Mobility Aids Help Senior Dogs Keep Moving
When our dogs start to age, they may need help with activities that never use to be a problem. It's a good thing these mobility aids help them keep up!
Dog Care and Dog Services
There are a lot of options when it comes to dog care and dog services – training, grooming, day-care, spay and neuter services. It can be daunting, especially when you want the best for your pet. PetGuide.com offers information, news and advice so you’ll be able to make a well-informed decision when it comes to dog care and dog services.
Let’s face it; there’s a lot of stuff out there that you need to take proper care of your dog, but what’s essential and what’s optional? He needs neutering… but does he need a new set of neuticals? Find out! You need to board him for a few nights… but must it be a doggy spa? Let’s weigh the pros and cons. We all want to do right by our pet so how to decide when is enough, enough?
PetGuide’s Dog Care and Dog Services section helps sort through the myriad of grooming services available to pet owners and provides tips to help you choose the ones that best suit your needs. Whether you’re a busy, time-strapped professional who is looking for pointers on how to find a great groomer, sitter, trainer… or you’re budget-conscious and want to learn how to clip his nails and teach him basic commands yourself – we have you covered! PetGuide’s even got the lowdown on cool grooming products any non-pro can use. We take an easy-to-follow approach to sharing practical information you can use when making any pet-centric decision.
And because we’re committed to bringing you’re the latest and greatest when it comes to unique pet everything… we share not only trending stories, services and health updates, but product reviews from the biggest pet expos. Like the dog dryer suit (think Michelin man) every wet pooch must have… or must he? We got it covered in our Dog Care and Dog Services section.
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Bella Bella
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Bella Bella, 3.5 years old Terrier mix from Wilmington, Delaware. She is spayed, vaccinated, and housetrained.
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Shiloh
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Shiloh, a 2 years old Shiba Inu and Shepherd mix from Ballston Spa, New York. He is neutered, current on his vaccines, and knows basic commands.
6 Cool Tricks to Teach Your Dog
How did you get your dog to do that?! Tongues and tails will be wagging about your pup's amazing abilities. Here are a few cool tricks to teach your dog.
Adoptable Dog of the Week - Valentine
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Valentine, an around 5 years old mixed breed dog from Mandan, North Dakota.
How to Get a Job as a Professional Dog Sitter
To some, it sounds like the perfect job - looking after dogs full time. If you'd like to make the career change, we've put together a few pointers.
6 Common Mistakes You’re Making When Training Your Dog
We all make mistakes - even when it comes to our training our dogs. Let's go over the most common training mistakes and what you can do to correct them.
Adoptable Dog of the Week - Ruthie
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Ruthie, a 2 years old Labrador Retriever and Terrier mix from Pennington, New Jersey. She is spayed, up to date on her vaccines, microchipped, housetrained, crate trained, and she knows basic commands.
New Puppy Checklist: What You Need Before You Bring Him Home
Do you have everything you need for your puppy? We put together a new puppy checklist of essential itmes you should have before your furry addition arrives
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Bowie
An adorable furry goofball, 2-year-old Bowie the Black Lab mix from Lake Odessa, Michigan can't wait to cuddle with his new family.
4 Alternatives to Dog Boarding
Going away and don't want to board your dog? We've come up with a few alternatives to dog boarding that will help give you peace of mind while you're away.
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Chubby
He’s not fat… he’s just big boned! Just kidding – his name is Chubby, but he’s just a little guy. Chubby is our Adoptable Dog…
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Balto
Meet Balto, our Adoptable Dog of the Week. He's an adult Siberian Husky and Alaskan Malamute mix from Hastings, Nebraska.
Adoptable Dog of the Week-Gimley
While it seems like this pooch didn't have the best luck in his life, you'd never know by his behavior: Gimley is a sweet boy and a wonderful companion.
Tails From A Pet Sitter: Puppy, It’s Cold Outside
Pet Sitting Pro Rachel Leavy shares her experiences and has some tips on what to expect from your “watchdog” this holiday season While most peopl…
News Reporter Helps Save Dogs Left for Dead in Hurricane Florence
Two dogs who miraculously survived the flood waters after the hurricane get a second chance when a reporter spots them on a porch of an abandoned home.
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Spankee
Meet Spankee, our Adoptable Dog of the Week. Spankee is an adult English Pointer and Dalmatian Mix from Newcastle, Oklahoma. He’s already neutered, hou…
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Cinnamon
Cinnamon is a sweetie – and that’s why she’s our Adoptable Dog of the Week! This young lady is a 2-year-old American Staffordshire Terrier…
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Andrew
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Andrew, a 3 years old Pit Bull Terrier mix from Williston, Vermont. He is neutered and up to date on his shots.
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Logan
If you want a gentle, loving dog whose world will revolve around you, this handsome furball could be just the dog for you!
Adoptable Dog of the Week - Lorna
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Lorna, 1 year and 10 months old American Pitbull Terrier mix from Dayton, Ohio.
Adoptable Dog of the Week-Chewy
This Brussels Griffon mix is neutered and up to date on his vaccinations; he's also housetrained and gets along with other dogs and older children.
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Princess
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Princess, a year old Cocker Spaniel and Shih Tzu mix from East Hartford, Connecticut. Princess is spayed and vaccinated.
What’s the Right Collar or Harness for My Dog?
Harnesses, collars, and martingales, oh my! The pet industry is overflowing with dog-walking tools, but which one is right for your dog?
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Normandy
Say hello to Normandy, our Adoptable Dog of the Week from Adoptapet.com. Normandy is a young male Labrador Retriever and Shar Pei mix from San Diego, CA. He…
AKC Will Now Give Titles To Tricksters
Dogs and their humans enjoy the fun that comes with learning tricks, and the American Kennel Club is launching a new program just for dogs who do tricks!
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Sahara
If you are looking for a smart, affectionate dog to share your life with, you'll fall head over heels for this charming pooch!
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Maerdy
This gorgeous guy is a party on legs! Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Maerdy, a 2 years old Australian Cattle Dog (Blue Heeler) from Gretna, Nebraska.
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Mama
Meet Mama, our Adoptable Dog of the Week. Mama is an adult female King Charles Spaniel and Bichon Frise mix from Baton Rouge, LA. She is already spayed, hous…
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Clover
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Clover, a 6 to 7 years old long-haired German Shepherd from Incline Village, Nevada.
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Chrisy
This week’s adoptable dog from Adoptapet.com is Chrisy, a Labrador Retriever Mix from Manhasset, NY. She’s young, cute and much more – if f…
What Are the Benefits of Dog Massage?
Everyone likes a nice, relaxing massage – no doubt about it. It helps us unwind, soothes sore muscles, and can promote the release of “happy hormones” such as endorphins, serotonin, and dopamine.
Preparing For Your Pup’s First Day Of Doggy Daycare
It’s the big day – your pooch’s first day of doggy daycare. Are you both ready for it? When it’s time for your pooch’s first da…
Shelter Spotlight: Badass Brooklyn Animal Rescue
You can say that this shelter has balls! We love the Badass Brooklyn Animal Rescue motto: "Saving badass dogs from idiot humans."
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Lin
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Lin, a 2 years old Australian Cattle Dog and Labrador Retriever mix from Nashville, Tennessee.
How Social Media Gets Animals Adopted- And What You Can Do to Help
Here are the social media practices that actually help pets in need, as well as poor social media behavior you should avoid at all costs.
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Mr. Big
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Mr. Big, a year old Labrador Retriever mix from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. He is neutered, vaccinated, and housetrained.
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Ryder
This week’s adoptable dog from Adoptapet.com is Ryder. This sweet guy is a St. Bernard/American Pitbull Terrier Mix and is available for adoption in Sp…
All About Neutering Dogs
Thinking about neutering your dog? Here are a few basics you should brush up on before making a decision. Neutering is something that every owner of a male d…
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Blake
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Blake, a 6 years old Beagle mix from Anderson, Indianapolis. This pretty pooch is neutered, vaccinated, and fully trained.
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Levi
If you're looking for a pooch who can keep up with you, Levi is the dog for you! He's a six-month-old male Labrador Retriever mix from Newell, Iowa.
How to Manage Leash Reactivity in Your Dog
Is taking your dog for a walk a battle? He may be leash reactive. Let's talk about what causes this and how to manage it.
Top 10 Reasons for Adopting a Senior Dog
Looking to adopt? Choose an older dog. There are plenty of reasons why you should adopt a senior dog, and we've outlined just 10 of them!
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Noah
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Noah, a 3 years old Labrador Retriever mix from Bloomington, Illinois. This gorgeous black Lab will steal your heart!
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Bo
We’d like you to meet Bo, our Adoptable Dog of the Week from Adoptapet.com. This handsome Jack Russell Terrier and Chihuahua mix is from Port Clinton,…
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Mackenzie
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Mackenzie, a 3 to 4 years old Pug mix from Bedford, New Hampshire. This adorable little girl is spayed and vaccinated.
What is a Facility Dog?
You've heard of therapy dogs and service dogs, but what about facility dogs? A facility dog is trained for work in a facility setting.
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Tidbit
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Tidbit - a happy guy with so much love to give. Tidbit is an adult male Chihuahua mix from Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania.
Shelter Spotlight: Pet Peace of Mind
A non-profit that helps palliative patients who have pets, Pet Peace of Mind fills a much-needed gap that's been created by an aging generation.
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Brownie
Brownie is our Adoptable Dog of the Week. An adult female German Wirehaired Pointer Mix, she's waiting for her forever home in Dodson, Montana.
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Stevie Nicks
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Stevie Nicks, a Wirehaired Terrier and Basset Hound mix that is between 5 and 6 yo and comes from Little Rock, Arkansas.
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Trix
Silly humans, Trix is for kids... and families... and everybody! This adorable young American Staffordshire Terrier Mix hails from Chestertown, Maryland.
Shelter Spotlight: Florida Little Dog Rescue
Wonderful things come in small packages. Case in point: the pooches available for adoption through Florida Little Dog Rescue.
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Simon
Meet Simon, our Adoptable Dog of the Week from Adoptapet.com. Simon is an adult male American Pit Bull Terrier and American Staffordshire Terrier Mix from Pe…
Shelter Spotlight: Luvable Dog Rescue
A shelter that lets dogs commune with nature, Luvable Dog Rescue houses its residents in quaint little cottages! Where do we sign up?
How to Stop Begging at the Table
Can't resist those sad, puppy dog eyes? If your chowhound can't keep his paws off of you while you're eating, try these strategies.
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Louie
This cute 4 year old Brussels Griffon and Shih-Tzu mix from Seattle, Washington might be tiny but he has a big personality.
Choosing The Right Boarding Kennel For You And Your Dog
Need-to-know tips. Parting is such sweet sorrow - so it makes a world of difference when you pick a boarding kennel that takes care of your dog properly.
A Dog is Adopted After 7 Years in Shelter After An Emotional Discovery
The staff at Bloomsburg Animal Resource Center have titled this “an extremely special adoption”, and advised readers that “they might want to grab a tissue real quick for this one”.
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Max
Are you ready to take adorableness to the max? Because Max, our Adoptable Dog of the Week is! Max is an adult male Toy Poodle and Chihuahua mix from Oklahoma…