Adoptable Dog of the Week- Peaches
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Peaches, a 3 years old Heeler and Corgi mix from Salt Lake City, Utah. She is spayed, vaccinated, and housetrained.
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…
Shelter Spotlight: Dharma Rescue
What a brilliant idea! Dharma Rescue saves dogs from overcrowded shelters and trains them for a new life working as therapy animals.
8 Tips For Boarding a Dog With Separation Anxiety
Ways to make the experience of staying at a kennel easier for your anxious dog Going into a boarding kennel can be stressful for any dog, but even more so fo…
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.
Best Wellness Products For Senior Dogs
We want to do all we can to keep our senior dogs as happy and healthy as they can be, and that means we need to use some specialized products made just for t…
Does Your Dog Have The Balls For Neuticles?
Fake testicles, or Neuticles, for dogs help spread "neuter your pup" message in its own macho way. New in plastic surgery for dogs - is it necessary?
Adoptable Dog of the Week-Dana
This beautiful girl is spayed, crate trained, up to date with her shots and gets along great with other dogs and older children.
Why Do Dogs Hump?
It starts as a cute or embarrassing moment, but can it turn into a mounting behavior? Before jumping to conclusions, learn the reasons why dogs hump.
Adorable K9 Puppy Takes a Nap During His Swearing-in Ceremony
It’s no secret that service dogs play an important part in our society, fulfilling many roles from police and military dogs, to guide dogs and res…
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Jai
With a beautiful personality to match his movie-star good looks, Jai, our Adoptable Dog of the Week, is going to be a hit with one lucky family!
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Spike
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Spike, a 3 years old Labrador Retriever and German Shepherd mix from Richmond, Virginia. Spike is neutered and vaccinated.
When You Should Start Training Your Rescue Dog
Congrats on your new family member! Once your rescue dog is settled in, how soon can you start training him?
Engaging Training Gifts for Active Dogs (and Their Humans)
Whether naughty or nice, your energetic pup will love these gift ideas. Keep him busy all year long with ideas and products made for active dogs.
SpotOn GPS Dog Fence Review
Got a dog who likes to roam? We've tested the SpotOn GPS Dog Fence, and it might bet the solution for you.
Martha Stewart Releases New Line of Natural Grooming Products for Pets
The first part of the collection created in partnership with Fetch for Pets is set to hit the stores in May while more goodies are expected this fall.
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Google
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Google, a charming 9 years old Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Dachshund mix from Washoe Valley, Nevada.
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Ty
One look at this handsome dog and you’re sure to fall in love! This is Ty, our Adoptable Dog of the Week. He is an 11-year-old Boxer and German Shepher…
Head’s Up, Dog Trainers: Why You Should Treat Humans Like Dogs
Want to be a successful dog trainer? Take it from someone who’s taken more than a few classes. Kevin Roberts wants you to treat your human participants…
Adoptable Dog of the Week-Ace
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Ace, a 2 years old Catahoula Leopard Dog and American Pit Bull Terrier mix from Westampton, New Jersey.
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.
Should You Hire a Dog Walker for Your Pooch?
You're busy all day at work and you're worried your dog isn't getting enough exercise. Before you hire a dog walker, be sure to ready our article below.
Adoptable Pet of the Week – Dazzler
Introducing Dazzler, our Adoptable Dog of the Week. This gorgeous girl is a 4-year-old American Bully from Newport, Kentucky.
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Rocky
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Rocky, a 1.5 to 2 years old Siberian Husky and Catahoula Leopard Dog mix from Chariton, Iowa.
How To Get Snowballs Out Of Your Dog's Fur
It’s all fun and games in the snow until your best fur friend ends up with snowballs all over their fur. Not only can this be annoying for you as you end up with soggy floors, it can be just as annoying (and even painful) for your dog.
Best Hydrogen Peroxide for Dogs
Hydrogen peroxide for dogs is a topical antiseptic that has multiple uses, from disinfecting wounds to being an efficient way to induce vomiting.
Adoptable Dog of the Week - Donovan
This kind-hearted hunk is looking for a forever home! Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Donovan, a 4 years old Shepherd mix from Middletown, Delaware.
How Often Should I Brush My Dog’s Teeth?
Read on to find out how often (and how) to brush your dog’s teeth to make sure their sparkly whites remain sparkly and white well into their golden years.
Pros and Cons of Adopting an Adult Dog
Thinking of adopting a dog - that's a great idea! While most adopters are drawn the puppies, adult dogs have a great deal to offer.
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…
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Mr. Big
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Mr. Big, a year old Labrador Retriever mix from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. He is neutered, vaccinated, and housetrained.
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Abby
Abby, our Adoptable Dog of the Week, is looking for a family she can lavish with licks. She's a Labrador Retriever and Rottweiler mix from McCall, Idaho.
AKC Will Now Give Titles To Tricksters
Dogs and their humans enjoy the fun that comes with learning tricks, and the American Kennel Club is launching a new program just for dogs who do tricks!
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!
Best Dog Bark Control Collars
Dogs love to bark! Some, however, do it all the time. And that can be a bit of a problem with the neighbors. Dog bark control collars are here to make excessive barking a thing of the past.
Don’t Worry, He’s Friendly! Training for Off-Leash Dog Encounters
Whether you're taking a short stroll or hiking the trails, there's a good chance you've met up with an off-leash dog. How do you control the situation?
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Mochi
There's nothing cuter than a pooch in a tutu, and she's here to prove it! Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Mochi, a 4-year-old Boxer from Denver, Colorado.
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Brittney
What a little angel - meet Brittney, our Adoptable Dog of the Week. Brittney is an adult Maltese mix from Hartford, Connecticut.
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Hunter
This 2.5-years-old American Foxhound mic from Cheyenne, Wyoming, is also a graduate of the P.A.C.K. Project with the Wyoming Department of Corrections.
Can Your Neighbor Make Your Dog Vomit? (And Other Reasons To Hire A Pe
Keep calm and hire a professional – how to keep your hound happy and healthy while you’re on holiday If you were to walk next door and ask your n…
Dogs Get A Kick Out Of Kicksledding
Uur resident expert on all sports that include dog pulling wants to introduce you to another cold weather activity you can do with your dogs - kicksledding.
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Maggie
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Maggie, a 3 year old mixed breed from Covington, Louisiana. She is spayed, microchipped, and vaccinated.
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Shelby
Meet Shelby, our Adoptable Dog of the Week. Shelby is an adult female Chihuahua and Pug mix from Raleigh, NC. She is already spayed, housetrained, up to date…
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Peanut
You've got to meet Peanut, our Adoptable Dog of the Week. He's a young French Bulldog and Chihuahua mix from Stockport, Ohio.
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Macon
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Macon, a 2 years old Border Collie and Labrador Retriever mix from Raleigh, North Carolina.
Boarding Your Dog For The First Time
You're going away and you're worried about boarding your dog for the first time. Here are a few stress-free tips to make the process go smoother.
Adoptable Dog Of Week – Lisa
Sugar and spice and everything nice – that’s what our Adoptable Dog of the Week is made from. Meet Lisa, an adult Terrier mix from Rochester, New…
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.
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Charlo
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Charlo, a 4 years old purebred Golden Retriever from Beverly Hills, California. He is neutered and housebroken.
How Often Should You Groom Your Dog?
Rub-a-dub – how clean is too clean? Let’s answer that question for you right now. While it’s a fairly straightforward question, how often y…
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Gumu
Meet Gumu, our Adoptable Dog of the Week from Adoptapet.com. Gumu is an adult male English Bulldog and Boxer Mix from Portland, OR. He is already neutered, h…
Adoptable Dog of the Week-Atticus
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Atticus, a sweet and friendly 3-year-old medium-sized mixed breed dog from Brookhaven, Mississippi.
When is the Best Time to Start Puppy Training?
Of course, it goes without saying that you should start training early, while your doggo is still a puppy. But when exactly is the best time to start puppy training? You can’t do it while they are still teeny-tiny, nor should you wait too long. What is the ideal middle ground?
How to Teach Your Dog to Speak
One of the cutest, and easiest, tricks to teach your dog is to speak (or woof) on command. We've broken down the steps for you to follow.
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 - Blizzard
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Blizzard, a 2 year old Siberian Husky mix from Pekin, Illinois. She is spayed, up to date on her vaccines, and knows some basic commands.
Do Dogs Have Belly Buttons?
Is it an innie or an outie? No, we're not talking about you - we're talking about your dog! Have you ever noticed if your dog has a belly button?
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Gabby
Meet Gabby, our Adoptable Dog of the Week. Gabby is an adult Shih Tzu that lives in Lexington, KY. She is spayed, housetrained, and up to date with shots.
Is Your Dog Really Rescued or Adopted?
Is "adopted" or "rescued" the correct terminology to use when referring to a dog? Kevin Roberts talks about why these terms may not fit the situation.
6 Puddle-Proof Tips For Potty Training Your Puppy
Potty training your puppy may seem like tricky, but it really doesn't need to be. Stay positive and persevere, and your puppy will soon be house broken.