Fitness

(Picture Credit: Vesnaandjic/Getty Images) Summer always leaves too soon! But even with summer winding down, there’s still plenty of time to do some fun activities with your dog that take advantage of the warm weather. Lots of dogs love being outside, exploring nature, swimming, and finding new smells. But your dog’s favorite thing to do is

(Picture Credit: Marco_Piunti/Getty Images) A good movie or show can evoke our emotions and bring us together for a great story. No matter what your favorite genre is, you know you might find yourself hiding behind a pillow in fear or falling off your chair with laughter, among other things. But who’s to say we

(Picture Credit: alexei_tm/Getty Images) Most of us humans are better at watching sports than playing them. But the dogs in the videos below aren’t much good at waiting around on the sidelines. They’re too excited to get in on the action, paws first. Look out, Air Bud! Here are a few canines who are way

There are some people who are naturally active and love to spend time in or around the water. Whether it’s at the beach, the lake, or even in a backyard swimming pool, we can’t help but to jump in and swim! (Picture Credit: MATTHEW PALMER/Getty Images) But if you think humans are the only ones

(Picture Credit: eyecrave/Getty Images) If you live on a farm, you know it’s more than a peaceful, picturesque slice of life in the countryside. It takes a lot of work to keep a farm going, and you usually need all the help you can get. Before many of our cherished dog breeds became our family

(Picture Credit: Disney Junior via Getty Images) There’s nothing like the magic of movies to bring everyone together. More specifically, there’s nothing like animated dog movies to bring our whole families closer, especially when we watch with our favorite pooches. Kids of all ages can enjoy these stories of adventure, love, and laughs. Often times,

(Picture Credit: vvvita/Getty Images) So, you’re bringing home a new furry family member. Congratulations! It’s a very exciting time, and you’ll probably want to share it with as many friends and family as possible. That’s where a puppy shower comes in. A puppy shower is a fun event where you can introduce your new dog

(Picture Credit: Getty Images) The temperatures are warming up, and summer is in full swing. It’s a time for fun outdoor adventures, and for many of us, that means camping, especially if we can bring our dogs along. If you love camping, odds are that your dog will, too. After all, it’s a chance to

Canine Obstacle Course (Picture Credit: Jrg Weidemeyer / EyeEm/Getty Images) If you happen to have a securely fenced yard, one of the more creative ways to get active with your dog is to construct a canine obstacle course. It’s a fun way to use some of the items laying in the corner of your garage:

(Picture Credit: AleksandarNakic/Getty Images) Summer is a perfect time for kids to do some bonding with their pups. The nice weather brings plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities that will allow kids to form deeper relationships with the dogs they love. Dogs can teach children a lot about compassion, empathy, and responsibility, too. Just remember to

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Cody the Labrador loves summer because it means he’ll get to spend time in the pool. In fact, his human says that Cody loves to play splashing games! But sometimes you just need to relax from all that doggy paddling. And as Cody finds out, standing is a lot easier than swimming! Watch the funny,

(Picture Credit: photo by Robbie Augspurger/Getty Images) Spring has come to an end, and summer is here again. It’s a time when we start wearing shorts with tank tops, having weekend barbecues in the backyard, and spending time by the pool. Speaking of spending time by the pool, if you’re a pet parent, you know

(Picture Credit: Quirex/Getty Images) With the high temperatures we’ve had lately, you can feel that summer is here. And if you live near a school, you’ll know graduation season is in full swing. Along with these hallmarks of summer come lazy days and more time to spend with your dog, hopefully. You might be wondering

Leia with her new treat toy (Photo credit: Amanda) My dog, Leia, is perfect, in my not-so-humble opinion, but she does have her funny quirks. One, I’ve discovered expensively, is that she is just not interested in toys. It’s the strangest thing; she’s active, alert, curious, engaging, and very smart — all traits that would

(Picture Credit: Jaromir Chalabala / EyeEm/Getty Images) If there’s one thing that most dogs universally dislike, it might be a nice bath. Okay, maybe not all dogs hate it, but a good majority of them would be perfectly content to not have one ever again. But we, as pet parents, know better for them. Though

(Picture Credit: Stefan Cioata/Getty Images) When your pup is having a blast at the dog park, whether it’s a dog beach or a grassy area, time is of no concern to them. They probably hope they’re going to be there all day. And as pet parents, we wish life were slow and easy enough for

(Picture Credit: s5iztok/Getty Images) When we think of a dog show event, we expect to see the best in agility and obedience. And for the most part, that’s what we get. But sometimes, there are a few dogs in the bunch who don’t really care about any of that. In fact, all they really want

(Picture Credit: Chris Collins/Getty Images) Movies have the ability to take us through a whole range of emotions. They can make us laugh, put us on the edge of our seats, and, yes, even make us cry. Speaking of a good cry, there’s nothing like a sad dog movie to make you sob uncontrollably, especially

(Picture Credit: Getty Images) In our Gold Souls, Gray Faces series, we discuss the special care our sweet senior dogs need to stay healthy and happy. Your lovable, gray-faced, senior pooch may not move as fast in their old age as they used to, but that doesn’t mean they have no need for exercise. In

(Picture Credit: Getty Images) Our senior pups may not move as fast as they used to, but they still benefit from regular exercise and walks. It’s important to keep older dogs moving, even if they don’t have the same physical abilities and needs that they did when they were younger. Weight gain contributes to stress

(Image Credit; Jeff Banke/Getty Images) You may have already seen videos of dock jumping for dogs and wondered about this aquatic canine sport. It sometimes airs on TV around the same time as other dog shows. It’s also a very popular pet-oriented summer sport. Dock jumping, also known as dock diving, is a sporting competition

(Picture Credit: RyanJLane/Getty Images) In the cold winter months it’s tough to summon the courage to brave the weather and get outside for a workout. Even your dog might think twice about begging for another trek through the snow. But just because you’re stuck indoors doesn’t mean you have to pack on pounds as you

(Picture Credit: Westend61/Getty Images) Our thanks to Dr. Patrick Mahaney for this article! Happy Near Year! Have you and your pet made your New Year’s resolutions? Here’s one of my recommendations for a resolution that will optimize the quality of life of your canine or feline companion in the new year. Commit To Daily Exercise I

(Picture Credit: svetikd/Getty Images) January is National Walk Your Dog Month, and it’s also International Brain Teaser Month! Luckily, when you take your dog for a walk, you can celebrate both at the same time. There are few things more exciting than hearing the word “walk” for my dogs. A walk is a chance for

(Picture Credit: Getty Images) You’ve probably seen dogs out for a happy, safe morning jog with their pet parents, eagerly keeping up the pace and having a great time. You’ve also probably seen dogs dragged along as they try to catch their breath while their humans pull their leashes, running too fast for their pup

(Picture Credit: alexei_tm/Getty Images) If you have a dog with seemingly endless energy, you probably need to find ways to keep your furry friend active throughout the day. When you don’t, your pooch may invent their own fun “activities” out of your shoes, books, furniture, or anything else they can possibly chew on. While a quick

(Picture Credit: gruizza/Getty Images) Many pet parents neuter or spay their dogs for health benefits and safety. This procedure lessens the risks of certain diseases, reduces aggression, and generally adds to their years, with proper diet and exercise. However, you must take some post-neutering or spaying care so your dog won’t suffer from the next

(Picture Credit: Getty Images) It may surprise some dog lovers to learn that our pups don’t all automatically know how to play fetch. Even though it’s a stereotypical dog game, running after a toy and bringing it back doesn’t always come naturally to pooches. Fetch is a great form of both mental and physical exercise.

(Picture Credit: Kristina Kohanova / EyeEm/Getty Images) Earth Hour for 2021 will commence on March 27th from 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM in each time zone. Sitting in the dark for an hour might not sound like a lot of fun at first, but it can be — especially with your awesome pooch to keep