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A Pug dog sits in a dog carrier as a travel bag is being packed.

A Pug dog sits in a dog carrier as a travel bag is being packed.

Is your dog ready if disaster strikes?

Bad weather season is here. Is your dog ready? Here's how to build a pet emergency plan — and a free printable checklist to make it easy.

May 23 min read

REMINDER: Avery's Law goes into effect March 20. What does it mean for you?

REMINDER: Avery's Law goes into effect March 20. What does it mean for you?

Avery's Law

Ohio’s Avery’s Law changes dog ownership rules. Discover new liabilities, dangerous dog classifications, and why leashing your dog matters now.

Mar 193 min read

What's Breed Got to Do With It

Two French Bulldogs out on a walk.

Two French Bulldogs out on a walk.

The French Bulldog

WHAT'S BREED GOT TO DO WITH IT

Jul 1713 min read

A Norwegian Elkhound stands in snowy woods and looks regal.

A Norwegian Elkhound stands in snowy woods and looks regal.

The Norwegian Elkhound

WHAT'S BREED GOT TO DO WITH IT

Jul 136 min read

An Anatolian Shepherd watches action in the foreground.

An Anatolian Shepherd watches action in the foreground.

The Anatolian Shepherd

WHAT'S BREED GOT TO DO WITH IT

Jul 97 min read

A black Cane Corso sits in the park.

A black Cane Corso sits in the park.

The Cane Corso

WHAT'S BREED GOT TO DO WITH IT

Jul 19 min read

A Portuguese Water Dog stands in a lake and looks off into the distance.

A Portuguese Water Dog stands in a lake and looks off into the distance.

The Portuguese Water Dog

WHAT'S BREED GOT TO DO WITH IT

Jun 2310 min read

A German Shepherd with its chin resting on the floor and face framed by its front paws gazes intensely at something in front of it.

A German Shepherd with its chin resting on the floor and face framed by its front paws gazes intensely at something in front of it.

The German Shepherd

WHAT'S BREED GOT TO DO WITH IT

Jun 135 min read

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Life With Dogs

Two dogs appreciate the beauty of the Allegheny River in PA.

Two dogs appreciate the beauty of the Allegheny River in PA.

Two Dogs, a Kia Soul, and a Week of Unexpected Adventures

2 days ago11 min read

A dog gets its leg wrapped after a minor injury..

A dog gets its leg wrapped after a minor injury..

Build a Better Dog First Aid Kit

Jul 185 min read

A woman and her dog walk on a wooded trail.

A woman and her dog walk on a wooded trail.

Tick Talk

Jul 1411 min read

A beautiful Rough Collie stands in a field of wet grass.

A beautiful Rough Collie stands in a field of wet grass.

The Fungal Disease That Doesn't Care Where You Live

Jul 1010 min read

A beautiful German Shepherd sits near an old barn in a field.

A beautiful German Shepherd sits near an old barn in a field.

Histoplasmosis in Dogs: The Fungal Disease Ohio Dog Owners Need to Know About

Jul 36 min read

Most Ohio Dog Owners Have Never Heard of It. That's the Problem.

Most Ohio Dog Owners Have Never Heard of It. That's the Problem.

Most Ohio Dog Owners Have Never Heard of It. That's the Problem.

Jun 255 min read

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Bark Bits

A packed suitcase sits opened with a hat, camera, and e-reader nearby.

A packed suitcase sits opened with a hat, camera, and e-reader nearby.

A Little Good News for Dog Lovers

4 days ago4 min read

A dining room table filled with vacation items ready to be packed.

A dining room table filled with vacation items ready to be packed.

Packing the Car, Chasing Adventure, and Protecting Your Dog's Health

Jul 154 min read

A cup of tea rests on a table and steam is visible in the sunlight coming through the window.

A cup of tea rests on a table and steam is visible in the sunlight coming through the window.

Happy Mother's Day, you dog mom rock star!

Jul 93 min read

Screen snapshot of a computer desktop with a Petfinder window.

Screen snapshot of a computer desktop with a Petfinder window.

Issue #1 has arrived. Your dog approves.

Jul 93 min read

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