You can call me superstitious or call me crazy, but I stand firm in my belief that certain dog names should be completely avoided. Yes your new pup may be just as sweet as sugar, but call her “Sugar” and you can just about be guaranteed that she will develop sugar diabetes later in life. Thinking of calling your dog “Lucky”? Really? Are you kidding me?! Every “Lucky” I’ve ever known was lucky enough to get kicked by a horse, run over by a truck, lose an eye in a dog fight, fall off a cliff, o [More]

My biggest fear is that I’ll need to find a veterinarian on this trip. [More]

As invaluable as vaccinations are for protecting canine health, determining which vaccines are appropriate and how frequently they should be administered are no longer simple decisions. In my book, vaccinations are no different than any other medical procedure. They should not be administered without individualized discussion and consideration of the potential risks and benefits. [More]

Not only is Axel a beloved family member, he is also an employee of the Sonoma County Sheriff’s Department. He and his best buddy Sheriff Adrian Mancilla have been partners for approximately two years. [More]

George de Mestral’s amazing invention inspired by the awesome combination of nature and a dog.
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