you find your wrinkly companion. We’ve compiled each and every pug rescue in the USA with the following information: Keep in mind to always vet any potential rescue yourself which includes many things, all of which are listed in my article on how to … Read more
If you’ve ever thought about getting a German Shepherd, it’s likely that you’ve been confronted with the straight back German Shepherd vs. sloped back German Shepherd debate. We’ll cover the back type of the original breed standard as well as why breeders decided to steer the breed in another direction and whether or not that … Read more
We’ve compiled a list of the top 15 dog backpacks – the kind for humans to wear and carry their dogs – so you can enjoy hiking, traveling, walking, camping, or biking with your pup, no matter their physical ability to keep up with you. If you want to bring your dog on more adventures … Read more