Raise A Pint To These Top Irish Dog Names
Are you feeling lucky? Well, are you, Pug? For St. Patty's Day, here are the top Irish dog names that will have you feeling luckier than a leprechaun!
Dog Blog
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.
Think you’re an alpha when it comes to having all the latest gadgets? Then you’re going to love the fun and quirky stuff you can pick up through the many kickstarter campaigns we feature to help promote unique, entrepreneurial ingenuity when it comes to pleasing our pets. We even have stuff for those who love to settle in for a heart-warming reading with our many canine-interest stories on the good deeds done by therapy, service plus search and rescue dogs throughout the world.
PetGuide.com’s dog blog is always being updated with pet pictures, videos and great information so check back often!
So You Think You Can Pet Sit?
Take it from a pro – being a Dog Nanny isn’t as easy as you think When I first opened my business, it was primarily obedience training. After a y…
Understanding The Dog Heat Cycle
Do you have an intact female dog? We're going to go over the basics about the dog heat cycle, including its various stages and how to deal with it.
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Something Smells Fishy… It’s Tuna, In His First VW Ad! [Video]
Tuna melts your heart in this adorable Volkswagen commercial. Don’t you love when a social media site makes someone a bona fide star? Just look at Tuna…
Upside Down Dog Of The Week – Blue
Are you feeling down? Because Blue, our Upside Down Dog of the Week from Upsidedowndogs.com, will turn that frown upside down! Blue is a 2-year-old male Pitb…
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Dukes
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Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Owen
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Survey Finds Young Adults Would Rather Buy Than Adopt A Dog
Even with all the PSAs circulating that tout adoption as the most humane way to bring a dog into a household, it turns out that young adults would rather buy…
5 Essential Dog-Friendly Thanksgiving Travel Tips
We've got the recipe for safe and stress-free travel with your dog this Thanksgiving. You need to plan in advance - you'll be thankful that you did!
Upside Down Dog Of The Week – Cindy
Are you ready for some upside down cuteness, because this week’s winner has got it going on! Meet Cindy, our Upside Down Dog of the Week from Upsidedow…
Top 10 Best Dog Breeds For Apartments
Size does matter - especially if you live in compact quarters. We've come up with a list of our Top 10 best dog breeds for apartments and small spaces.
Common Periodontal Disease In Dogs
Dog dental health: Pet parents need to know the basics about common periodontal disease in dogs including their causes, symptoms, and treatment options.
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Tommy
This week’s adoptable dog from Adoptapet.com is Tommy, a male American Pit Bull Terrier Mix from Reisterstown, MD. This pup is 5 months old, neutered,…
How To Remove A Tick From A Dog
They're more than an irritant - these little bloodsuckers can mean big trouble for you and your pooch. Here's how to remove a tick from a dog.
What Are The American Kennel Club Field Trials?
Need a challenge? A wonderful athletic event for hunting dogs, the American Kennel Club Field Trials will test your pooch's skills out in the field!
Is There A Difference Between Natural Vs Organic Dog Food?
Aren’t they the same thing? Nope – here’s how to make the choice between Natural or Organic dog food When it comes to choosing a food for y…
Upside Down Dog Of The Week – Oscar
Say hello to Oscar, our Upside Down Dog of the Week from Upsidedowndogs.com. Oscar is a 5-year-old male English Labrador Retriever from Ottawa, Ontario, Cana…
How To Treat A Dog With Allergies
If your dog has an allergy, it can present itself in numerous ways. When this happens, what do you do? We know how to treat a dog with allergies.
Interested in Pets for Adoption? Adoptapet Has Thousands Looking for A
There are thousands of pets for adoption and this is where Adoptapet.com, North America's largest non-profit pet adoption website, comes to the rescue!
Getting Things Ready For Your New Rescue Dog
You can’t wait for your new rescue dog to come home – but is your home ready for him? You’ve taken the plunge and decided to give a home to…
Puppy Bumpers Stop Dogs From Slipping Through Fences and Gates
Got a small dog and a fence? No more great escapes - Puppy Bumpers are perfect for small dogs that can squeeze through fence posts
Belly Flop! Flynn Makes A Splash As This Week’s Wet Wednesday Winner
This is our last pick for our Weekly Wet Wednesday Winner, and Flynn certainly does make a splash with his entry. Flynn can’t enough of the water. Just…
6 Sanity-Saving Tips On How To Manage Your Multi Dog Household
Your home doesn't have to descend into furry anarchy! We have a few sanity-saving tips on how to manage your multi dog household.
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Tanner
Well, hello handsome! How can we resist such charm? This irresistible gentleman is Tanner, our Adoptable Dog of the Week from Adoptapet.com. A dashing young…
PetPaint Halloween Prize Pack Giveaway
Halloween is just around the corner, and if you’re anything like us, you’re pretty excited to doll your dog up for the big day. And that’s…
What is Lifetime Cover Dog Insurance?
Do you want to make sure your dog is completely covered? Look into Lifetime Cover Dog Insurance If dog insurance policies are all Greek to you, you might be…
Top 10 Reasons To Dress Up Your Dog
Some people say it’s silly, but we don’t! It may be for practical reasons or you may just want to celebrate your dog’s uniqueness. We&rs…
Zuke’s Grain Free Gift Pack Giveaway
After a couple of weeks off, we’re back with another contest. And let us tell you, it’s bigger than ever. This time around, you could win a Zuke&…
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Kaycee
Meet Kaycee, an adorable little girl with a face you can’t help but fall in love with, and our Adoptable Dog of the Week. Kaycee is a young female Brus…
Zippy Full-Body Suits For Dogs Are Spiffy In A Jiffy!
When you combine style and function, you get a protective, stylish coat that protects your dog from a host of seasonal elements We admit, at first glance, Zi…
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Nikita
Good things come in furry packages, just like Nikita, our Adoptable Dog of the Week from Adoptapet.com. Nikita is a female adult Alaskan Malamute from Boise,…
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 – Beyonce
You’d better put a ring on it, because Beyonce, our Adoptable Dog of the Week, sure isn’t going to stay single for long! She’s a 2-year-old…
Gen Y Dogma: Top 5 Christmas Etsy Picks For The Urban Pet
She’s made a list and has checked it twice – here’s what Christina is getting her mostly nice (but a little naughty) pets this Christmas. I…
Nama-stay! Doga Gives Yoga A Furry Makeover
Haven't heard of it before? It's a new dog-friendly activity that pooches and their owners can participate in together, combining dogs and yoga - Doga!
Black Dog Syndrome: Can People Be Color Blind When It Comes To Dogs?
Don't be hard on yourself if you've never heard of Black Dog Syndrome - not many people talk about it. It's not a dog problem... it's how people look at dogs
How To Bond With Your Rescue Dog
Bonding with your rescue dog is a special time for both of you – make the most of it!While it’s important to bond with your dog, no matter how he came into y…
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…
Rub-A-Dub-Dub – A Pug In A Tub Is This Week’s Wet Wednesday Winner
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On September 11, 2001, 300 of the 10,000 emergency rescue workers were dogs. Their job was not only to help rescue efforts when the towers fell; they were al…
Pups And Coffee Cups: Rescue Dogs While Enjoying Fair-Trade Coffee
A Kickstart project aims to open a café that caters to latte and dog lovers – it’s an adoption shelter and coffee bar all in one! A North…
The Shocking Truth About Dogs and Garlic
There is a lot of controversy surrounding dogs and garlic on the Internet. Thanks to the research efforts of experts, many believe garlic is good for dogs.
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Hilarity Ensues When This Dog Helps Forecast The Weather [Video]
We think it’s pretty safe to say that Ripple stole the show on this particular newscast. Weather man Mike Sobel had no idea what he was in for when he…
What You Need To Know About Dog Food Labels
What’s going in your dog’s bowl? Read dog food labels carefully before you buy Looking into what goes into your dog’s food is an important…
Upside Down Dogs Of The Week – Harley and Jet
We’ve got two silly winners for our Upside Down Dog of the Week! Meet Harley and Jet from Sunshine Coast, QLD, Australia. Here’s what their owner…
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…
How To Choose the Best Dog Food For Your Dog
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Paws Up For National Pet Day
Happy National Pet Day! April 11 is National Pet Day - so what does that mean? Do pets get to take the day off (with pay, of course)?
Pawsome Contest – Win A Year’s Supply Of Merrick Dog Food
We told you we had something big in the works and we’re finally ready to let you in on the big news! We’ve partnered with Merrick to give one luc…
My Favorite Pet Friendly Cities in America
Oh, what we would give to travel the country with our dogs! But if we can’t do it, at least we can live vicariously though Lauren Bassart, who shares h…
Chili Recipe For Dogs
It’s not football season (just yet), but there’s no reason why we can’t enjoy some chili. And did you know that our dogs can even get in on…
Upside Down Dog Of The Week – Gracie
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Pros And Cons: Dog Boarding Kennels Vs. In-Home Boarding
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Top 10 Picks From The 2014 Global Pet Expo
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Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Spike
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Britain Passes New Dog Microchipping Law
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5 Warning Signs That You Need Dog Insurance
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The Dog Scout’s Guide To Dog First Aid Kits
Always be prepared! Having Dog First Aid Kits stashed where you need them most will ensure you can treat your dog for injuries if he ever gets hurt.
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“For The Love Of Dog” Dogumentary Showcases Pampered Pooch Phenome
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