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It was National Dog Day yesterday and people celebrated by posting some of their best pup pictures on Instagram. We've grabbed some of our favorites for you below. Enjoy! These sleeping beauties And these ones #ikissmydogonthelips This artsy duo A little one and her happy horsey This pup who did absolutely nothing wrong Mom and her very protective bodyguard [...]

Looking for something fun to do with your dog? We asked some of our favorite dog bloggers to let us know how they pass the summer season with their dogs. 1. Carrie Noar of Tales and Tails We really enjoy hiking at Starved Rock State Park any time of year. Farmdale Park is another favorite hiking destination [...]

Cycle touring with a dog certainly poses its challenges. In addition to voluntarily adding extra weight to an already heavy touring load, bringing a dog involves navigating a variety of transportation means (plane, train, subway, etc.), finding dog-friendly accommodations, ensuring your pup still receives her regular exercise and care on the road, and fulfilling international pet requirements for entry.Despite the [...]

Photo credits: @kodi_thecoloradopup As the weather shifts, people and dogs alike are spending more time outdoors. Humans and their furry companions spend a lot of that outdoor time in or around the water. It's a great way to cool off on a steamy day, and water play is excellent for low impact exercise. [...]

Summer time brings sun, outdoor play, gardening and family gatherings. With all that fun comes a lengthy list of possible perils for your furry best friend. Here are some tips to keep dogs out of harm's way this summer.Skin and Coat CareMany people think that shaving your dog will keep them cooler over [...]

So, I’ve got an amazing 10 1/2 year old Nova Scotia Duck Toller Retriever named Camden. He is a beach connoisseur for sure. “Camden Tucker” is his full name after two of my favorite water places: Camden, Maine and Nantucket, Massachusetts. Often he goes by “Cam” or “Camden” except when he’s in trouble, he is [...]

Do you have a dog backpack for your furry friend? If not, you may be missing out on one of the most useful tools for pup parents in existence. They make your dog healthier, happier, and make your daily walks or weekend hikes an all around better experience. Need more convincing? Here are five real reasons why your dog needs [...]

We keep hearing about this mysterious thing called summer. While I’ve heard rumors that it has already paid visits to some very lucky residents throughout the US, from where I sit the warmer weather and sunshine has yet to make an appearance. The good news however, is that green grass, warm sun and longer days are on their way [...]

Lyme Disease Lyme disease is caused by infection with the bacteria Borrelia burgdorferi. The bacteria are transmitted to animals and humans by ticks. Lyme disease can cause a variety of signs, but the most common are fever, joint swelling with lameness, lethargy and loss of appetite. Less often, some dogs may develop a very serious and life-threatening complication affecting [...]

Keeping active and staying fit with your dogs during the winter can be difficult but don’t worry, there are plenty of fun ways to do so! One excellent way is by taking up snowshoeing. Even though snowshoeing has existed for thousands of years and was first created as a solution to the difficulty [...]