Kickstarter Squatting Dog Figurine a Modern “Objet D’fart”
Is it wrong that I’m going to fund the creation of a Squatting Dog figurine? Looking for that conversation piece that’ll tie your décor to…
Dog Blog
PetGuide.com’s dog blog keeps you in the know about the coolest dog supplies, events, dog shows and breaking dog news. In fact, if you missed your local pet expo/extravaganza (again) and you just know your little guy would have loved all those yummy sample treats and fun contests, don’t feel guilty… feel determined to stay on top of all future opportunities for you and your pooch to spend some quality time together by using PetGuide.com’s Dog Blog to help build your social calendar!
Read up on the latest news and events taking place near you and then just mark the dates to make sure you and your pup are always ahead of the pack when it comes to getting tickets. Or perhaps you’re feeling like one lucky dog – PetGuide has loads of great contests and competitions where you can enter to win super cool prizes that are sure to turn your good boy into top dog of the neighborhood. And because we love newshounds and those who can’t start the day without reading all about it, we’ve fetched the top stories from around the canine world – from new laws to celebrity pets to adoption drives and more, our dog blog keeps you in the know.
Think you’re an alpha when it comes to having all the latest gadgets? Then you’re going to love the fun and quirky stuff you can pick up through the many kickstarter campaigns we feature to help promote unique, entrepreneurial ingenuity when it comes to pleasing our pets. We even have stuff for those who love to settle in for a heart-warming reading with our many canine-interest stories on the good deeds done by therapy, service plus search and rescue dogs throughout the world.
PetGuide.com’s dog blog is always being updated with pet pictures, videos and great information so check back often!
Ask The Hairy Dogfathers: Help – My Dog Has Cabin Fever!
Is your dog going stir crazy from being kept indoors during the cold winter months? The Hairy Dogfathers have a few ideas on how to keep sane until spring ar…
Ask The Hairy Dogfathers: A Dog By Any Other Name
Our “Hairy Dogfathers” are here to offer expert and practical advice. Dog trainers (and handsome hubbies) Kevin and André are here to answ…
What Is Hip Dysplasia In Dogs?
It’s hip to be square – learn the facts about hip dysplasia in dogs When it comes to keeping your dog healthy, there is only so much that you can…
Expert Advice: Supplements and Diet For Senior Dogs
Older dogs have specialized dietary needs. Sabine Contreras, Canine Care and Nutrition Consultant, knows just what to serve up to your senior dog to ensure h…
Get Fit With Fido: Exhilarating Workouts For You And Your Dog
The best personal trainer is your furry best friend! Get active, get healthy and get going – it’s time to kick 2015 off with cool physical activi…
Upside Down Dog Of The Week – Annie
Meet Annie, our Upside Down Dog of the Week from Upsidedowndogs.com. Annie is a 2.5-year-old female dog that lives in New Rochelle, New York. Here’s wh…
Dry Vs. Wet Dog Foods: Which Is The Right Choice? Part 3
In Part 3 of her series on Dry vs. Wet dog food, Sabine Contreras, Canine Care and Nutrition Consultant, goes over a few popular myths of feeding wet food, a…
Upside Down Dog Of The Week – Monkey
Another Tuesday, another Upside Down Dog of the Week from Upsidedowndogs.com. This week’s winner is Monkey, a 9-year-old male Labrador Retriever and Co…
Is World’s First Wingsuit BASE Jump With A Dog Cruel Or Cool? [Video
In his latest video, adrenaline junky Dean Potter, a famous rock climber, high-liner and human flyer, wingsuit BASE jumps with his dog, Whisper from the Eige…
Brushing Your Dog: A Guide for All Coat Types
Give your dog the brush off… with the right kind of brushing for his coat type Brushing your dog might seem fairly straight forward, but there’s…
Is The BARF Diet Really as Gross As It Sounds?
From a marketing standpoint, calling a diet the "BARF Diet" doesn't sound too appealing. But for some, it's the only diet they'll feed their dogs.
Winter Training Tips: Getting Started In Skijoring
Skijoring is a team sport. You and your dog work together to get around a trail, tour the back country or glide across the snow on your local golf course.
Avert Your Eyes! These Dog Toys Prove That Ugly Is The New Adorable
So ugly, they’re cute! Ummmm, can we have all three, pretty please? Meet Fabio, Isabella and Leo. The Uglies (from Envvy) are not your average chew toy…
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Emmy
Meet Emmy, a happy young lady and our Adoptable Dog of the Week. Right now, this Labrador Retriever mix is being fostered in Houston, TX, but is looking for…
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Spankee
Meet Spankee, our Adoptable Dog of the Week. Spankee is an adult English Pointer and Dalmatian Mix from Newcastle, Oklahoma. He’s already neutered, hou…
Tails From A Pet Sitter: 10 Things I Learned On The Job
Don’t quit your day job just yet – our resident pet sitting pro shares some hard truths about the profession Sure, pet sitting sounds like it&rsq…
Turkey Passes Law That Requires Pet Parents To Undergo Mandatory Train
Now here’s a law that makes a lot of sense to us. Turkey has just pass a law that anyone who wants to own a pet now has to pass a certification and wil…
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Siren Dog Howls Along With Emergency Vehicles [Video]
There are some dogs that like to talk back to police, ambulance and fire truck sirens. But this Golden Retriever has them all beat. This has to be one of the…
Top 10 Super Fly Pet Products From Skymall
Have you heard the news that Skymall, the in-flight catalog that offered a vast array of wacky, never-been-seen items for purchase, is seeking bankruptcy…
Meet Faber, San Francisco’s First Courthouse Therapy Dog
What a great idea! We think this program should be instituted everywhere. We all know there’s nothing like the love of a dog to help soothe the stress…
Shelter Spotlight: Hull’s Haven Border Collie Rescue
This month, we travel to Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada to spotlight Hull's Haven Border Collie Rescue. This non-profit rescue group takes in any dog in need.
The Shocking Truth About Canine Distemper
A disease that's similar to the measles that humans can get, Canine Distemper is a virus that's highly contagious and could kill your dog.
4 Alternatives to Dog Boarding
Going away and don't want to board your dog? We've come up with a few alternatives to dog boarding that will help give you peace of mind while you're away.
Why You Should Start Puppy Crate Training Now
Puppy crate training can be the best thing for your new furry addition to the family. Over time, the crate will become your puppy's own private den.
Outdoor And Indoor Plants: Poisonous Plants For Dogs
How does your garden grow? Does it contain poisonous plants for dogs? Some of the most commonly kept houseplants are incredibly toxic to dogs.
PetGuide Sponsors A Fur-Raising Halloween Costume Contest
Halloween is one of our favorite times of the year. And to celebrate, we’re sponsoring a Fur-Raising Halloween Costume Contest on eight of our dog foru…
New Canine Cancer Research Findings Could Benefit People, Too
Veterinarians at Mississippi State University are searching for new ways to understand cancer in dogs — turns out, their findings may help us as well.…
Bordatella: Kennel Cough Symptoms And Treatments
Also referred to as Bordatella, this illness is not just a common cold. Be on the lookout for these kennel cough symptoms and know what to do about it.
Vote For Your Shelter During PAL’s Shelter Showdown
Second Annual Shelter Showdown hosted by Pets Add Life to award $50,000 to animal shelters From October 22 to November 19, 2014, Pets Add Life (PAL) will be…
Lazy London Pet Parents In For A Crappy Surprise
You’d better make sure you’re picking up after your dog if you live in this London neighborhood! We all know how gross it is when people don&rsqu…
Vote For Your Favorite Dog Halloween Costume
The finalists have been chosen for our Fur-Raising Halloween Costume Contest! Seven winners from seven forums rose to the top – and now it’s your…
Honest Kitchen Goes Gluten-Free With Its Dehydrated Dog Food
Going gluten free and all natural has never been easier It seems like everyone is going gluten free these days. And it’s not just humans – dogs a…
Make Your Dog A Chia Pet With Lincoln Bark Treats
Lincoln Bark sent him Sweet Little Butterpup and Treat Smart treats. Made with Chia Seeds, a superfood that contains antioxidants and omega-3 fatty acids.
Top 10 Howlarious Dog Halloween Costumes
This year, I went looking for the coolest, rib-tickling dog Halloween costumes you can buy (online to boot!) and have delivered right to your door.
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Animal Planet to Air Puppy Bowl XI on February 1 [Video]
Finally, some football we actually want to watch! Apparently there’s some big football game happening on Sunday, February 1st…hmmmm, we wouldn&r…
Upside Down Dog Of The Week – Scootie
It’s time to get upside down with our Upside Down Dog of the Week for Upsidedowndogs.com. This week’s winner is Scootie, a 1-year-old male Borde…
Upside Down Dog Of The Week – Molly
Well hello Molly! Please say hello to Molly, our Upside Down Dog of the Week from Upsidedowndogs.com. Molly is a 9-month-old female Goldendoodle from Mahtome…
Gen Y Dogma: My Dog-Inspired Resolutions For 2015
Should old resolutions be forgot… Christina Peden has made some new ones. What’s different this year – they all have something to do with…
2014 Dog New Year’s Resolutions
New Year's Resolutions feel like an impossible to-do list and we give them up quickly. But would you be more likely to keep them if they involved your dog?
Top 10 Workouts For Your Dog’s Brain
While a daily walk is essential to give your dog his fill of physical exercise, mental exercise is just as important. This is especially true for highly inte…
Gen Y Dogma: Pet Parenting For A New Generation
Taking the leap by moving in with your partner is a huge step. But the time has come when you’re ready for the pitter-patter of little paws – it&…
Ramps And Pet Steps Give Stiff Senior Dogs A Leg Up
The perfect companion for your senior dog, ramps and steps offer mobility and accessibility for the aging pooch Getting old has advantages (“knowledge…
Homemade Dehydrated Dog Jerky Recipe
I love our readers - they are so helpful and have some really awesome ideas. Linda Dwyer passed along an idea for a Homemade Dehydrated Dog Jerky Recipe.
Houston, We Have The Best NASA Portrait Ever Taken
What’s more attractive than a man who loves dogs? A really cute ASTRONAUT who loves dogs! That’s right ladies – feast your eyes on eligible…
3 Sobering Reasons Why Dog Insurance Is Important
In 2014, it’s estimated that we spent about $14.2 billion at the vet – so why aren’t we investing in dog insurance? You do everything you c…
What You Need To Know About Dog Feeding Guidelines
How much food should I be giving my dog? Here’s what you need to know about dog feeding guidelines before you ring the dinner bell. While it might seem…
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Angela
This week’s adoptable dog from Adoptapet.com is Angela from San Diego, CA. Just look into those eyes and tell us that you don’t melt! This sweet…
It’s All Greek Yogurt To Me Dog Treat Recipe
One of my favorite snacks is Greek yogurt. Smooth, creamy and rich, Greek yogurt is a taste of the Mediterranean you can enjoy in the middle of the day.
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Nino
Meet Nino, our Adoptable Dog of the Week from Adoptapet.com. Nino is an adult male American Pitbull Terrier from Roanoke, VA. He is already neutered, housetr…
Olympic Skier Gus Kenworthy Hopes To Bring Home Four Sochi Stray Pups
What makes a hot Olympic skier even hotter? One who wants to save all the stray dogs in Sochi! When he’s not on the slopes, Team USA slopestyle skier G…
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Shanghai
You’ve got to love Shanghai, an adorable mop of fur who happens to be our Adoptable Dog of the Week. Shanghai is a 1.5-year-old male Shih Tzu and Bruss…
Can You Feed Your Dog Table Scraps?
Can’t finish your plate? Here’s what you should know before you give your dog table scraps. If you’re the sort of person who ends up with a…
Just Pet Me! Why Your Dog Wishes You Would Stop Talking And Start Pett
Scientists have discovered something many dog lovers may already know, at least intuitively: our canine companions prefer petting over vocal praise. Two rese…
Stealthy Honest Kitchen Bike Ninjas Invade San Diego With Free Swag
Love free swag and dog food? Be on the lookout for The Honest Kitchen’s wily Bike Ninjas We can all agree that ninjas are pretty bad-ass. So what happe…
How Often Should You Groom Your Dog?
Rub-a-dub – how clean is too clean? Let’s answer that question for you right now. While it’s a fairly straightforward question, how often y…
Top 10 Reasons for Adopting an Older Dog
It's a sad fact that older dogs in shelters and rescues have a harder time finding a forever home. But we have lots of reasons for adopting an older dog.
Top 10 Irish Dog Breeds
Happy St. Patty's Day! In honor of everybody's fave day to wear green and don their "Kiss Me I'm Irish" button, we're sharing our Top 10 Irish dog breeds.
Top 10 Best Dog Breeds For Apartments
Size does matter - especially if you live in compact quarters. We've come up with a list of our Top 10 best dog breeds for apartments and small spaces.
What You Should Know Before Starting a Dog Boarding Business
Let’s get down to business – starting a dog boarding businessSo, you are considering starting a dog boarding business? Perhaps you’ve learned a lot over the…