Should You Bring Your Nervous or Reactive Dog to the Dog Park?
When you have a reactive or nervous dog, playing in the dog park isn't all fun and games. Is there a way for your dog to enjoy the benefits of a dog park?
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Bugz
Bugz, our Adoptable Dog of the week, is the best kind of bug - a cuddle bug! A Shepard mix from Cheyenne, Wyoming, Bugz is a happy and smart pup.
How To Spot a Reputable Rescue
We all want to help out pets in need by adopting or supporting our local shelters. But watch out - not all of them are reputable rescues.
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…
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Dos And Don’ts For Boarding Your Dog [Video]
Before you board your dog, make sure you’ve done your homework – and we’ve made it easy for you with this list of helpful dos and don&rsquo…
Nine Toasty Tips To Keep Your Senior Dog Warm Outdoors This Winter
The star and the inspiration for this post is Kevin Roberts’ dog, Willow, who has since crossed over the Rainbow Bridge. He brought her home when she w…
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Bentley
Meet Bentley, our Adoptable Dog of the Week from Adoptapet.com. He’s a young Yorkshire Terrier who lives in Madison Heights, MI. He is already neutered…
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Dillard
Meet Dillard, our Adoptable Dog of the Week from Adoptapet.com. He is an adult Labrador Retriever mix from Norman, OK and is already neutered. Dillard’…
The Quest For Dog: 6 Steps For Prepping Your House For A Puppy
Amanda Schlee doesn’t have a dog… yet. But she’s in full doggy mode and is doing all her research before she and her husband decide on the…
How to Train a Blind Dog
As our pets age, they’ll inevitably begin to lose some of their senses – particularly their hearing and eyesight. And whether your dog has lost vision due to…
Trick With a Purpose: Give Paw
Tired of yelling at your dog to stop jumping on people? Train him to be a great greeter by teaching him to "give paw" instead!
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Ireyna
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Ireyna, a 4 years old Australian Kelpie mix from Gretna, Nebraska. She is spayed, housetrained and vaccinated.
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Gabby
Gabby, Gabby, hey! Meet Gabby, our Adoptable Dog of the Week. She's an adult female Chihuahua mix from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Willow
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Willow, a 3 years old Boxer mix from Nashville, Tennessee. She is spayed, up to date with her shots, and housetrained.
Adoptable Dog of the Week-Snickers
This adorable chocolate poodle from Tallahassee, Florida is neutered, up-to-date on vaccinations, microchipped, and tested free of heartworms.
Trick With a Purpose: Fetch
Does your dog play the can't-catch-me game? Plow you over as soon as you come home? These bad behaviors actually have a fun solution... Fetch!
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Buster
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Buster, a year and a half old Terrier mix from Wetumpka, Alabama. He is neutered, up to date on his shots and microchipped.
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Rickey
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Rickey, a one year old Beagle and Chihuahua mix (a Cheagle, if you prefer), from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. This ginger beauty is neutered, up to date on his shots, microchipped, and current on heartworm, flea, and tick preventatives.
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Bluebelle
Blooming beauty Bluebelle is our Adoptable Dog of the Week. Hailing from Decatur, Illinois, Bluebelle is an adult English Bulldog with swagger to spare.
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Suarez
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Suarez, a 2.5 years old German Shepherd from Sacramento, California. He is neutered, vaccinated and housetrained.
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Bruce
With a grin like that, our Adoptable Dog of the Week will bring someone lots of laughs. Bruce is a English Bulldog and Boxer mix from Spokane, Washington.
Adoptable Dog of the Week - Mama Cass
After seeing all of her puppies find good homes, now it’s momma's turn to find her happily ever after! Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Mama Cass, an approximately 2 years old German Shepherd from Denver, Colorado.
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Marigold
Here's a flower you'll want to pick! Meet Marigold, our Adoptable Dog of the Week. She's a 2-year-old Pitbull Terrier Mix from Durham, North Carolina.
Why Kennels Aren’t Just For Puppies
The use of a kennel is key when training a puppy, but don't put it away when your dog gets older. Here's why you should keep using them when your dog's all grown up.
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Tessa
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Tessa, a 3.5 years old Labrador Retriever mix from Columbia, South Carolina. She is spayed, microchipped, and vaccinated.
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Hazel
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Hazel, a 2 to 3 years old Border Collie from Salt Lake City, Utah. She is spayed and housetrained.
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Brody
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Brody, a 3 year old Saint Bernard, Chow Chow and Labrador mix from Dillsburg, Pennsylvania.
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Kyra
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Kyra, a 2 and a half years old Shepherd mix from Atlanta, Georgia. She is spayed, vaccinated, and microchipped.
8 Tips to Hiring an In-Home Pet Sitter
If your pet isn't cherishing the idea of a week-long stay the next time you go away, consider an in-home pet sitter. Here's what you need to look for.
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Ida
What a sweet face! There’s no resisting Ida, our Adoptable Dog of the Week from Adoptapet.com. Ida is an adult female Boston Terrier from Providence, R…
How To Stop A Dog From Barking
There's no way to teach a dog to stop barking, but there are way to curb this habit. We've got some tips that will teach you how to stop a dog from barking.
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Rita
Young at heart, Rita doesn't let anything slow her down! Hailing from Houston, Texas, she's a sprightly 6-year-old Rhodesian Ridgeback and Shepherd mix
So You Think You Can Pet Sit?
Take it from a pro – being a Dog Nanny isn’t as easy as you think When I first opened my business, it was primarily obedience training. After a y…
Top 10 Best Toys for Puppies
Puppies love to play. But what should they play with? Check out our list of the Top 10 best toys for puppies.
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Nyla
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Nyla, a one year old Pomeranian from Madison, Wisconsin. This adorable little lady is spayed and current on her vaccines.
Quick Tips for Keeping Your Longhaired Dog Looking His Best
We all love long, flowing hair that dances in the wind when your dog runs across the lawn. To keep it looking luxe, follow these tips for luscious locks.
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Jasmine
Meet Jasmine, our sweet smelling Adoptable Dog of the Week. She's an adult Corgi and Terrier mix from Auburn, Washington.
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Tucker
It’s Friday, which means it’s time for our Adoptable Dog of the Week from Adoptapet.com. This week we’re featuring Tucker, an adult Labrado…
7 Gifts for People Who Love Dog Training
Are there any dog training or dog sport fanatics on your holiday list? Our resident dog training pro hints at what she'd like to see under her tree.
Adoptable Dog of the Week - Mayer
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Mayer, a 5 years old mixed breed dog from Jackson, Mississippi.
How to Find a Reliable Dog Walker
Need a little help to get your dog off the couch and moving when you're not around? Here are some tips on finding a reliable dog walker.
Amazing Service Dogs Trained Dogs Help Disabled Farmers
PHARM Dog USA is a nonprofit organization that trains dogs to help farmers with disabilities and it's proving to be a huge success!
How You Can Help Your Local Shelter During COVID-19 Crisis
The COVID-19 crisis has the world upside down, and that’s never been more the case for animal shelters. While medical professionals are working tireles…
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Alanna
We’d like to introduce you to Alanna, our Adoptable Dog of the Week from Adoptapet.com. Alanna is a young female Boxer mix from Elyria, OH. She is alre…
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Ryan
This week’s Adoptable Dog of the Week from Adoptapet.com is Ryan, a happy fellow from Sprakers, NY. A Pitbull/American Bulldog mix, Ryan sports a beaut…
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Brody
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Brody, a year old Australian Cattle Dog mix from Billings, Montana. He is neutered, housetrained, and vaccinated.
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Tanner
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Tanner, a 7 years old silver and tan Yorkshire Terrier from Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He is neutered and vaccinated.
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Kai
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Kai, a 2 years old white German Shepherd from Montgomery, Alabama. She needs a furever home with a loving family!
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Blake
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Blake, a 6 years old Beagle mix from Anderson, Indianapolis. This pretty pooch is neutered, vaccinated, and fully trained.
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Momma
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Momma, a 5 years old Chihuahua and Corgi mix from Warwick, Rhode Island. She is spayed, vaccinated, and housetrained.
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Trix
Silly humans, Trix is for kids... and families... and everybody! This adorable young American Staffordshire Terrier Mix hails from Chestertown, Maryland.
Experts: Focus on Quality Of Life For Canine End Of Life Care
What to do for our senior dogs in their end days presents a heart-wrenching dilemma and experts suggest that quality of life should be the focus.
5 Tips to Keep Your Dog From Digging in the Yard
Digging up your yard might be one of those dog habits you don't dig! But is there any way you can cover up this natural dog behavior?
Adoptable Dog of the Week-Harley
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Harley, a one year old Basset Hound and Terrier mix with unique facial markings from Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
6 Easy Crafts You Can Make To Help Out Your Local Animal Shelter
Whether your style is sewing or woodworking or gluing empty toilet paper rolls together, your skills could be put to work for your local animal shelter.
In NYC, Feral Felines Get A Second Chance at Life as "Working Cats"
Instead of giving up on feral cats that cant be socialized as family pets, New Yorkers are giving them jobs- saving hundreds of feline lives.
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Pepsi
Meet Pepsi, our Adoptable Dog of the Week from Adoptapet.com. Pepsi is a Pug Mix from Homewood, AL, and she’s already spayed, housetrained, up to date…
The Daily Grind: The Dremel 7300-PT Dog Nail Grinding Tool
Clipping your dog's nails can be such a pain. Why not grind them down with the Dremel 7300-PT Dog Nail Grinding Tool to save your sanity?
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Sophie
What a sweetie! Meet Sophie, our Adoptable Dog of the Week. She's an adult American Pitbull Terrier from Peoria, Illinois.
What Are the Benefits of Dog Massage?
Everyone likes a nice, relaxing massage – no doubt about it. It helps us unwind, soothes sore muscles, and can promote the release of “happy hormones” such as endorphins, serotonin, and dopamine.