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Fun with French Bulldogs: A Breed Guide   French bulldogs are one of the most popular small dog breeds. Often referred to as Frenchies, these petite pups are known for their perky bat-like ears, adorably wrinkly faces and small, stocky bodies. An easygoing and adaptable breed, French bulldogs are loveable companions. Learn more about the breed’s history and unique characteristics.   European Roots   French bulldogs actually originated in England. The breed is actually a toy version of the much larger English bulldog. Frenchies have a colorful history, serving as companions to lace makers in and conversation starters in brothels...

The No-Fuss Guide to Moving With a Pet   As tough as moving day is on humans (“Lift with your knees!” “Don’t put that there!” “Where’s the toilet paper?!”), our pets have an even harder time. Their usual environment starts changing around them, and then they are suddenly thrust into a new one. Not to mention, pets are extremely good at picking up on our moods, so they’re sharing all the stress we carry while we prep, pack, and settle.   So how do we make this process easier on our furry friends? Here are a few tips:   Before...

Getting to Know the Vizsla: A Breed Guide   Vizslas are a distinct breed, one that is increasingly recognizable thanks to social media fame. Though you may have seen your first V, as they are affectionately known by many who own them, on Instagram, this dog has been around for a longer than you might think. Take a look back at the history of the breed and learn about what it takes to be the owner of a healthy, happy Vizsla.      Image by Pixabay History   Vizslas originated with the Magyar people in Europe, eventually becoming reserved as...

How to Balance Working from Home and Being a Dog Owner Many people are facing months of working from home. While this means you now have so much more time with your pets in a day, you still need to manage all of your work responsibilities. Our dogs don’t understand the concept of an important video call; they just want to play. What can you do to help both you and your dog manage this new work-from-home routine?   Invest in Some New Toys Back when you left home for the office every day, your dog probably spent most of...

This Spot is MINE: Can We Stop a Dog From Marking His Territory?   It’s always the same: your walks with Buster result in stop to pee quickly on telephone poles, mailboxes, lampposts, whatever.  Or, Dixie is squatting and letting out small amounts of pee every few feet, it seems. You wonder: how much can this pup pee? And why is he/she doing it?   Basically, dogs are territorial: they mark surroundings with a small bit of urine to let other dogs know that they consider the spots they’re marking THEIR territory. That bit of urine tells other dogs the...