Affiliate Links My babies, Sophie & Jasper Pet theft is a very serious subject, but how we protect our furry friends can be fashionable and fun. July is Lost Pet Prevention Month, and a great time to find that fabulous ID tag as fashion statement meets full coverage protection. There are companies now making stylish tags in every color imaginable, blinged out or more subdued. The one I like, because it condenses everything I’d need to keep Sophie and Jasper safe, as well as offers me great resources if they get… [Continue Reading]

Affiliate Links Eight million companion animals enter the shelter system each year. Some are reclaimed by their owners and some are euthanized. For those waiting for that special someone to stop by their cage and say, yes!, you’re the pet for me, every little leg up helps. Sometimes, it could be as simple as doing a dirty dog makeover, so each animal’s inner beauty can shine through. That’s why I love the Dirty Dogs Program and Before & After Gallery that grooming industry leader, Wahl, in conjunction with GreaterGood.org have launched, and I encourage you… [Continue Reading]

Affiliate Links   Did you just see that?! Destroying the house when you’re out; incessant barking in the crate; lunging at people; barking at people…do any of these sound like your dog? I can put “Check!” next to a few. Today’s post is the final one in a three-part series on dog behaviors explained by the experts. We’ll tackling some of the tough stuff – separation anxiety and how you know if your dog has it; fear-agression issues and what that means. We even have some great advice for moms and… [Continue Reading]

Affiliate Links Taking Notesphoto credit: Seattle PI Ever wondered how your dog thinks? Are you unsure about how to deal with a behavior issue? There’s a new book called Decoding Your Dog, written by board-certified animal behaviorists, Drs. Debra Horwitz and John Ciribissi, and edited by nationally-syndicated pet journalist, Steve Dale, that can help. It’s easy to read and has great information on everything from choosing the right dog or adding a second dog, benevolent training tips, and solid, science-based evidence on how to treat things like aggression, separation anxiety, even advice… [Continue Reading]

Affiliate Links It may have been scientifically proven that dogs feel the same emotions we do, but that doesn’t mean we speak their language. With Jasper proving to be such an unexpected challenge in our lives, my husband and I need extra, super-sized tools to deal with his fear aggression and separation anxiety. I  I first received Decoding Your Dog at a press dinner here in New York for Steve Dale, the nationally-syndicated pet journalist and author. Steve edited the book, from interviews with Drs. Debra Horwitz and John Ciribassi, both board-certified veterinary animal behaviorists with… [Continue Reading]

Affiliate Links Gail Thackray What is your dog really thinking? If he’s a rescue, what experiences has he had that contributes toward his current behavior? How can we better understand our pets? These are all questions many of us have asked ourselves at one time or another. And, there’s a woman who can help us learn just that. We can gain a deeper understanding about our pets and just how important a role they play in our lives, in ways we never imagined. Gail Thackray is a British-born medium and animal… [Continue Reading]

Affiliate Links Best Friends Whether you’re an optimist or a pessimist, we could all use some help now and then, reminding ourselves what’s important and not to sweat the small stuff. But, instead of talking to a girlfriend, boyfriend or your mom when feeling low, sometimes we don’t need to look further than our dogs! They’re at the ready with unconditional love, and bounce back from adversity with enthusiasm for life. A fresh, new book has tapped into dog wisdom, offering easily digestible tips on life from our best friends. Spoiler… [Continue Reading]

Affiliate Links Whistle fan, Walter, on an adventure Wouldn’t it be fun to be able to track your dog’s activity, like we can do for ourselves? What about if there was a social network component, too, so you can share pictures and details from your adventures? And, a GPS device so you could stay in touch with your best friend anywhere, from your IOS or Android device? I discovered this sleek dog activity monitor and more at Global Pet Expo. It’s brand new, high tech, and it’s called the Whistle. The… [Continue Reading]