6 Month Old Golden Retriever: Survival Guide for Owners
If your 6 month old golden retriever has turned into a biting, zooming, selective-hearing tornado. You haven’t done anything wrong. “You’re in the teenage velociraptor phase of golden development.”— r/goldenretrievers community Most owners at this stage quietly wonder if they made a mistake. The owners who push through, with the right information — end up […]
500 Country Inspired Dog Names
Last updated on March 12, 2026 By Puppy Leaks Leave a Comment Looking for that perfect name for your new pup but don’t know where to begin? Don’t worry, you’ve come to the right place. One of my favorite things to do is put together dog name lists to help new owners come up with […]
Close-up from Mommy’s Lap #SundaySelfie
Erin the Cat Princess said… That is an amazingly nice selfie. It has instant art appeal and would make a lovely portrait for any gallery or home. Have a week as wonderful as your selfie.ERin March 15, 2026 at 2:38 AM Lynn and Precious said… Mudpie you always look adorable. And we’re always glad to see […]
February 2026 DDR Rocker Puppy Dog Rescue Sponsorship Recaps – Deaf Dogs Rock
February 2026 was a very busy month for our Rocker Puppy Sponsorship program with 15 deaf dogs being sponsored into our amazing rescue partners across the country! The core mission of our Deaf Dogs Rock Rocker Dog/Puppy Rescue sponsorship program is to set up each deaf dog or puppy for success by networking and sponsoring […]
My Chicken Fractured Her Leg! – Pressplay Pets
As a new chicken mum I sure have had to learn a lot fast! From starter feed, grower feed, layer feed, medicated feed, pellets, crumbles, mash, apple cider vinegar with garlic, worming, different poop colours (and that smells that come with the various colours!) and then the annual moult, as you step out the back […]
Why Cancel Pet Insurance | Champion of My Heart
Question: Why cancel pet insurance? Short answer: Because it now costs way too much for my budget As of mid-September 2025, I canceled our pet insurance renewal — after having policies on all 3 dogs since the day we adopted them (11 years ago for Clover, as an example). A 65% increase up to $556/month […]
They Decide to Foster a Shelter Kitten, But the Young Cat Has Plans of Her Own When She Finds Her Person
They opened their home to foster a shelter kitten, but the little cat had plans of her own when she found her favorite person. MarshmallowErin at Sparkle Cat Rescue At just three weeks old, a dilute calico arrived at the county shelter in desperate need of a bottle feeder. She had been found alone in […]
How to Train Your Dog to Stay Calm Around Strangers (Step-by-Step Guide)
If you ever have a dog that greets everyone, it seems like they’re best friends. The furry little adventurer is adorable. But it can become a nuisance if it jumps on every person that approaches. Sometimes, these strangers can be even more dangerous and unpredictable than usual; they might be bigger, stronger, or even carrying […]
Busy Schedule? These 20 Dog Breeds Handle It Best
When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn a commission. Here’s how it works. Being busy doesn’t mean you shouldn’t have a dog, but it does mean you need the right kind of dog. Some breeds need hours of stimulation, enrichment puzzles, and what feels like a full-time internship in advanced obedience. […]
A Year Without Lola | Lola The Rescued Cat
Today marks one year since Lola left this earthly plane and made her transition. Grief has an interesting effect on time. This year has passed at lightning speed and dragged at a snail’s pace simultaneously. Grief also has an interesting effect on memory. Her last day with me is as vivid as if it happened […]