Relating to Dogs

We would have to assume that when we get a pet, we would want to do all we can to care for them. They, just as babies, do not come with instructions . . . but maybe they should.

For many people, the loss of a pet is as heartbreaking as losing a close friend. We create deep, emotional bonds with our pets, often coming to view them almost as family members. They bring us...

Dogs have been trained and used as service animals for decades. Selected dogs go through a rigorous program of training and socialization. Afterward, those deemed suitable are chosen to assist...

When you are bitten by a dog, or when your dog bites someone else, it is important to know what to do next. Dog bite laws are designed to protect the rights of both the victims of dog bite...

In a natural dog pack, there will always be an ''alpha" to lead the pack and provide guidance. Today, the dog's pack is the dog's family where owners should take over the alpha role. When this...

Dogs and beds get along well like bread and butter. Most dogs appear to enjoy snoozing on the bed. But trouble starts when dogs begin thinking the whole bed is theirs and start growling at their...

For some dog owners, genetic testing is a way to prove that they own a purebred dog or the descendant of a specific dog. Other dog owners use genetic testing out of curiosity to determine exactly...

Of all the things I have experienced being or doing, it wasn't until recently that I offered to care for two wonderful dogs for a friend and I have learned a lot about being a good dog sitter. No...

Pets are a staple in many households. The companionship and unconditional love that pets provide makes them a welcome addition for nearly every family. Pets, however, do have a much shorter...

While there are many owners who believe that their animals are cute enough to be on television or in print ads, it takes a special, well trained kind of animal to be in show business. At a bare...

Being a good, reliable pet sitter is important to pet owners. Many people treat their pets similar to how they treat their own children, and as a result, going away for a vacation or a trip isn't...

Pets of every stripe and color can be celebrated online these days, thanks to a virtual explosion of new Web 2.0 sites devoted exclusively to adoring our pets, sharing pet information, downloading...

Even for people who believe the saying that the dog is man’s best friend, the chance to go on vacation often means leaving that dear canine behind. This creates a lot of opportunity for...

If you love dogs but don't have one of your own, you could enjoy other people's while earning some money and giving the owners a welcome break! Win/win.

A dog park is typically an area set aside specifically for dogs and their owners to exercise and socialize in an off-leash environment. Many are fenced, but some are general areas within specific...