Behind the Breed: Icelandic Sheepdogs

As the only native domestic dog breed of Iceland, the Icelandic Sheepdog is well acquainted with cold weather and one of the 50 or so breeds classified as spitzes. Because of their history and thick coat, these dogs thrive in cold climates and as farm dogs but also do...

Endangered Species Day

Tomorrow (May 21st) is the 16th annual Endangered Species Day, a day dedicated to learning about, celebrating, and taking action to protect endangered species around the world. Endangered Species Day is celebrated the third Friday of May each year. Unfortunately, some...

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...

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...

The Coastal Wolves of British Columbia

Along the coast of British Columbia, there are two unique wolf populations but the more interesting of the two is the coastal wolf. The coastal wolves are gray wolves that are found on mainland British Columbia and Vancouver Island and have been known to feed on fish...

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,...