Author: Warren Porter

According to the experts, dogs “see” the world through their noses. While most people depend on sight, a dog’s scent skills are their primary way of experiencing their surroundings. “They might look at someone with their eyes; as you approach, they look at you,” world renowned dog cognition specialist, Alexandra Horowitz says. “But then once they’ve noticed that there’s something with their eyes, they use smell to tell that it’s you.” Through vision, humans are able to take in what … Read more

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The idea of millions of tiny microbes living in your dog’s digestive system can turn your own stomach queasy, but those little organisms have a big job to do. They’re called probiotics, and they’re found in every animal—humans and dogs included. Probiotics are the “friendly’ bacteria and yeasts that balance the bad bacteria and help the body operate smoothly. We’ve known for generations that probiotics are important for human health, but research is now showing they’re just as important for … Read more

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Do you dread rainy days? The weather forecast might put a damper on your whole day before the first drops start falling if you have an energetic dog. It means canceled walks. No trips to the dog park. And a dog with so much pent up energy it could fill the whole house. You know that if you don’t have a stimulating dog activity planned for him, he’ll find something to do on his own. And that something that might … Read more

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Actress Millie Bobby Brown has been around dogs her whole life. Her family had three Mastiffs named Dolly, Ronnie, and Reggie, along with a Poodle named Winnie. All the dogs were clearly a huge part of Brown’s life. Unfortunately, the 16-year-old Stranger Things star recently said goodbye to Dolly, who had been with their family for 9 years. Most of Brown’s life had been spent with the loyal pup by her side. So, she found the perfect and most emotional way … Read more

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While some puppies are welcomed into forever families from the start of their lives, some are simply dealt an unfair hand. That’s exactly the case for a small puppy named Snickers, who is just one example of the many…

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Your dog’s kennel should be a safe, comfortable space where he goes to relax instead of throwing him inside when it’s time for you to leave him alone. A bare kennel isn’t exactly the most inviting environment for your fur child. Here are 6 tips for making your dog’s kennel a comfy bedroom instead of a bare prison cell. #1 – Make sure it’s big enough Your pup should be able to stand up, turn around, and stretch out comfortably in … Read more

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Simon Cowell might be one of the toughest judges on Britain’s Got Talent, but he has a soft spot for dogs. He has made many grand gestures to help dogs in need, often donating large amounts to dog rescue organizations. Helping dogs is so rewarding, but now he finally got to see the effect that his donations made. On a recent episode of Good Morning Britain, Cowell finally met a dog he had helped save from a meat farm. Thanks to him, … Read more

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A dog named Bentley found himself in a desperate situation when he was surrendered to an overcrowded animal shelter in Tulsa. Though Bentley is a striking pup with an abundance of love to offer, he faced an imminent risk of euthanasia due to…

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Ellen Degeneres is known as a huge dog lover, especially when it comes to rescue pups. She and her wife Portia de Rossi had four adorable rescue dogs and three cats. Their oldest pup was a Poodle Maltese mix named Wolf. Wolf had been with Degeneres for over a decade. He was there for many of the biggest moments in her life, including her wedding day in 2008. He brought so much joy to the couple and they seemed to … Read more

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Leo the 120-pound Labrador Retriever’s story has warned other dog parents about hot temperatures. Dogs can’t regulate heat as easily as humans, which makes them prone to heat stroke. So, it’s important to be cautious during summer activities with your dog. Unfortunately, Leo’s dad didn’t plan ahead during a mountain hiking trip. As they traveled up Mount Olympus in Utah, the weather got hotter. Eventually, Leo showed signs of overheating. It grew to the point where the pup couldn’t seem … Read more

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