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11 Most Dog-Friendly Car Rental Agencies (2019 Reviews)

Renting a car is something a lot of travelers do. In the past, traveling with a pet was harder to do. Fortunately, many car rental agencies have realized the demand for pet-friendly travel options and

How to Get the Gum out of a Dog’s Fur (5 Easy Methods)

Throughout your fur baby’s life, he is likely to get himself into some pretty sticky situations. You’ve no doubt heard fellow pet parents’ horror stories about Rufus’s run-in with a skunk, Dudley’s endeavor to break

The Best Dog-Proof Trash Cans

It had been over a decade since I had had a dog. I was in elementary school when my family’s pug, a sweet little boy named Bundle, had passed away. Now, I was engaged to

How to Get Legal Ownership of Your Dog

You’re probably familiar with the popular children’s song, “How Much is that Doggy in the Window?” It’s a little jingle that goes, “How much is that doggy in the window? The one with the Read More >

The Best Odor Eliminating Candles for Pet Odors

Pet odor and pet smells are a necessary evil in a pet owner’s life. However, you don’t have to sit back and accept it; you can use a pet odor eliminator, or odor eliminating candle Read More >

How to Figure Out Your Dog’s Age

According to the American Kennel Club (AKC), “the popular calculation of how old a dog was “in human years” has been that one dog year is the equivalent of seven human ones.

This notion was

Best Podcasts for Dog Lovers

There is no question that millions of people are crazy about their dogs. This means it is no surprise that there are a lot of great and informative podcasts for dog lovers out there. Scout

What to Look for in a Dog Groomer

Just as we establish a regular hygiene regimen for ourselves–showering, brushing our teeth and hair, trimming our nails, etc.–our dogs need a grooming routine. Grooming includes basic tasks, like brushing and bathing, as well as

Best Companions for Golden Retrievers

It’s a well-known fact: Golden Retrievers are among the most loyal, intelligent, family-oriented dog breeds. How often have you spotted a Golden, whether driving by in your car while he/she is on a walk with Read More >

Service Dogs: Learn to Recognize Guide, Hearing & Assistance Dogs

Working animals come in many forms and have many skills. These animals are trained to assist people with disabilities to perform things they can’t and that enables them to live a more independent life. For

Best Gear for Traveling with Your Dog

Who doesn’t love a good getaway? In the winter, a ski or snowboarding trip can be invigorating, while a tropical trek to warmer climes can be rejuvenating. And what’s the only thing better than an Read More >

Working Dogs: Little & Big Heroes

Some first responder men and women are paired with their canine partner to operate as a team. And although the majority of public canine servants are usually large dogs, smaller breeds have also made the

Odd Couples: How Dogs Bond With Other Animals

Unlike Oscar and Felix, two human roommates who are extreme opposites of each other and get on each other’s nerves, there are some dogs and cats that can live together in perfect harmony.

There are