Puppies are exciting. If you are new to breeding, or you are eagerly awaiting the birth of a reserved puppy from a breeder’s litter, the wait can seem eternal. Luckily for us (and for the dog), the gestation period in dogs is much shorter than the gestation period in humans. But exactly how long does […]

There are many unique jobs for dogs to do, ranging from ancient traditions to modern tasks. Learn about unusual ways dogs have helped people in the past and still help others today.

With so many dog products on the market, you may wonder what's essential and what you can do without. For example, do dogs really need their very own dog shampoo? Why can't you just use human shampoo on your dog? The short answer is, don't. Learn the reasons why dogs should have their own shampoo. Acidity […]

On Monday, May 3, starting at 10am, the Maine Joint Committee on Inland Fisheries and Wildlife will hear testimony on LD 1265.  The American Kennel Club (AKC) is concerned that, although the title of the bill states it is intended to control the hunting of coyotes, the bill, as introduced, could impact all hunting dogs.  […]

Dog people and cat people have an age-old debate about which animal makes a better pet. Dog owners brag about canine intelligence, and cat lovers reply that cats are as just smart as dogs, they simply can't be bothered to obey. Well, new research published in the journal Frontiers in Neuroanatomy seems to support the […]

Every dog owner has experienced it. You sit down to relax for the evening, when out of the blue, your dog starts to bark. You don't see or hear anything, so is your dog barking at nothing? Are there spirits in the room or does your dog just want to hear their own voice? Although […]

Some breeds of dogs have seen their purpose change over the years. The Pug is not among them. These cheerful, playful, and affectionate little dogs are among the oldest dog breeds known today, and throughout their long history they have performed just one very important job: keeping us company. The Ultimate Companion Pugs are an […]

At ten years old, Cal's life was a struggle. He had been diagnosed with autism a year earlier, and his family was working with a team of psychiatrists and counselors to find the right treatment for him. But life was hard: he was "just not a happy kiddo," says mom Brandy Keippala; "always upset and […]

I was sitting in front of a coffee shop drinking an overpriced cappuccino with two friends. At the table next to us sat two women, one who had a Chihuahua with a red leather, rhinestone-studded collar. The dog hovered near her feet and paced back and forth to the extent that his leash would allow, […]

Follow our tips to find the right groomer for your dog. Do some research, ask the right questions, and you can be confident that your dog is in good hands.