Starry Nights: The Problem of Light Pollution
The next time it's nighttime where you are, go outside and take a look at the sky. What do you see? Can you see the moon? Are there stars out? What constellations can you see? With more artificial lights making their way into our lives, a significant amount of people...
Behind the Breed: Great Swiss Mountain Dog
The Great Swiss Mountain Dog is a great companion for any active family or home. If you want a hiking partner, consider a Swissy!
6 Trail Dangers For Dogs: How to Keep Your Dog Safe While Hiking
Hiking with dogs is such a fun activity and a great way to tire your dog out! The Pacific Northwest is home to so many hiking trails in some truly gorgeous areas. Hiking is a great way to spend a day but there are some things to keep in mind when on the trails, as...
Behind the Breed: Chinese Shar-Pei
Shar-peis are one of the oldest dog breeds in the world!
May the Fourth Be With You! Star Wars Day Celebration – Pet Edition
Today is May the Fourth and because it sounds so similar to 'May the Force', it's Star Wars Day! Over the years, there have been plenty of people, pets, and other animals celebrating the day in fun ways. From Volkswagen commercials to Wookie Cookies to costumes, pets...
Behind the Breed: Spitz Classification
There are 50-70 different dog breeds, most of whom have origins in some of the coldest parts of the northern hemisphere, that have the spitz classification. These breeds are characterized by their wolf-like appearance, including their pointed ears, almond eyes,...
6 Ways To Manage Shedding Like A Pro
For breeds like Golden Retrievers, Great Pyrenees, and German Shepherds, shedding is just a normal part of everyday life. Getting a dog that sheds a lot means dealing with fur everywhere on a daily basis and I truly mean everywhere - on your clothes, the floor, any...
5 Ways You Can Be An Eco-Friendly Pet Owner
To finish up Earth Week 2021, here are some tips on how to be an eco-friendly pet owner!
Behind the Breed: Miniature American Shepherd
The Miniature American Shepherd is, in many ways, a more compact Australian Shepherd and despite its smaller size, still has all the energy and intelligence of a herding dog.
5 Fun Animal Print Face Masks (Because the Pandemic isn’t Over!)
The end of the pandemic may seem near but wearing a face mask is still important! Wearing a face mask while out in public can help decrease Covid-19 transmissions. Here are 5 fun animal print face masks!
Behind the Breed: Boerboels
Because of their muscular appearance and blocky head, these large dogs can easily be confused with Cane Corsos or other mastiff types. But Boerboels are their own, unique breed with origins in South Africa and Europe (through colonization). Boerboels, which roughly...
10 Great Mother’s Day Gifts, Cards, and Online Stores For Any Pet Loving Mom
Mother’s Day is a month away! If you’re trying to figure out what to get your animal loving mother (or any mothers in your life), here are some ideas!
Climate Change’s Impact on The American Pika
The American Pika is a cute, tiny rabbit-like mammal that lives in the rocky terrain of high elevation alpine mountains. Climate change seems to be affecting pikas in different ways.
Behind The Breed: Five Domestic Rabbit Breeds
There is this trend around Christmas and Easter to impulsively adopt pets like dogs, cats, bunnies, and chicks. When young, these animals are impossibly cute so it's easy to see why so many would want puppies, kittens, chicks, and bunnies around. But adopting an...
DIY Dog Treats That Are Easy to Make
Making your own dog treats can be a fun baking activity and ends with tasty snacks for your dog! There are so many recipes out there but here are a few easy recipes you can try today. Sweet Potato Chews This is by far the easiest treat to make on this list! All you...
Easter Activities for the Whole Family, Including Pets.
This post contains affiliate links to products. I may receive a commission for purchases made through these links. For those who celebrate, Easter is just around the corner! There are so many fun activities for this holiday, including Easter egg hunts, dying eggs,...
Behind the Breed: Papillons
These small, happy dogs are known for their big wing-like ears and agility abilities. Papillons are incredibly smart and friendly, making them great companions, especially for those who might live in smaller places or those who want to travel with their dog. They're...
Camping With Dogs
This post contains affiliate links to products. I may receive a commission for purchases made through these links. One of the many great things about the Pacific Northwest is how easy it is to spend time outside. There are parks, lakes, rivers, mountains, the Salish...
Behind the Breed: Samoyeds
These white, fluffy dogs are known for their friendly, goofy nature. Bred initially for pulling sleds and other tasks, Samoyeds thrive in colder climates and often love snow. In fact, their history as sled dogs is why they're one of the oldest domestic dog breeds...
Behind the Breed: Rottweilers.
There are a few breeds that look or are considered dangerous. The title of 'most dangerous breed' has changed over the years but for some, rottweilers are a scary breed. Like with any breed, a dog's temperament is often dependent on genetics and life experience; plus,...
Getting Pet Stains and Odor Out!
There's nothing that gets me out of bed faster than a cat or dog vomiting. Cleaning up vomit (or even stool!) at 3am while half asleep is not what I call a good time but neither is waking up in the morning and accidentally stepping in something cold and very gross....