Author: Alicia

Health + Wellness

7 Ways to Keep Fido Fit (and Happy)

Feel like you’re on a wild goose chase trying to keep your dog slim, trim, and in shape? You aren’t alone. Research shows that dogs who stay in shape live longer, healthier, and happier lives, so keeping your furry companion moving is important. This is just one of the many

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Health + Wellness

Best Natural Food Choices for Your Dog

You love your dog, and you want what’s best for him, but what do you really know about the food he eats? Is he on a strict dog kibble diet, or do you occasionally sneak him a sweet treat from the dinner table? If you do, you should know that

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Understanding Dogs

Understanding Your Service Dog’s Body Language

America’s service dogs single-handedly save lives and enable people with disabilities to live fuller lives each and every day. If you have a service dog, you already recognize just how valuable your dog can be to your life in a wide variety of ways. While at work, he or she

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Safety Tips + Advice

Cold Weather Tips for Your Pup

Oh, the weather outside is frightful…but thankfully, there are ways to make your time outdoors with your pup delightful! Even if you live in the coldest parts of the United States, it is still possible to enjoy at least some time outdoors with your dog – and not just for

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Safety Tips + Advice

Make Introductions PAWesome with This Step-by-Step Guide

So, you’ve decided to adopt another furry little love. First, congratulations! You can look forward to years of joy, playtime, and bonding with your new friend. Whether you’re adopting a dog, a cat, or something else entirely, the way you introduce your new pet can significantly impact how well he

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Training + Obedience

7 Things To Avoid When Training Your Pup

There’s nothing like a well-behaved, well-trained dog to make people smile. Whether you want your pooch to learn basic manners, or you’re trying to teach an old dog new tricks, adhering to proper training protocols is important. Judging the right training protocols for your dog’s unique personality isn’t always easy.

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Canine Companions

Top Benefits of Service Dogs for People with Disabilities

Living with a disability often means finding new ways to overcome daily challenges, and service dogs are becoming an increasingly popular way to provide people who have disabilities with the assistance they need to ensure their well-being. At first glance, many people wonder what a dog can actually do when

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Health + Wellness

Natural Ways to Help Your Dog’s Arthritis Pain

An old dog is a beloved dog – or at least that’s how it should be. There’s just something remarkably sweet about senior dogs. They’ve matured enough to lose some of their most challenging behaviors, but they never lose their exuberance for life and joy for being with you as

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Health + Wellness

9 Definitive Backyard Breeder Red Flags

You’ve decided to adopt a dog – how wonderful for you! Both the process of finding the right pup and bringing home a new furry friend are exciting, and filled with joy. What better excuse to visit and play with as many puppies as possible? It’s easy to get caught

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Sporting Dogs

Identifying the Best Canine Breeds for Bird Hunting

Dogs and humans have been hunting companions for generations. In fact, it is believed that dogs were first domesticated specifically for the purpose of hunting. While technology has contributed to great leaps in hunting strategies, there is just nothing that can compare to the benefit of having a dog by

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