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October is the month to adopt a shelter dog! You can welcome a furry new friend from a shelter into your home without playing into the myths and misconceptions typically associated with dogs from a shelter.  Many dogs need homes but live in shelters. There are almost 7 million cats and dogs that end up in a shelter each year with more than half of that number coming from dogs. While some of these pets are adopted a large number, 670 thousand, end up being euthanized yearly. I know many people want to adopt a puppy rather than an older...

Dogs can seem like the simplest animals sometimes, but there are some things they really need! Making sure they have these 6 things can help ensure your pup lives a happy and healthier life. This essentials list includes nutritious food, grooming equipment, a crate, fun toys, a vet, and you! Nutritious Food If you are invested in your health, you know that what you put in your body matters. The same holds true for your furry best friend. As your dog gets older, you will need to feed your dog fuel that will keep them going and that is complementary...

I’m sure I sound like a broken record telling you that walking is good for you and that walking is good for your dog, but maybe it hasn’t been beat into your head yet that dog walks are good for your relationship with your dog! Every New Year’s resolution probably touted a resolution to exercise more and may even have included spending more time with your dog. All you have to do is put these two things together and 2020 has made dog walks feel like walking a daily runway of freedom since we have been cooped up indoors for...

Traveling with your pup can be so much fun, as long as you’ve given them a dose of CBD oil for dogs to help with anxiety around travel, but sometimes it’s hard to find a place your pup is allowed and can enjoy! So, I’ve compiled a short list of 7 vacation spots in the United States that are dog friendly that you AND your pup can have fun at!! Fort Meyers, Fl Some dogs love the beach and the water and everything that comes with a beach vacation while others would rather stay far away from anything that resembles...

The list of the 10 most popular dog breeds in North America, according to The American Kennel Society, consist of some obvious “duhs” and some surprise “reallys.” Go on and make your mental guesses, and then read on to see if you were right!  Beagle It’s hard to believe that this sociable dog breed was originally bred to be a hunting dog, but their amazing noses make it clear why they were. They are very friendly and warm-up to strangers with ease, so not the dog for you if you are looking for a guard dog. However, if you are...