If you’re like me, the idea of vacation is exciting, but the thought of leaving my dog behind makes me sad. Thanks to the Internet, I may not have to anymore, and I can still stay somewhere that’s like home away from home. I have a friend who has successfully gone on numerous house-swapping vacations to [...]

Whether your dog was built for swimming or not, there are plenty of hazards in and around pools, hot tubs, ponds, etc., that can prove deadly. In addition to drowning, dogs can experience hypothermia (low body temperature) from unheated pools, ponds, and other bodies of water. Severe hypothermia signs can include dilated pupils, stupor or [...]

Maybe you have your dog with you and you just want to dash into the store “really quick”, buy some stamps at the Post Office or grab a coffee to go—no matter how quick you think you’ll be, you should never leave your dog waiting in you car, whether you leave the windows down or [...]

Summer’s almost here and there’s no better time to take a vacation with your pooch. Traveling with your dog can be a great way to relax and enjoy your vacation, so long as you’re prepared for the expected as well as the unexpected. First, be sure the place you’re staying allows pets, and adhere to their [...]

When it comes to dog beds, not all are up to par–at least in my house. I bought a Bella Bed a while ago, which Greta thought was more of a toy than a bed, so now it belongs to the cats. Currently, I am anxiously waiting to hear back from Victoria Peak, as according [...]

Although I’d love to take credit for this hilarious idea, I have to give credit where credit is due…unfortunately, I can’t, because I got this via a chain email, and it was written by “anonymous”. Anonymous, whoever you are, this is so spot-on it’s scary. DOG DIARY 8:00 am – Dog food!  My favorite thing! [...]

Dogs put enough things in their mouths without our knowing about it, so when it comes to dog toys, nontoxic is the best bet. Here’s a sampling of just some of the many nontoxic dog toys available: West Paw Squeak Toys These toys are made from 85 percent post-consumer recycled bottles and stuffed with recycled [...]

I recently discovered Buddy Biscuits, which I quickly learned that Greta loves. The treats are made by a company called Cloud Star in San Luis Obispo, Caif., which was started by Jennifer Melton and Brennan Johnson. When the pair found out that their dog Samantha, suffered from food allergies, a sensitive stomach, and was a finicky eater, the couple [...]

This week is American Humane Association’s “Be Kind to Animals Week®”. Be Kind to Animals Week, observed May 4 through 10 this year, is the oldest event in the nation to celebrate the companionship, friendship and love that animals bring into people’s lives. Animal shelters throughout the country hold special events during this week to raise [...]

I am lucky enough to live near a wonderful Wag Hotel, a pet hotel that I take Greta to when we’re headed out of town without her. We’ve left her there anywhere from a few hours to a few days, and we’ve always been more than pleased with how she’s treated. Because the facility is [...]