Five fun ways to stay connected with your pets when you’re away from home. Pet tech gadgets are growing in popularity because they enable owners to stay connected to their pets 24/7 from literally anywhere in the world via smartphone and tablet apps. And, understandably, the one tech gadget that is most popular with pets themselves are treat dispensing machines which pop out … [Read more...]
Bubbles for Dogs: A Great Summer Game
Dog Bubbles to Save Your Summer Who doesn’t love bubbles? I mean they're fun to watch form through the bubble wand, peaceful to watch float through the air and so enjoyable to pop. Oh, and dogs love to play with bubbles too. If you and your dog have never played with flavored dog bubbles before, you're missing out! Choosing Bubbles for Dogs When choosing dog bubbles, … [Read more...]
Building an At-Home Dog Agility Course
How to DIY Dog Agility Equipment It's super simple to create your own dog agility equipment for your home. All you'll need is your imagination, a few PVC pipes, broom sticks, laundry baskets, lots of super yummy treats and your dog. If you’re not the handy type, you can certainly purchase dog agility equipment. However, DIYing your own agility equipment for dogs is super … [Read more...]
Vacationing with Your Dog
7 tips for worry-free travels June heralds the start of the summer vacation season and travel gurus are predicting that more dogs will go with their owners than in previous years. If your dog knows what to expect when he hears any variation of “leash, car, suitcase, carrier, airplane, vacation and/or travel,” here are a few tips to ensure he is ready for and has a great … [Read more...]
4 Tips for Taking Fabulous Dog Photos With Your Smartphone
Taking Photos of Your Dog Doesn't Have to Be Hard We are obsessed with taking pictures of our dogs. They're our best friends and just darling to look at too! Professional pet photographers across the world will cringe as I type this, but you don’t need professional equipment or fancy lighting to capture perfect dog photos. All you need is your voice, dog and smartphone; … [Read more...]
6 Must-Have Dog Toys
Whether your pets prefer chewing, chasing, tugging or snuggling, these are sure to keep them entertained. It’s hard to find a dog who doesn’t like toys. Whether it’s chasing, tugging or chewing, most dogs enjoy interacting with toys designed specifically for them. Pet product companies are always looking for new ways to entertain dogs, and creating fun and innovative toys are … [Read more...]
Teaching Your Dog Agility Moves
Start with basic commands and then introduce various obstacles one at a time. Agility dogs are good at running up A-frames and through tunnels, scaling tire jumps and racing through weave poles. And they do all this while focusing on their humans, who provide them with verbal and physical cues. If you have ever wondered how agility dogs learn to negotiate a course at … [Read more...]
Play with Your Cat the Right Way
Feline preferences matter when choosing interactive toys and games. Every person and cat will have their own playtime preferences. If you don’t know what your cat enjoys, this article can help you figure that out. However, before I begin: If you and your cat are enjoying yourselves (and you’re not encouraging unwanted behaviors), there’s no wrong way to play. What matters … [Read more...]