Banana-Rama Grain-Free Dog Treat Recipe
What do you do with those leftover bananas that are going bad? Don't throw them out - use them in a homemade dog treat.
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PetGuide.com’s dog blog keeps you in the know about the coolest dog supplies, events, dog shows and breaking dog news. In fact, if you missed your local pet expo/extravaganza (again) and you just know your little guy would have loved all those yummy sample treats and fun contests, don’t feel guilty… feel determined to stay on top of all future opportunities for you and your pooch to spend some quality time together by using PetGuide.com’s Dog Blog to help build your social calendar!
Read up on the latest news and events taking place near you and then just mark the dates to make sure you and your pup are always ahead of the pack when it comes to getting tickets. Or perhaps you’re feeling like one lucky dog – PetGuide has loads of great contests and competitions where you can enter to win super cool prizes that are sure to turn your good boy into top dog of the neighborhood. And because we love newshounds and those who can’t start the day without reading all about it, we’ve fetched the top stories from around the canine world – from new laws to celebrity pets to adoption drives and more, our dog blog keeps you in the know.
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Top 10 Stocking Stuffers For Dogs
There's a lot of awesome stuff out there and it can be hard to choose to get your furry BFF. That's why we've got our Top 10 Stocking Stuffers for Dogs.
How To Convince Your Boss To Offer Pet Insurance
Dog insurance is becoming an increasingly popular workplace perk. Here’s how you can talk to your boss about adding it to your benefits package. Pet i…
Upside Down Dog Of The Week – Bruiser
Let’s get down and dirty with Bruiser, this week’s Upside Down Dog of the Week from Upsidedowndogs.com. A 9-year-old male Catahoula Leopard Dog f…
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Barrels
We’d like to introduce you to Barrels, our Adoptable Dog of the Week from Adoptapet.com. Barrels is a adult male Pitbull from Austin, TX. He is already…
File This Under Ideas We Love: Pet Food Bank Opens In Toronto
You know you really love your pet when you’re willing to give up your meal just so your dog has something to eat. But why choose, asked Cara Heitmann?…
Mountain Boarding With Dogs: Off-Roading Adventures Powered By Pooches
Kevin Roberts finally gets his feet on a mountain board – and suffers a hard break. Here’s what he learned from his spills and thrills, and what…
Homemade Dehydrated Dog Jerky Recipe
I love our readers - they are so helpful and have some really awesome ideas. Linda Dwyer passed along an idea for a Homemade Dehydrated Dog Jerky Recipe.
Pet Nup Provides Security For Pets In Times Of Divorce
Have a pet nuptial plan in place for your pooch if things don’t work out Divorce sucks for everyone involved… unless of course, you’re a l…
Expert Advice: Supplements and Diet For Senior Dogs
Older dogs have specialized dietary needs. Sabine Contreras, Canine Care and Nutrition Consultant, knows just what to serve up to your senior dog to ensure h…
Upside Down Dog Of The Week – Alena
This is Alena, our Upside Down Dog of the Week. Alana was a Red Nosed Pitbull who has recently departed for the Rainbow Bridge. Here’s what her owner E…
Upside Down Dog Of The Week – Ace
It’s time to get upside down! Meet Ace, our Upside Down Dog of the Week from Upsidedowndogs.com. Ace is a 9-year-old male Bichon Frise from Kansas City…
Upside Down Dog Of The Week – Bailey
Meet Bailey, our Upside Down Dog of the Week. This Doga (That’s Yoga for dogs) fanatic is a 1-year-old Maltipoo from Honolulu, Hawaii! Here’s wha…
7 Ways To Get Your Dog Ready For Winter
Before the weather outside turns frightful, make sure you and your dog are ready for winter Brrrrrr! It’s already starting to get cold outside. In no t…
Three Cheers For Chateau La Paws Wine!
Newly re-launched wine brand pairs dog lovers with a vintage that helps rescue shelters and dogs in need Whether you’re toasting to your pooch’s…
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Leeta
We’re pleased to introduce you to Leeta, our Adoptable Dog of the Week from Adoptapet.com. Leeta is a young female Boston Terrier and French Bulldog mi…
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Maude
Meet Maude, our Adoptable Dog of the Week. Maude is an adult female English Bulldog from Decatur, Illinois. She’s already spayed, housetrained, purebre…
Paw It Forward With Random Acts Of Kindness For Pets
Help dogs while you shop on a website dedicated to helping pets and sharing their stories Everyone has heard of the expression ‘pay it forward,’…
PetHub Turns Smartphones Into A Valuable Tracking Tool
Just scan the QR code on PetHub’s tag to identify a lost dog Most dogs aren’t equipped with a microchip, but most humans are equipped with a smar…
Quinoa Grain-Free Dog Treat Recipes
I love quinoa - it's grain and gluten free and it's high in protein. It really was a no-brainer to use it in my Quinoa Grain-Free Dog Treat Recipe.
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Product Review: Chuckit LIGHTPLAY Line [Video]
Now that the days are shorter, there’s less light. That means when you get home from work, it’s hard to get outside to play fetch. But Kevin Robe…
Upside Down Dog Of The Week – Buddy
We want you to look forward to Tuesdays and that’s why we always feature our Upside Down Dog of the Week from Upsidedowndogs.com on this day. This week…
Petco Officially Pulls All Made-in-China Treats From Shelves
Three cheers for Petco! They no longer sell any made in China pet treats, which could pose a health risk to our furry friends. As we reported last year, Pet…
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Ned
Are you looking for your perfect match? We’d like to introduce you to Ned, our lovable Adoptable Dog of the Week. Ned is a young male Pitbull Terrier m…
How is Commercial Dog Food Regulated?
Ever wonder how commercial dog food is regulated? We go over what companies have to do before kibble hits the shelves. Commercial food products for people ar…
Your Jealous Dog: Study Shows Jealousy In Dogs Is Real
Does it surprise you that Fido may have a jealous side? Researchers find that pooches can turn into a green-eyed monster, too. Ever met a dog at a park or a…
Peanut Butter and Pumpkin Dog Treat Recipe
Our Peanut Butter and Pumpkin Dog Treat Recipe is a flavorful combination. We combined peanut butter with a digestible favorite, pureed pumpkin.
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Berkley
Meet Berkley, our Adoptable Dog of the Week from Adoptapet.com. This little fellow is a Rat Terrier mix that lives in New Milford, CT and can’t wait to…
Common Myths About Spaying And Neutering Your Dog
As a responsible pet parent, you'll be faced with whether or not you will spay or neuter your dog. Let's look at common myths about spaying and neutering.
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Rosie
Say hi to Rosie, our Adoptable Dog of the Week from Adoptapet.com. Rosie is a young Golden Retriever mix from North Little Rock, AR. She is already spayed, h…
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Pawly Lets You Play With Your Pet Even When You’re Not Home [Video]
This robot pet sitter wants to help you be there for your pet, but your help is needed to make Pawly a reality. We all know the feeling. Leaving your pet at…
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Rover
We’d like to introduce you to Rover, our Adoptable Dog of the Week from Adoptapet.com. Rover is an adult male that lives in Naperville, IL and is a Lab…
Carob And Pumpkin Dog Cake Recipe
I feel really bad because I’m not going to Trick or Treat with Oscar for Halloween (I’ll be hanging with other pet bloggers at Barkworld). To mak…
City Of Mississauga Passes Milestone Ban On Outdoor Confinement For Pe
With the new bylaw in place, owners will no longer be allowed to leave dogs outside for extended periods of time. Dogs in Mississauga, Ontario, just let out…
2014 Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show Awards Best In Show To Wire Fox
It’s the end of the another Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show (there’s been 138 of them to be exact), and the 2014 Best In Show Trophy was awarded…
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Animal Planet to Air Puppy Bowl XI on February 1 [Video]
Finally, some football we actually want to watch! Apparently there’s some big football game happening on Sunday, February 1st…hmmmm, we wouldn&r…
Gluten-Free Ghoulishly Good Pumpkin Dog Treat Recipe
Did you hear that? Was that a creaking oven door? Creepy paw steps walking toward me? OMD! It’s… it’s… Oh, wait… it’s…
On The Road Again: Road Tripping With Your Dog
To say that Kevin Roberts has taken the road less traveled is an understatement. He’s a really outdoors kind of guy, and he brings his dogs along for t…
Tail Waggin’ Peanut Butter and Bacon Dog Treats Recipe
When you mix bacon with peanut butter youve got a recipe for great yumminess! Thats why this Peanut Butter and Bacon Dog Treats Recipe will be a huge hit.
DIY Vintage Crate Dog And Cat Beds
Pets will sleep sweetly on this vintage crate bed you can make at home I’ve been on a DIY kinda kick lately. Usually, I bake a batch of dog treats and…
Adoptable Dog of the Week
Meet Reno, our Adoptable Dog of the Week from Adoptapet.com. This Labrador Retriever mix is a young fella from Tucson, AZ. He is already neutered, housetrain…
What Is Giardia In Dogs?
Does your dog have a belly ache? The cause may be from an intestinal infection called Giardia. Learn more about the parasite behind giardia in dogs.
Ancient Dogs Provide Clues About North America’s Early Inhabitants
Research digs up evidence on how the North American dog/human dynamic has changed over the centuries New research out of the University of Illinois is using…
8 Sure-Fire Dog Constipation Home Remedies
At some point in his life, your dog will get constipated. But as a pet parent, there are some home remedies you can try to help with dog constipation.
Cannonball! Check Out These Adorable Pictures Of Puppies Underwater
Yes, this is actually someone’s day job (and it’s okay to be jealous). Professional photographer Seth Casteel has made a career out of taking gre…
Fitness With Fido – Get Moving And Get Muttivated!
Obesity is on the rise – in both humans and dogs. If the thought of a workout doesn’t get you excited, perhaps you’ve been looking at it th…
Just Pet Me! Why Your Dog Wishes You Would Stop Talking And Start Pett
Scientists have discovered something many dog lovers may already know, at least intuitively: our canine companions prefer petting over vocal praise. Two rese…
Road To Recovery: Post-Operative Spay And Neuter Care
Before your dog heads into surgery, here’s what you should know about the spay and neuter procedure If you’re going to have your dog spayed or ne…
20 Puppies Abandoned In A Field Will Get Their Happily Ever After
This could have been a sad story. Thanks to the kindness of strangers, it’s going to have 20 happy endings. Hunter Greg Zubiak thought it would be just…
Organic Oscar Aloe Vera Shampoo And Conditioner Giveaway
Just as we wrap up one contest, another one begins! This time around, we’re making sure your dog is squeaky clean by giving you the chance to win a set…
Upside Down Dog of the Week – Spliffy
What are you lookin’ at? It must be Spliffy, our Upside Down Dog of the Week, courtesy of Upsidedowndogs.com. Spliffy is a 3.5-year-old female American…
Adorable Photo Series Shows Pitbulls In A Gentler Light
Photographer Sophie Gamand hopes to raise awareness and drive adoption through her #PitBullFlowerPower project. Pitbulls often get a bad rap when it comes to…
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Rylee
We’re suckers for a lady with looks and smarts – and Rylee, our Adoptable Dog of the Week, has both in spades! Rylee is a 1.5-year-old female Ger…
How To Make A Dog Throw Up
If your dog ingests something dangerous, you may need to induce vomiting to get the poison or toxin out of his system. Here's how to make a dog throw up.
Congrats To Our #BegForZukes Twitter Contest Winners
When it comes to begging for treats, you showed us that you’re dogs will do anything to get their paws on those delectable nom noms! And that’s w…
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Kemp
Come on, get happy… just like Kemp, our Adoptable Dog of the Week from Adoptapet.com. Kemp is an adult Rat Terrier mix from Grayslake, Illinois. He&rs…
Upside Down Dog Of The Week – Nikita
Get ready to fly the friendly skies with Nikita, our Upside Down Dog of the Week from Upsidedowndogs.com. Nikita is a 3-year-old female Basset Hound from Los…
Reader Appreciation Giveaway Winners
We’ve picked the winners for our Reader Appreciation Giveaway, and they are: Mary Rodwicz: $50 Gift Certificate Christianne Tremblay: $50 Gift Certific…
5 Zen Ways To Manage Dog Stress
It may not seem like it, but a dog's life can be stressful. Your dog may not be able to take a "Mental Health Day," but there are ways to manage dog stress.
Spiced Apple and Carrot Dog Treat Recipe
I don’t know about you, but I’ve been in full holiday baking mode for a few weeks now… and it’s all for dogs. When we’re in th…