Dog Nose Slits: The Secret of the Canine Superpower

Dog Nose Slits: The Secret of the Canine Superpower

We all know that dogs have many wonderful qualities, not the least of which is an incredible sense of smell. Scientists estimate that dogs can smell anywhere from 10,000-100,000 times better than humans. According to one expert, this is like being able to sniff out one rotten apple amongst 2 million barrels. Dogs can process […]

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Renting to Pet Owners: Is it Worth it?

Renting to Pet Owners: Is it Worth it?

Finding the perfect tenant for your rental property isn’t easy. Over 50% of Americans own one or more pets, meaning that property owners must decide on a pet policy. Although most pets don’t cause significant problems or damage to property, it only takes one bad experience to give pet owner tenants a bad reputation. Are […]

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A Cat’s Tale: What Your Cat’s Tail is Telling You

A Cat’s Tale: What Your Cat’s Tail is Telling You

Cats communicate with a complex variety of body language, vocalization, and even scent signals that humans can’t smell. Even with all this communication, cats are an enigma with their seemingly aloof behavior. But learning some basics about a cat’s mood based on her tail position is relatively easy. And it can really enhance your relationship […]

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Dog Toy Safety: Are Indestructible and Stuffed Toys Safe?

Dog Toy Safety: Are Indestructible and Stuffed Toys Safe?

For most dogs, toys are not a luxury – they are a necessity. Toys help fight boredom, provide a mental and physical outlet for energy, and keep dogs comforted in new and unfamiliar situations. Balls, rope toys, and chew toys are popular choices, but many dogs will play with absolutely anything they can get their […]

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When Pets Like Music, What Should You Play?

When Pets Like Music, What Should You Play?

Music plays a huge role in our lives. Indeed, humans grow up singing at school, during sporting events, in the shower, or listening to the radio in the car. Aside from your lucky family and friends, who else gets to enjoy your vocal stylings? Your pet, of course! While your furry counterpart may not be […]

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Uh Oh! Your Dog’s A Digger: Why Dogs Dig

Uh Oh! Your Dog’s A Digger: Why Dogs Dig

Has your lawn or garden ever been sacrificed to the paws of your single-minded dog? If your dog is a digger, you may be throwing your hands up in frustration. Aside from the holes in the ground, digging is one of the more difficult behaviors to understand, and may be a symptom of a greater […]

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In The Swim Of Things: Where Should And Shouldn’t Your Dog Swim?

In The Swim Of Things: Where Should And Shouldn’t Your Dog Swim?

The weather is heating up, and we can’t wait to get out on the boat, in the lake, and to the pool this summer. Of course, our dogs almost always accompany us on these water adventures. But it begs the question – where should and shouldn’t your dog swim? Are there hazards to be aware […]

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Land Sharks: Aggression in Small Dogs

Land Sharks: Aggression in Small Dogs

People who are scared of dogs often cite breeds like Doberman Pinschers, Pit Bulls, and Rottweilers when asked what types of dogs are the most intimidating. Many will tell you, though, that the little guys can be just as terrifying. So who is more aggressive – the big dogs or the tiny land sharks? Aggression […]

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The Truth About Dog Bite Prevention

The Truth About Dog Bite Prevention

An owner of a mild-mannered, well-behaved dog might find it hard to believe that their dog could actually bite someone – and yet it happens all the time. There are many things that can unexpectedly scare or upset a dog, leading them to react uncharacteristically aggressive or defensive. As a result, we recommend that every […]

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Feeling Out the Facts About Whisker Fatigue

Feeling Out the Facts About Whisker Fatigue

The more you start to learn about cats and their behavior, the more it becomes apparent that we essentially have little lions in our home. Indeed, many of the things that they do are rooted in the same origins as their wild family members. The more we learn about our fierce little housemates, the more […]

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