Adoptable Dog of the Week – Jasmine
Meet Jasmine, our sweet smelling Adoptable Dog of the Week. She's an adult Corgi and Terrier mix from Auburn, Washington.
Dog Care and Dog Services
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What Is Endurance Training for Dogs?
Endurance training for dogs is a type of exercise program designed to improve a dog's cardiovascular fitness, stamina, and – as the name suggests – endurance.
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-Poochy
Are you ready to meet your new best friend? Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Poochy, a 3-year-old Husky from Columbus, Ohio.
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Ralphie
You can adopt a Corgi butt of your own! Meet Ralphie, our Adoptable Dog of the Week, who happens to be the owner of a furry and adorable Corgi butt.
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Artimus
If you’re happy and you know it, you need to meet Artimus, our Adoptable Dog of the Week. Artimus is a young male American Staffordshire Terrier mix fr…
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?
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Megan
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Megan, a year old Cocker Spaniel and Papillon mix from Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania. She is housetrained and spayed.
So You Think You Can Pet Sit?
Take it from a pro – being a Dog Nanny isn’t as easy as you think When I first opened my business, it was primarily obedience training. After a y…
Adoptable Dog of the Week - Lupi
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Lupi, a 2 years old Spaniel mix from Marina del Rey, California.
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Charlo
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Charlo, a 4 years old purebred Golden Retriever from Beverly Hills, California. He is neutered and housebroken.
Tidy Tips on Curb Training in the Big City
When there's more concrete than green space, you have to make do-do with what you've got to work with when it comes to your dog's bathroom habits.
Teach Your Dog To Be A Canine Good Citizen
You may think your pup is already pretty awesome, but you can make sure that your dog has all the good manners to be considered a Canine Good Citizen.
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Oliver
This handsome pooch will be your loyal companion and partner in crime for your life’s adventures! Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Oliver, a 3 years ol…
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Waldo
We found him - and he's wearing red and white! Waldo is our Adoptable Dog of the Week, and he is a 5-year-old Poodle mix from Wethersfield, Connecticut.
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Cinnamon
Cinnamon is a sweetie – and that’s why she’s our Adoptable Dog of the Week! This young lady is a 2-year-old American Staffordshire Terrier…
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Harold
We can't believe that Harold, our Adoptable Dog of the Week, hasn't been scoped up yet! Harold is a Cairn Terrier mix from Delevan, Wisconsin.
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Titan
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Titan, a 2 years old Labrador Retriever and Hound mix from Bloomington, Illinois. He is neutered and vaccinated.
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Ace
What a handsome fella! Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Ace, a 1-year old Doberman Pinscher and Greyhound Mix from Palmyra, Nebraska.
Can Your Neighbor Make Your Dog Vomit? (And Other Reasons To Hire A Pe
Keep calm and hire a professional – how to keep your hound happy and healthy while you’re on holiday If you were to walk next door and ask your n…
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Forrest
Hey Forrest, you can stop running now – you’re our Adoptable Dog of the Week! Forrest is an adult male Labrador Retriever mix from Glen Morgan, W…
Mysterious Mutts: Study Shows Shelters Often Misidentify Dog Breeds
A study published in the peer-reviewed journal PLOS One sheds a light on the low accuracy rates of breed guessing at shelters.
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Jai
With a beautiful personality to match his movie-star good looks, Jai, our Adoptable Dog of the Week, is going to be a hit with one lucky family!
What is a Facility Dog?
You've heard of therapy dogs and service dogs, but what about facility dogs? A facility dog is trained for work in a facility setting.
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Bogey
Are you looking to add an active and fun-loving boy to your home? If so, this is the boy for you! Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Bogey, a 5-year-old German…
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Roscoe
Handsome and smart- this doggo has it all! Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Roscoe, a 3 years old Pitbull Terrier mix from Clarksville, Arizona. He is vaccin…
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Rhett
Charming and unforgettable like his namesake- our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Rhett, a 3 to 4 years old hound mix, from Minneapolis, Minnesota.
How to Keep Your Dog From Escaping Out the Front Door
Are you afraid that your dog is going to make a break for it every time you open the door? Settle your fears with the right commands.
Ramps And Pet Steps Give Stiff Senior Dogs A Leg Up
The perfect companion for your senior dog, ramps and steps offer mobility and accessibility for the aging pooch Getting old has advantages (“knowledge…
Trick With a Purpose: Fetch
Does your dog play the can't-catch-me game? Plow you over as soon as you come home? These bad behaviors actually have a fun solution... Fetch!
Shelter Spotlight: Florida Little Dog Rescue
Wonderful things come in small packages. Case in point: the pooches available for adoption through Florida Little Dog Rescue.
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Rosie
Say hi to Rosie, our Adoptable Dog of the Week from Adoptapet.com. Rosie is a young Golden Retriever mix from North Little Rock, AR. She is already spayed, h…
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Batman
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Batman, a 6 years old American Staffordshire Terrier and/or Pit Bull Terrier mix from Blacklick, Ohio.
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Kris
Cuddle up with adorable Kris, our Adoptable Dog of the Week. He's a 1-year-old male Chihuahua from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
Put a Lid on Bossy Barking
Does your dog thrash and squeal while you prepare his food as if to say, "Hurry up, human"? You may have a Bossy Barker on your hands.
A Quick Fix to Doggie Doorbell Drama
Does the doorbell send your dog into a frenzy? A simple management solution will keep your dog from going bonkers when he hears "ding-dong!"
The Quest For Dog: 6 Steps For Prepping Your House For A Puppy
Amanda Schlee doesn’t have a dog… yet. But she’s in full doggy mode and is doing all her research before she and her husband decide on the…
Adoptable Dog of the Week-Sparrow
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Sparrow, a 3 years old Pomeranian mix from Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. He is vaccinated, neutered, and crate trained.
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Brownie
Brownie is our Adoptable Dog of the Week. An adult female German Wirehaired Pointer Mix, she's waiting for her forever home in Dodson, Montana.
7 Reasons Why It’s Important to Properly Socialize Your Dog
Think of it as networking for dogs! Socialization is important - your dog needs to get out there, meet new people, and experience new places.
The Netherlands Just Became First County With No Stray Dogs
With an estimated 200 million stray dogs worldwide it’s clear that the issue of abandoned pets is a major problem for many countries across the globe. Except for the Netherlands!
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.
Shelter Spotlight: Foster Dogs NYC Fospice Program
Homeless dogs deserve to spend their last days surrounded by people who care. That's the idea behind Foster Dogs NYC's Fospice Program.
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…
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.
Adoptable Dog of the Week-Ace
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Ace, a 2 years old Catahoula Leopard Dog and American Pit Bull Terrier mix from Westampton, New Jersey.
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 – Geno
Geno, our Adoptable Dog of the Week, doesn't let anything keep him down. An adult male Chihuahua, he's waiting for his forever home in Great Bend, Kansas.
Pros and Cons of Adopting a Puppy
Are you not sure if you should adopt a puppy or adult dog? There are ups and down with both - let's look at pros and cons of adopting a puppy.
Dog Parent Alert: Is Doggie Daycare A Scam?
Before shelling out your money, make sure that doggie daycare is worth the expense Pet spas and doggie daycares are popping up all over the country as an alt…
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Hunter
This 2.5-years-old American Foxhound mic from Cheyenne, Wyoming, is also a graduate of the P.A.C.K. Project with the Wyoming Department of Corrections.
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Tyson
You have to wonder how can you pack so much cute into a small package. We don’t know how, but Tyson, our Adoptable Dog of the Week, is proof that you c…
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Roy
Sweet, fun, and active, this pooch will be a perfect adventure companion! Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Roy, a year old Shepherd mix from Sisterville, Wes…
TrustedHousesitters: In-Home Pet Sitting You Can Count On
You’re ready to hit the road for a little R&R, and unfortunately, your pet can’t go. You will miss them terribly, but it’s not always possi…
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Tucker
It’s Friday, which means it’s time for our Adoptable Dog of the Week from Adoptapet.com. This week we’re featuring Tucker, an adult Labrado…
Pros And Cons: The Collar Vs. Harness Debate
Does your dog wear a collar or a harness? We’ve leashed in points to keep in mind before making a decision. When it comes to doing what is best for you…
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Ryan
Bring on the snow, says Ryan, our Adoptable Dog of the Week! Keeping cool in Jefferson, New Hampshire, this 5-year-old Alaskan Husky is full of energy.
Adoptable Dog of the Week-Duke
Goofy, cute, and sweet as they come- our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Duke, a 5 years old English Pointer from Brunswick, Maine.
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Charlotte Newberry
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Charlotte Newberry, a 2 years old Belgian Malinois and American Bulldog mix from Providence, Rhode Island.
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.