Dogs require reliable food and water, a secure place to live, physical and mental activity, routine grooming and regular veterinary attention to thrive as members of the household. Read On…
Michael McHenry, owner of F.M. K9, was acquitted Thursday in an animal cruelty case tied to a summer 2023 transport in which a box truck overheated, killing or prompting the euthanasia of nine dogs out of 18 animals aboard. Read On…
The BarkWise collar uses ultrasonic sound and vibrations to curb nuisance barking without shocks. The adjustable device fits most dogs, weighs 2.2 oz and is designed for training periods that range from a couple days to a few weeks. Read On…
Dog experts say the so-called 'witching hour' is a common early-evening spike in energy that can last from minutes to a few hours; trainers point to overstimulation, understimulation and insufficient sleep as common contributors. Read On…
Casey Ray, a US-based dog behaviour expert, identified German shepherds, Jack Russell terriers, Cocker spaniels, Border collies and Chihuahuas as breeds she believes top bite lists — and says the patterns are largely man-made. Read On…
Experts including Ali Smith of Rebarkable and Lorraine Rhoads of Dogtopia describe sniffing as a primary way dogs understand the world, and recommend reframing walks as sensory experiences rather than solely physical exercise. Read On…
Pet Companions in Idaho recommends a quiet space, familiar bedding and consistent routines to help dogs cope with holiday activity, saying new sights and sounds can overwhelm even relaxed animals. Read On…
A Dec. 3 TikTok of a 10-year-old senior dog named Rocky trying to escape after-school noise has been viewed more than 15 million times, prompting sympathy and amusement from online commenters. Read On…
PetHelpful's Dec. 12, 2025 list supplies over 180 playful names designed to match the personalities of high‑energy dogs, offering owners a mix of brisk, fierce and frivolous options. Read On…
Darby, a two-year-old English Pointer, was struck by a broadhead-tipped arrow while hunting in a public walk-in area north of WaKeeney, Kansas on Saturday. The one dog in a five-person hunting party was assessed and treated by Big Creek Veterinary Services and is recovering after surgery. Read On…