If your dog has allergies it can be hard to watch them suffer. I'm sure you've tried all kinds of things to help them. Signs of allergies can include itchiness, upset stomach, diarrhea and inflammation. You can spend a long time and a lot of money doing trial and...
DIY Personalized Dog Christmas Stockings [NO SEW TUTORIAL]
I get tons of views on my original DIY dog bone-shaped Christmas stockings for dogs tutorial. But it's a little bit of a complicated sewing project. I've been sewing since I was in middle school, but I know not everyone has those tools. So thanks to your requests, I...
19 Best Pittsburgh Dog Trainers: R+ Balanced and Specialty Dog Training
Pittsburgh dog owners have plenty of reputable trainers to choose from. In this blog post, I highlight 19 of the best Pittsburgh dog training pros with a focus on positive reinforcement methods. There are trainers who offer private in-home training, ones with...
Best Essential Oils for Dogs: Safely Treat Skin Conditions, Anxiety and More
Do you use essential oils to help treat your dog's skin conditions, separation anxiety or other issues? If not, you may want to consider it! Essential oils can be a safe and effective way to help improve your pup's health. Before using them, there are a few things pet...
5 Best Dog Raincoats and Waterproof Jackets: Reviews and Buying Guide
If you're a dog mom, then you know taking your pup out for a walk in the rain is a necessary evil. With the right dog rain jacket, rainy days can be a lot less miserable for both of you! In this blog post, I'll help you find the best waterproof jacket for dogs. I walk...
6 Best Inflatable Stand Up Paddle Boards for Large Dogs [2022]
Looking for the best inflatable paddle board for dogs including large breeds? You've come to the right place! As a dog mom and woman who loves spending time on lakes and rivers paddle-boarding with my labradors, I know what to look for in a good SUP. After years of...
7 Categories of Dog Enrichment Ideas: Brain Games for your Dog
There's so much more to canine enrichment than stuffing a Kong (although we love that). In fact, there are seven different categories for dog enrichment ideas. See how many styles you can add into your dog's day or week to make their life a little more interesting!...
9 Best All Natural Dog Chews for Aggressive Chewers
Chew toys are a great way to keep my dogs busy and tire them out at home. In the last few years I've learned a lot about the best kind of chews for dogs. In this post, I'll share what kind of dog chews are safe to use and the benefits of feeding natural chews. For dog...
What to Put in a DIY Dog First Aid Kit: 24 Essentials
I'm excited to share a list of what to put in a dog first aid kit. So many new pet parents don't think about collecting these items until an emergency happens. Save yourself (and your dog) the stress and stock up on these essentials now. The 24 essential first aid...
24 Hour and Emergency Vets in Pittsburgh
When your pet has an emergency, you don't want to waste time driving all over to find an emergency animal hospital that's open. Inevitably, our pets always have emergencies at night, on weekends of holidays! In the Pittsburgh area pet owners are lucky to have a long...

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