According to a 2006 Gallup poll, 44% of American families include a dog. Fifty-nine percent of these dog-friendly households include a single dog, but the remaining 41% of dog-owning families include multiple dogs. Chances are, these
Can you Afford a Dog?
The moment you bring home your new fluffball, you become a pet parent. That means that you are now entirely responsible for the tiny creature snoozing happily in your lap. From emergency vet visits (been Read More >
What You Need to Know Before Rescuing a Dog
Welcoming a new dog into your home is so much more than picking out a name and deciding on a breed. It’s a special bond that starts the moment you decide to save a life. Read More >
Where To Get a Dog In New York
You’ve decided to bring a dog into your life. Hopefully, you’ve done your homework, researched dog breeds, and know how to housetrain a puppy or help an older dog adjust to his new life in
Am I Ready For A Dog? Getting Prepared To Be A Great Dog Owner
It starts innocently. You begin to notice the dogs in your neighborhood. A white, fluffy Maltese and a Bichon Frise. A goofy Labradoodle and a grinning Pit Bull. A prancing Golden Retriever, a regal German Read More >
Why I Chose Penelope the Pug
Part of the “Why I Chose” series where ScoutKnows brings you stories from dog owners in their own words about why they chose the dog they did.
The first time I laid eyes on Penelope
Why I Chose Annie the Mini-Schnauzer
Part of the “Why I Chose” series where ScoutKnows brings you stories from dog owners in their own words about why they chose the dog they did.
Are you one of the lucky people currently
Why I Chose Olivia the Rescue Dog
Part of the “Why I Chose” series where ScoutKnows brings you stories from dog owners in their own words about why they chose the dog they did.
With shaky hands and teary eyes, I signed
Why I Chose a French Bulldog
Part of the “Why I Chose” series where ScoutKnows brings you stories from dog owners in their own words about why they chose the dog they did.
It took me a year to get over
Dog-Proof Litter Boxes: What to Know, What to Do, and What to Buy
One of the less glamorous realities of dog ownership is the canine obsession with cat poop. If you’re a dog-only household you may be blissfully unaware of this nasty little reality, but if you’re a cat owner,
Dog Adoption: How to Find Your Next Furry Friend
Bringing a new dog home is not like picking up groceries at the local grocery store. There is more to picking up a canine at the local pound, shelter or rescue. Just like adopting a
Make Your Dog a Hero: Training a Service Dog
A lot of confusion exists regarding how to train your dog to be a service dog, what requirements your dog must meet to be considered a service dog, and what being a service dog actually Read More >
Hotels & Dogs: What Every Dog Loving Traveler Should Know
Traveling with a dog is a lot easier than it used to be. Since so many people have dogs and sometimes dogs are a person’s main companion, many hotels attempt to cater to the needs Read More >
Best Dog Books For New Owners
Becoming a new dog owner is wonderful experience but it can be a lot better if you are well prepared for the challenges that come with the experience. Having a good library of knowledge to
Should You Adopt A Puppy Or An Older Dog?
Many people who’ve decided to bring a dog into their lives automatically picture a puppy. After all, puppies are at the top of the cuteness scale. They want to play all the time and are
Prepare For Pick Up Day: Welcome Your Dog Home
Preparing for pick up day with your new dog or puppy is an exciting time! It seems like there is so much to do. That’s not just a perception, which is why you need a
How To Pick The Perfect Name For Your Dog
What’s In A Name?
You’ve done your research and found a responsible breeder or reputable dog rescue. You’ve thought about and come up with an estimated budget on the costs of owning a dog.
Gear To Have Before Day 1 With Your Dog
My first dog was hiding in the bathroom, wiggling and waiting for me to get off the school bus and find him. His name was Shadow and all I had to do was love him.
Choosing a Dog Breed
You talk it out with your roommate. Your husband eventually relents… You’ve finally been swayed by the local adoption events at your local farmer’s market, and have done your research on if you’re ready to Read More >
How to Find a Reputable Breeder (and Avoid Puppy Mills)
I’m tired of seeing videos in my social media feeds of dogs rescued from unscrupulous breeders and puppy mills. It makes me feel badly and I bet you feel the same. Instead of feeling helpless