Having a restless dog at night can feel like being a new parent. Your pups feel anxious, and that makes you anxious, especially because nighttime anxiety is a particularly challenging dog problem to handle. Your first instinct may be to rush right in and pet your dog or give him or her treats. However, you [...]

Perhaps the least joyful part of dog ownership is picking up their poop. And, if you’ve noticed that your dog’s poop has increased in frequency, that could be a reason to be concerned. Most dogs have consistent food and predictable routines, so changes to poop might be a sign of illness and could require a [...]

While you might think of small dogs as being the most low maintenance of the breeds, there are many big dogs who have low energy needs and a calm demeanour that makes them perfect for living with kids or in a small home. Thankfully, breeders have blessed us with many “gentle giant” type dogs so [...]

Adopting a dog is an exciting process, but it also requires that you commit. If you want to give this dog a forever home, you need to be sure that he or she is right for you. Whether you are adopting from a rescue group, or an owner, there are three major questions to [...]

You thought that you had your four-legged friend house trained, maybe even for years. Then, he or she suddenly starts having accidents—in the house. Why is your dog suddenly pooping in the house at night? And how do you help him or her understand that they need to stop? For starters, do not yell at [...]

Border collies are the smartest dog humans have ever bred. They can do many jobs and assist humans in need. But are they good for seniors? Seniors may be drawn to these clever companions because they are medium-sized, quiet, need constant human company and are capable of doing tasks to assist seniors, like bringing objects. [...]