We interviewed Natalie Urso and her pups Larry and Delilah from Wicker Park, Chicago, USA! So Natalie, tell us about yourself and your doggos!...
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Interview with Natalie Urso
Taking Steps Amid the Chaos
March 2021 Update: We are open and ready for new clients! All dog walkers and cat sitters have been fully vaccinated for...
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Six Natural Dog Anxiety Aids
Six Natural Dog Anxiety Aids Lots of things can cause apprehension in our canines— loud noises, crowded spaces, unpredictable routines, even separation...
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Are Grain Free Diets Good for Your Dog?
Are Grain Free Diets Good for Your Dog? So just what IS causing your pup’s itchy skin or chronic ear infections? In...
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Interview With CuteStrayDogs
Here's a story featuring Suhani from Delhi, India with Shiro, A.K.A. @CuteStrayDogs on Instagram! "She is just so cute. Actually she is...
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15 Things to Watch on Netflix & Disney + With Your Dog
Grab the popcorn, cuddle up on the couch, and treat your favorite canine movie critic to the ultimate night-in. The formula for...
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Interview With Teddy_Thomas_Livingston
We interviewed Brady from Knoxville TN, USA with Teddy, A.K.A. @Teddy_Thomas_Livingston on Instagram! Tell us about Teddy! "We got teddy about 9 years...
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Interview With Xena_Smiff
We interviewed Deon Smith from South Wales, UK with Xena Smith, A.K.A. @Xena_Smiff on Instagram! Tell us about Xena! " Xena is a...
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How to Introduce Your Dog To Your New Baby
How to Introduce Your Dog To Your New Baby Congratulations on the new baby! Parenting is a hard, yet a rewarding...
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Interview With LordWrigleyOfTheErie
We interviewed Sarah from Cleveland Heights, OH, USA with Wrigley, A.K.A. @LordWrigleyOfTheErie on Instagram! Tell us about Wrigley "Wrigley is our shelter...
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Interview With RubyBTheCavoodle
We interviewed Tonia Bonello from Sydney Australia with Ruby, A.K.A. @RubyBTheCavoodle on Instagram! Tell us about Ruby! "She is full of energy and...
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Interview With My.Friend.Freya
We interviewed Leanne & Tim from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada with their pet Freya, A.K.A. @MY.FRIEND.FREYA on Instagram! Tell us about Freya! " Freya...
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At-Home Dog Grooming During COVID-19
At-Home Dog Grooming During COVID-19 When times are trying, loyal canines can provide much-needed companionship. But current social distancing guidelines are changing...
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Stormy Day Dog Training Games
Stormy Day Dog Training Games Chicago certainly isn’t the only city to experience erratic weather patterns as winter releases its grip. All...
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Interview With Memphis_The_AmericanBulldog
We interviewed Skylar from Hagersville, Ontario, Canada with her pet Memphis, A.K.A. @Memphis_The_AmericanBulldog on Instagram! Tell us about Memphis! "Memphis is a 1.5-year-old...
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Interview With Copper_The_Pomchi
We interviewed Justice from Muncie, Indiana, USA, with her dog Copper, A.K.A. @Copper_The_Pomchi on Instagram! Tell us about Copper! “Copper is a hyperactive,...
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Interview With Toby.Atlanta
We interviewed Toby.Atlanta from Instagram! Tell us where how your pet found their forever home! “Toby is actually pretty special; I know most...
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The Ultimate Guide to Preparing your Pet Sitter
The Ultimate Guide to Preparing your Pet Sitter Though we wish we could take our pets everywhere with us, most owners know...
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Interview With Tales.Of.Tuck
We interviewed Kasey from Eastern Kentucky, USA, with her dog Tucker Merle, A.K.A. Tales.Of.Tuck on Instagram! Tell us about Tucker and where did...
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Interview With LifeWithJoy2019
We interviewed Ankita from Bangalore, India, with her pet Joy, A.K.A. LifeWithJoy2019 on Instagram! Tell us about Joy! “Joy is a cute little...
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Interview With Dramieandfergie_
We interviewed Anna Foster from Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA, with her pets Drama and Fergie, A.K.A. Dramieandfergie_ on Instagram! Tell us about Drama and...
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Interview With Tucker_The_Doberman_
We interviewed Alexis from Montreal, Quebec-Canada with her dog Tucker, A.K.A. Tucker_The_Doberman_ on Instagram! Tell us about Tucker! “He is a one-year-old European...
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Interview with OneEyedLilyCorg!
We interviewed Morgan Cooper from Cleveland, Ohio, USA with her pet Lily, A.K.A. ONEEYEDLILYCORG on Instagram! Tell us about Lily! "Lily is such a...
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6 Ways to Keep Your Dog Entertained Indoors
Updated 5/24/2026 While nothing beats a great outdoor walk, there are plenty of days when keeping your dog entertained indoors becomes a...
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Interview With Daily_Dose_Of_Koa
We asked Brianna and Johnathon from Alaska USA with their pet KOA, A.K.A. Daily_Dose_Of_Koa on Instagram about their story! So Whats Your Story? "I...
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5 Ways to Support a Friend After a Dog Loss
The silence after losing a dog is deafening. If someone you care about is navigating the heartbreak of pet loss, knowing how...
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Preparing Your Pup For Spring
Preparing Your Pup For Spring There may still be a chill in the air, but spring is just around the corner and...
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Interview With LazyDogAwardGoesTo
We interviewed Khaleesi, A.K.A. LAZYDOGAWARDGOESTO on Instagram! So What's Your Story? "Khaleesi was an abused dog that was rescued and spent...
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Canines and Coronavirus: Six Care Tips
Canines and Coronavirus: Six Care Tips The term “coronavirus” is on everyone’s mind these days. As the Centers for Disease Control (CDC)...
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Postal Pups
Postal Pups If you’ve ever had a dog or been at friend who has a dog’s house, there’s a 99.98% chance you’ve...
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Interview with Moxie The Love Bug
We interviewed Moxiethelovebug from Instagram! Tell us where how your pet found its forever home and how your pet sparks joy in your...
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Is Free Feeding Good or Bad for my Dog?
Is Free Feeding Good or Bad for my Dog? If your pup is like…well, just about every other pup large or...
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Interview with Little_Miss_Tilly
We interviewed Courtney Gabrus from Bennington, Vermont USA with her pet Tilly, A.K.A. LITTLE_MISS_TILLY on Instagram! Tell us about Tilly! "Tilly...
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Keeping Your Pets Safe During Covid-19 Pandemic
Keeping Your Pets Safe During Covid-19 Pandemic The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says COVID 19 is spread to people...
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The Best Exercises For Dogs With Arthritis
The Best Exercises For Dogs With Arthritis "Time waits for no man"...nor dog. Whether we age gracefully or otherwise...we age. You might...
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Tail-Wagging TLC Tips for Older Dogs
Seeing that beautiful white fur begin to crop up around your dog's snout can be an incredibly bittersweet milestone. As our dogs...
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Bringing Your Dog to Work: How to Create a Dog-Friendly Office
Bringing Your Dog to Work: How to Create a Dog-Friendly Office You’re off to work…but poor Roxie is watching you with those...
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What Type of Dog Fits Your Lifestyle?
What Type of Dog Fits Your Lifestyle? Having a dog is an extraordinary experience. Your pet is your constant companion, the star...
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4 Wintertime Activities for You and Your Dog in Chicago
4 Wintertime Activities for You and Your Dog in Chicago Get Moving at Jackson Bark Most dog parks in the city are...
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How Much You Might Spend on Owning a Dog
Thinking about bringing a new puppy home for the family? Before you succumb to those adorable puppy dog eyes, it's vital to...
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What's Your Story?
Share your pet adoption story with Sparky Steps! Join our #SparkAndBark spotlight to inspire others, celebrate your rescue journey, and help find...
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New Year’s Resolutions for You and Your Dog
New Year’s Resolutions for You and Your Dog If you are resolving to make some changes in 2020, you can take your...
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How to Make Bathing a Dog Easier
“I LOVE getting baths!”…said few dogs, ever. If your household bath time turns into a wet, stressful wrestling match, you are definitely...
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Can Dogs Help You Live Longer?
We all know that our dogs make us incredibly happy, but could those soulful eyes and fluffy tails actually be the secret...
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Emotional Support Dogs vs. Service Dogs
From support peacocks to miniature horses, the world of assistance animals has seen plenty of wild, viral headlines. But behind the rumors...
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Older Dogs Need Love, Too: Consider Adopting a Senior Dog!
In American society, we oftentimes relate “old” to “useless”, but this should certainly not be the case when it comes to living...
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Preparing to Adopt a Second Dog
Adding a second dog to your home is a major life event for your current pet’s nervous system. To avoid "pack tension,"...
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Curbing Enthusiasm: Get Your Dog to Stop Jumping on Your Guests
“Down!” This is a command, like “Sit” or “Stay”, that many people like to train their dogs to do. It involves having...
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How to Socialize Dogs and Children
Dogs and kids can be a really big part of life, but if the two don’t know how to get along the...
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Becoming Man’s Best Friend: The Story of Dog Evolution
Evolutionary History Becoming Man’s Best Friend: The Story of Dog Evolution From fierce Pleistocene apex predators to loving fireside companions, trace the...
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