Our dogs are susceptible to the same kinds of allergies we humans are, and they suffer just as much. Seasonal allergies can broadside a dog that has been clean and clear-eyed for months. Suddenly she seems to be constantly scratching, biting her fur, chewing on her feet and scrubbing her eyes and face against the [...]
It's hard to get excited about brushing your dog's teeth. After all, they have some formidably sharp teeth, and most dogs are highly skilled at tightening their lips and clamping their jaws shut right when you want them to be smiling and open-mouthed. It is worth the effort, though, to take the time to get [...]
Describing a Cairn Terrier to someone unfamiliar with the breed is easy. Just say, “Dorothy's dog, Toto, in the movie, The Wizard of Oz.” Played by a female named Terry, “Toto” was the iconic Cairn Terrier in both appearance and spirit. Modern Cairn Terriers resemble the original working terriers developed on the Isle of Skye [...]
If you're like most pet owners, you spend plenty of money on your pet or pets every year. In 2014, Americans spent close to $60 billion on pet products and services. We spend that much because we see our pets as family members. In truth, pets are more dependent on us for their health and [...]
As a dog owner, you know that your dog needs his exercise, rain or shine. He also needs to do his business, rain or shine. If it’s rainy, it is inevitable that your dog, especially his feet, is going to get wet and probably muddy, too. This is not just an inconvenience for you and [...]
Background Irish Wolfhounds, tall in stature and long in history, once needed all their Irish luck to survive as a breed. As hunters of the Irish wolf and the giant Irish elk, they may have been too good at their jobs. When those two species disappeared forever, the Irish hounds were jobless, and their numbers [...]
More than a race to commemorate a desperate measure taken to save residents of Nome, Alaska, from the ravages of diphtheria in 1925, the Iditarod and races like it were established to save a part of Alaskan culture that was starting to disappear. Sled dog races, even the sleds and dogs themselves, had become more [...]
It would be hard to deny that the Siberian Husky is a cold weather specialist. With an abundant double coat and a hardy constitution, the medium-sized Siberian is an ideal companion for outdoor winter fun. Developed by the ancient Chukchi people along the edge of the Arctic Ocean, these dogs were bred to cover long [...]
Once a year, in February, champions from across the country and around the world gather in New York City for a unique event. Held annually since 1876, it is the second longest running sporting event in the United States. The Kentucky Derby is one year older. For dogs and their fanciers, the Westminster Kennel Club [...]
Fashion Week in NYC is coming up February 12th through the 19th, and everyone will be watching the latest trends hit the runway. You don’t have to be human to be fashionable though, and our canine companions want to stay stylish with the hottest looks, too! Coming out of the winter doldrums, expect to see [...]
