Saturday, 05 Sep, 2026

How to Road Trip With a Dog: What 30 Years Taught Me

After more than 30 years of traveling with dogs, I’ve learned that a successful road trip with a dog has very little to do with what happens on the road and everything to do with what happens beforehand. Packing the right dog travel essentials matters, but the dogs who travel best understand routines, can settle […]

Contest! Escape or Joy—What Do You Think?

The contest deadline has passed; I will publish the results in another post. It’s been 12 years since I had a contest, and I’ve learned a little since then. Back in 2013, I challenged people to match a ridiculous number of photos to descriptions of the situation by observing my dog Summer’s facial expressions. Some […]

How Structured Daycare Supports Long-Term Behavioral Health

People often rely on calendars to keep their lives organized, while dogs rely on routines and their internal clocks to help them understand what comes next. When pups experience consistent daily patterns, they often feel more comfortable and secure because they know what to expect throughout the day. This sense of predictability can help support […]

How to Clean Your Dog Collar: A Complete Dog Collar Cleaning Guide

  Dog collars get disgusting. They’re on your pet 24/7, soaking up sweat, dirt, bacteria, and whatever your dog rolls in outside. Most people bathe their dogs regularly, but never think about the collar hanging around their neck all day. Here’s the problem: a filthy collar irritates skin, causes bald patches, and breeds bacteria that […]

Why Do Dogs Sigh When They Lie Down? The Surprising Meaning Behind This Adorable Habit

If you’re a dog owner, you’ve probably heard it countless times. Your dog circles their favorite spot, settles into their bed, couch, or the floor, and then lets out a long, dramatic sigh. “Uhhhhhh…” Sometimes it sounds like they’re exhausted after a hard day’s work. Other times, it almost seems as if they’re frustrated with […]

Can You Please Just Pick A Toy? Why Your Dog Keeps Changing The Rules Of Fetch

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Learn more. If you’ve ever owned a dog, you’ve probably seen this before. Your dog brings you a tennis ball, only to abandon it the moment you reach for it and return with a squeaky duck […]