Anyone who owns a dog or has owned a dog in the past most likely knows that dogs have feelings and emotions, and lots of them! In the past, researchers and scientists have argued that dogs really only react to certain situations; they don’t actually have emotions like humans do. Descartes and Malebranche, well known 17th-century [...]
Is your dog difficult to brush? Does she fight to get away as soon as you start running a comb through her hair? For many dog owners, grooming time can be a nightmare. Maybe you’ve given up and just decided to let your dog’s hair do what it will. Our advice? Don't give up! There are [...]
Whether you live close to others, like in an apartment, or you just want to find a dog that doesn’t bark incessantly, you’ve come to the right place. Here’s a compilation of over 10 of the quietest dog breeds. Whippet These dogs love to hunt. They’re independent and fast but also very gentle and friendly, [...]
We've all experienced the difficulties of trying to get the pefect shot of our dogs. It's not always easy! Does your dog seem to look straight at you right up until you pull out your camera or phone and then look away? Maybe you simply can't get your dog to hold still long enough to [...]
Autumn is officially here! Along with all the fun—Halloween, candy, pumpkin patches, and hot apple cider—also comes several threats to our dogs. Here are several potential hazards to watch for and things to keep in mind this autumn. Tips for Keeping Your Dog Safe this Fall 1. Keep your dog warm. If your dog [...]
Have you ever noticed that some owners look like their dogs? Other dogs tend to share some of the same personality traits as their owners. It’s just a coincidence, though, right? Maybe not… Familiarity According to a study done by Dr. Stanley Coren, contributing author for Psychology Today, people favor things that are familiar to [...]
Have you heard of people owning wolves or wolfdogs as pets? Maybe you've even considered getting one yourself. Owning a wolf may sound like an adventure, but do wolves really make good pets? Before you run off in search of a wolf pup, it’s very important to know ahead of time what you’re getting yourself [...]
Have you ever heard someone say, “if your dog’s nose is dry, that means he's sick or unhealthy”? Many people believe this to be true, but is it? Today we’re going to dig into what the experts have to say on this subject. Why do dogs typically have wet noses? Dogs have moist noses [...]
Have you heard the term wolfdog or wolf hybrid before? How about coydog or dog/coyote cross? Perhaps you've wondered what the differences are among dogs, wolves, and coyotes. Today, we're going to break down what each of these animals are and where they came from. Dogs Every dog is a descendant of wolves. Domestication has taken [...]
In the last blog post, we talked about what you should consider before adopting a retired racing greyhound, posing the following questions to potential owners: Why do you want a retired racing greyhound? What is your current family dynamic? What is your current lifestyle? Read part one to learn more about each of these important [...]
