Dogs

Key Takeaways Yes, many healthy dogs can eat plain, properly cooked chickpeas in moderation. Chickpeas are not toxic to dogs, but they should be an occasional addition rather than a replacement for a balanced dog diet. Plain cooked chickpeas are safer than canned, seasoned, roasted, or processed chickpea products. Chickpeas provide fiber, plant-based protein, vitamins, […]

New Year, new you: Non-fiction books that inspired me to feel better and be better PLUS Level up with my 2023 resolution reading list! The past few years have been ‘work on me’ years. I suffered from depression and chronic pain for a long time. My healing journey included moving cities, taking a years-long break from […]

I work from home. I’m guessing many of you do, too. I juggle a busy family. I’m guessing many of you do that, too. I also love my cats, Newt and Ripley, to absolute pieces, and I’m positive you love your cats, too. But, sheesh. They sure can plan the exact right moment to walk […]

Day 1 “My life on the road, oh I love it and I hate it. Sitting in airports, glad and frustrated and waiting for (planes) to arrive” (Billy Sprague). Today started at 5 a.m., with a 5:30 notification that the plane was delayed by “172 minutes,” then delayed another hour, then took off another 45 […]

Some dogs survive unimaginable cruelty and spend the rest of their lives showing just how much can still be possible when they’re finally treated with kindness. Van Gogh was one of those dogs, and the beloved one-eared rescue left behind a legacy that reached far beyond the people lucky enough to know him personally. According […]

This post contains affiliate links, and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.  Learn More Updated September 2026 Crate training can be a surprisingly controversial subject among dog owners. Some people swear by crates and consider them one of […]

If your dog prefers savory snacks to crunchy biscuits, these homemade beef and carrot dog muffins may become a new favorite. They’re soft, meaty, easy to portion, and made with simple ingredients you can recognize. Lean ground beef gives the muffins their irresistible flavor, while finely grated carrots and mashed sweet potato help create a […]

After decades of sharing my life with dogs, I’ve learned that pain doesn’t always announce itself with a limp or a yelp. Sometimes it’s a pause before jumping onto the sofa, or a dog who can’t seem to get comfortable. A change in the way they walk, sleep, play, or interact with you. Those little […]

  Taking your dog on a road trip can be a wonderful experience, but traveling with a dog requires more preparation than simply putting them in the car and driving away. The best dog travel products for road trips can help keep your dog secure, comfortable, hydrated, entertained, and easier to manage during long journeys. […]

Search for “Indian Pariah dog price” and you’ll find something most breed-price guides don’t have to address: a significant portion of the honest answer is “free” or close to it. The Indian Pariah, also called the Indian Native Dog or INDog, is the original street dog of the subcontinent — and unlike almost every other […]