Best Dog Shampoo for Smelly Pooches
Dog shampoo is an indispensable part of any pooch's grooming routine. Find out how to choose one that will keep your pooch clean and their skin healthy!
Quick Tips for Keeping Your Longhaired Dog Looking His Best
We all love long, flowing hair that dances in the wind when your dog runs across the lawn. To keep it looking luxe, follow these tips for luscious locks.
The ABCs On How To Extend Your Senior Dog’s Lifespan
There’s no reason why senior dogs can’t shine in their golden years – we’ve got some tips to extend and improve your pooch’s li…
How To Keep Your Senior Dog Active
Before you resign your aging pup to a sedentary retirement, consider these options to keep him physically active and mentally stimulated.
Why You Should Let Your Dog Sniff During Walks
It's important that your dog gets his daily walk for exercise purposes. But it's just as vital to let your dog sniff his surroundings.
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Bindi
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Bindi, an approximately 2 years old mixed breed dog from Shelburne, Vermont.
Shelter Spotlight: Pet Peace of Mind
A non-profit that helps palliative patients who have pets, Pet Peace of Mind fills a much-needed gap that's been created by an aging generation.
Talking About Palliative Care For Older Dogs
Let's go over the basics about what palliative care is, in which situations it might be needed and how to create a palliative care plan for older dogs.
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Queen
All hail Queen, our Adoptable Dog of the Week! This adult female Boxer mix is waiting for you and her forever home in Wichita, Kansas. Meet her now!
Shelter Spotlight: Educated Canines Assisting With Disabilities
This charity hand-raises its pups and trains them to become service dogs to make the lives of the disabled, veterans, and autistic children easier.
Why Do Dogs Stink When Wet?
There's always a distinctive smell coming from your pooch after he gets wet. Have you ever wondered why dogs stink when they get wet?
Teaching Your Puppy To Walk On A Leash
Whoa there puppy! Before we can go for a walk, you need to learn to walk on a leash. Unless you’re lucky enough to live on hundreds of acres of secure,…
It's National Puppy Day–Here Are 3 Meaningful Ways You Can Celebrate
National Puppy Day's main goal is to raise awareness about the horrors of the puppy mill industry and get a single message loud across – adopt, don’t shop.
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Spots
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Spots, a 2 years old spotted coat mutt from Santa Fe, New Mexico. He is neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped.
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Bogey
Feeling down? Let Bogey, our Adoptable Dog of the Week, chase those blue thoughts away! A comic canine, Bogey is an adult male Boxer living in Boise, Idaho.
How To Help Dog Shelters When You Can’t Adopt
You don’t have to have a dog in order to help them – here’s what you can do for your local dog shelter You can be an animal lover even if y…
Adoptable Dog of the Week-Athena
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Athena, a 3 years old Hound mix from Tampa, Florida. She is spayed, current on her shots and housetrained.
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Emmy
Meet Emmy, a happy young lady and our Adoptable Dog of the Week. Right now, this Labrador Retriever mix is being fostered in Houston, TX, but is looking for…
Why Do Dogs Hump?
It starts as a cute or embarrassing moment, but can it turn into a mounting behavior? Before jumping to conclusions, learn the reasons why dogs hump.
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Diesel
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Diesel, a 6 years old Boxer mix from Austin, Texas. This handsome fella is neutered and up to date on his shots.
Adoptable Dog of the Week-Baxter
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Baxter, a 9 years old long-haired Chihuahua mix from Denver, Colorado. This cutie pie is neutered and housebroken.
Adoptable Dog of the Week-Ollie
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Ollie, a 5 years old Blue Heeler (Australian Cattle Dog) mix from Lincoln, Nebraska. He is neutered and vaccinated.
How to Stop Toy Guarding in Puppies
It's my toy! Some puppies won't let you near their toy - they just won't share. Here's how you tackle toy guarding in puppies.
Adoptable Pet of the Week – Mochi
Please meet Mochi, our Adoptable Dog of the Week. This sweet, little girl is a mixture of playfulness and love from Nashville, Tennessee.
Snoot to Snoot: Q&A With Surf Dog Turbo
Turbo is a loveable Golden Retriever who loves to surf. We had the chance to hang four and get the inside scoop on what it takes to ride the waves.
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Roulette
Handsome and smart- he will steal your heart! Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Roulette, a 2 years old Spaniel and Bulldog mix from Cheyenne, Wyoming.
Adoptable Dog of the Week-Gypsy
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Gypsy, a 2.5 years old Pitbull mix from Versailles, Kentucky. She is spayed, vaccinated , and microchipped.
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Toby
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Toby, a 6-year-old Husky and Sheltie mix from Vineland, New Jersey. He is neutered and up to date on his shots.
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Odin
By Odin's Beard! Look who's our Adoptable Dog of the Week! Meet Odin, an adult male Boxer from Whitefish, Montana who's looking for a forever home.
Adoptable Dog of the Week-Candy
If you are looking for a small-sized pooch that has a lovely, adaptable personality, then this Dachshund and Terrier mix is ideal pet for you.
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Arlo
Say “Howdy” to Arlo, our Adoptable Dog of the Week. Straight out of Nashville, TN, Arlo is an adult male who can’t wait to meet his forever…
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Maverick
We'd like you to meet Maverick, our Adoptable Dog of the Week. He's a 9-month-old Border Collie mix living in Northville, Michigan.
How Long Should It Take to Train Your Dog the 5 Basic Commands?
Does your dog know the five basic commands? We're going to go over how long it should take to train your dog.
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Max
If you're a fan of floof, become better acquainted with Max, our Adoptable Dog of the Week. Max is an adult male German Shepherd mix from Dallas, Texas.
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Athena
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Athena, a year old Pit Bull Terrier mix from Aurora, Colorado. She is spayed, housetrained, crate-trained, and vaccinated.
How To Survive a New Dog Disaster
Your cute new dog or puppy may bring some not-so-cute consequences. Don't despair! Follow these tips to ease the transition for everyone.
Adoptable Dog of the Week - Cammie
Sweet, loving, and eager to be someone's best friend, our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Cammie, an almost 2 years old Labrador Retriever mix from Montgomery, Alabama.
Adoptable Dog of the Week: Bear
Our Adoptable Dog of the week is Bear, a 4 years old Terrier mix from, Charleston West Virginia. He is neutered, house-trained, and vaccinated.
The Daily Grind: The Dremel 7300-PT Dog Nail Grinding Tool
Clipping your dog's nails can be such a pain. Why not grind them down with the Dremel 7300-PT Dog Nail Grinding Tool to save your sanity?
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Zoe And Scout
Meet Zoe and Scout, our Adoptable Dogs of the Week. These lovely ladies live in Grants, New Mexico and are part of a program where inmates train rescue dogs
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Daisy
Daisy, our Adoptable Dog of the Week, is the pick of the litter! She's a young Labrador Retriever Mix from San Antonio, Texas.
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Walnut
You'll go nuts for Walnut, our Adoptable Dog of the Week. Walnut is a young male Pitbull mix from Sunnyvale, California.
What Do the Letters After a Dog Trainer’s Name Mean?
Certain letters spell out the expertise of a professional. A trainer's certifications can tell you a lot about her experience and approach to dog training.
The World’s Biggest Pet Hotel Opened in Cape Town- Take a Look Insid
The newly opened hotel for cats and dogs is not only the largest in South Africa, but its founders claim it's the biggest pet hotel in the whole world.
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Leeta
We’re pleased to introduce you to Leeta, our Adoptable Dog of the Week from Adoptapet.com. Leeta is a young female Boston Terrier and French Bulldog mi…
Shelter Spotlight: Mission K9 Rescue
This organization is on a mission - to rehome retired military working dogs. Mission K9 Rescue makes sure these veterans are well taken care of.
Best Dog Training Books
Dog training books can offer invaluable insight into the expertise and experience of various professional trainers and dog behaviorist experts.
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Princess Sploot
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Princess Sploot, a 3.5 years old American Pit Bull Terrier mix from Richmond, Virginia. She is spayed and vaccinated.
Getting Things Ready For Your New Rescue Dog
You can’t wait for your new rescue dog to come home – but is your home ready for him? You’ve taken the plunge and decided to give a home to…
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Ringo
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is the extremely adorable Ringo, a 6 year old Boston Terrier and Chihuahua mix from Paris, Maine.
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Booker
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Booker, a 3 to 4 years old Olde English Bulldogge or American Bulldog mix from Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
How Do You Know If Dog Daycare Is Safe?
Are you a little hesitant to leave your pup at doggy daycare? Read these tips before dropping your dog off for the day. It’s natural to be worried abou…
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Berkley
Meet Berkley, our Adoptable Dog of the Week from Adoptapet.com. This little fellow is a Rat Terrier mix that lives in New Milford, CT and can’t wait to…
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Stormy
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Stormy, a 3 and a half years old Husky mix from Lake Odessa, Michigan. She is spayed and vaccinated.
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Ireyna
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Ireyna, a 4 years old Australian Kelpie mix from Gretna, Nebraska. She is spayed, housetrained and vaccinated.
Adoptable Dog of the Week-Harley
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Harley, a one year old Basset Hound and Terrier mix with unique facial markings from Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Ivory
A vision in white, Ivory, our Adoptable Dog of the Week, is an angel! Living in Hooksett, New Hampshire, this 4-year-old White German Shepherd has so much lo…
Adoptable Dog of the Week - Chloe
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Chloe, a five years old Yorkshire Terrier mix from Waxhaw, North Carolina. She is spayed, housetrained, up to date on her vaccines, and microchipped.
Ask The Hairy Dogfathers: Newlywed Puppy Problems
Does your dog like to get into hairy situations? Does he have a bad habit he just won’t give up? Does she not play well with others? That problem isn&r…
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Red
Let's paint the town red, with Red, our Adoptable Dog of the Week! This cheerful gal is a young Pitbull Terrier from Calgary, Alberta.