Australian Shepherd: Breed Traits and Facts
Are you considering getting a new dog? Australian shepherds are a great choice for people who lead an active lifestyle.
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Buying and Choosing a Dog
What to Ask When Adopting a Pet
You want to adopt a pet, but you’re not sure where to start. What steps do you need to take?
Read moreThe Best Dog Breeds for Outdoor Enthusiasts
Scooby and Shaggy, Timmy and Lassie, Dorothy and Toto… we humans love to bring our dogs along on our adventures!
Read moreBest Pets for Seniors
There are many benefits of having a pet in your senior years. Pets offer companionship and reason to stay active.
Read moreChoosing Your Child’s First Pet
Having a pet gives children the opportunity to learn about responsibility and other life lessons. As parents, we want our
Read moreChoosing the Best Pet for Apartment Living
Having a pet may seem impossible if you live in an apartment, but that doesn’t have to be the case.
Read moreWhat to Expect When You Bring Home a New Dog
Adopting a new dog into your family is fun and exciting! Once you have finally chosen the perfect pup for
Read moreHelp Shelter Dogs Even If You Can’t Adopt
When dogs come into animal shelters, they are often tied up, fearful and feeling awful – in short, not looking their best. But professional pet photographer Seth Casteel is one of many volunteers across the country who come to the rescue of such homeless dogs.
Read morePotential Problems When Adopting a Rescue Dog
Before I begin, let me explain why I wrote this and let people know this was emotionally taxing.
Read moreYour Child’s First Pet
Having been a child myself and going through the begging for a pet, I can honestly say the AVERAGE child is not responsible enough to be sole caretaker of an animal. Yes, the child may care for it for a few weeks or even months, but go to any shelter or rescue group and ask how many animals per year are given up or neglected when the kids stop caring for them and the parents do not want to.
Read morePets as Presents
To be blunt, pets make the WORST presents. Pets should never be given as gifts – not to family members – not even to your children. Pets are not toys. Now, I could stop writing here but I want to build upon this. I want to explain just why pets make bad gifts and give other options for you as the gift-giver to consider.
Read moreMistakes Potential Dog Owners Make
When I was preparing this piece, it was difficult to narrow down the five biggest mistakes I see dog owners make. Raising a dog properly is very much like raising a child. If left to their own devices, they will get into trouble. Children really are not a part time investment and neither is a dog.
Read moreAre You Ready for a Dog?
Everyone thinks their breed or cross is the greatest. However, what is right for your family or lifestyle may not be right for someone else. Before you run out and get a dog you must stop and look at your lifestyle. Take a moment and read the following to help you decide if a dog will fit into your life. Are you prepared for a puppy or dog?
Read moreChoosing a Dog
I always urge people to seek out a rescue group or reputable breeder when choosing a dog. Here are a few things to look for when choosing a dog or puppy.
Read moreHow Much Will That Dog Really Cost?
I read a quote that stated the average dog owner spends about $600 per year on the family pet. I mentioned this figure to my husband and he replied "Yeah, if there is an emergency, I can see that." Being the loving wife I am, I did a quick calculation of what we spend per year, per dog without including emergencies. What I came up with was very close to the $600 estimate. So, I decided to go a bit further and look at numbers. This is what I came up with – the true cost of a dog.
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