Dog Care

Ever stood in front of a row of adorable puppy faces and thought, “How hard can this be?”—only to realize later that some dogs are basically Olympic athletes trapped in fluffy bodies? I’ve been there. One of my neighbors once picked a super-energetic Border Collie as her first dog. Two months in, she looked like […]

Ever tried hugging a short-haired dog and thought, “Well, that felt… efficient”? Now, imagine burying your face into a living, breathing cotton candy cloud that also wags its tail at you. That’s the magic of a fluffy dog. I’ll be honest—fluffy pups aren’t just pets; they’re stress balls with legs. As a dog-obsessed dentist (yes,

Think your fancy doorbell cam and motion-sensor lights are enough to keep the bad guys out? Cute. But let’s be honest—nothing beats the sight (and bark) of a loyal guard dog standing watch at your front door. As a dentist who spends the day making sure smiles stay safe, I’ve also learned that feeling secure

Okay, let’s get real for a second—training a service dog isn’t like teaching your neighbor’s fluffy Pomeranian to roll over for a treat (although props to the Pom if they can!). It’s a serious journey that calls for patience, consistency, and more treats than you’d probably admit to your vet. As someone who’s spent years

Teaching your dog tricks isn’t just about impressing your neighbors at the park (though that’s a nice perk). It’s about strengthening your bond, sharpening your pup’s mind, and sneaking in some extra exercise for both of you. I still remember the first trick I taught my golden retriever, Max. It was “Sit.” Simple, right? Well,