A few months ago, I was out on a hike with a friend and her Labrador, and halfway through, her dog just plopped down in the shade and refused to move. At first we thought he was just tired, but he was panting like crazy and his nose was super dry. It turned out he…
Some dogs will sleep just about anywhere but others, like mine, seem to have preferences that rival most humans. I remember swapping out three different beds before realizing that it wasn’t just about softness or style it was about the dog bed dimensions. Too small, and my dog would fall halfway out. Too big, and…
Dog diapers aren’t the cutest topic to talk about, but when your dog needs them, they become a real lifesaver. Whether your pup is in heat, has incontinence, or is recovering from surgery, a well-fitting dog diaper can make life easier for both of you. For a while, I thought diapers were just for older…
I remember the first time I tried putting shoes on my dog, it was a disaster. He awkwardly lifted his paws, flopped onto his side, and refused to move. I thought I had bought the right size, but they kept slipping off. That’s when I realized just how important dog boot size is. Picking the…
Dogs in sweaters are absolutely heart-melting. When I first tried to put a sweater on my dog, I thought, “she is going to look so cute’’ But as I struggled to get it over her head and realized it was way too tight, I felt a mix of frustration and guilt. She looked at me…
When my dog had her surgery, I remember thinking the recovery would be all about rest and meds but no one warned me about the cone. She hated it. It was either too tight, too loose, or bumping into everything. That’s when I learned how important it is to get the right dog cone size….
Finding the right muzzle for your dog will make you feel completely lost. Like when I first went muzzle shopping, there were endless numbers, sizes, types and none of it seemed to make sense. I just stood in the pet store aisle wondering which one would be the perfect fit. Choosing the right dog muzzle…
A dog collar might seem like just another cute accessory, but it’s actually a must-have for your dog’s safety and in many places, it’s even required by law – as said by PDSA veterinary nurse, Shauna Walsh. But picking the right collar isn’t always as simple as it sounds. With so many sizes, types, and…
When I got my first dog, I honestly didn’t think twice about what kind of bowl he ate from. I just grabbed one that looked “good enough.” But pretty soon, I noticed he wasn’t comfortable either the bowl was too deep, too high, or just too small for his meals. That’s when I realized how…
Crate shopping seems simple until you actually try to do it. When I went to buy a crate for my dog the first time, I had no clue what I was doing. I eyeballed the size, didn’t even check the dimensions, and just hoped for the best. Turns out, it was way too small. My…