dog

It's no coincidence that a dog is a man's best friend; they're more faithful than most other animals, and more faithful than many people.

A Letter to My Dog
Dear Bruno, I will start with how lucky and blessed I feel to have had you in my life. You were my first dog, and because of that, you will not be my last. I will always have dogs in my life because of you. You have taught me more than I had ever expected to learn from a dog and given me more than I had ever expected to receive from an animal.
By Samantha Castro7 years ago in Petlife
Death
My dog died today. It’s an odd thing, death. It hits you when you least expect it. He died today at the ripe age of 12. “That's pretty old for a big dog,” they tell me, as if it'll help the pain. There’s nothing that will help the pain of losing a family member, and that’s what he was, a member of this family.
By Lily Gray7 years ago in Petlife
How to Prevent Your Dog from Getting Separation Disorder
Many people love dogs, they are fun to be around, fun to play with, and great walking or running buddies and sometimes they like to cuddle up on the couch with you. However, there are many dogs that have separation disorder. Separation anxiety is what occurs when your dog is left home alone and he acts up or he barks or whines until he or she gets attention. There are a few things you can do to make sure your dog is comfortable by himself or herself.
By Ada Zuba7 years ago in Petlife
Why Boxers are the Greatest Dogs
About seven years ago I was in a relationship with a female and we both decided we wanted to get a dog. My niece had put her purebred boxer male with another pure female with plans to sell them. I let her know as soon as I found out what she had planned, that I wanted one. When the puppies came I had my hopes up and was ready to pick one out.
By Fellow Knee7 years ago in Petlife
Five Things I Learned from My Dog. Top Story - December 2018.
When I left my husband, I also had to leave behind my dog who I had rescued from the side of I-40 in Arizona. I was moving into a very small apartment that only allowed small dogs, and my dog weighed 140lbs.
By Denise Willis7 years ago in Petlife
Emma's First Snow Day
I awoke early this morning, "Snow!" I exclaim. "Today is Emma's first snow!" Gently I patted the sleeping terrier beside me brushing down her brown and black wiry coat. Sleepily she looked up at me with puzzled eyes. Bending down I scooped the bundle in my arms and carried her to the dog door.
By Autumn Brown7 years ago in Petlife
How to Safely Bring a New Dog Home & Introduce Them to Your Kids
Is your family welcoming a new four-legged pup soon? Bringing home a dog is a very exciting time. However, there is a ton of preparation that needs to be done before the canine arrives. Outside of puppy proofing your home, getting them a bed, food, and toys, you need to teach your kids how to play with and approach the new dog.
By Amanda Lin7 years ago in Petlife
The Best Therapy Is Puppy Therapy
A year ago I never would’ve thought that I would step foot into an animal shelter and feel so at peace with myself. I was always scared of dogs, ever since my sister got attacked by a German Shepherd. Thank you to a great friend of mine who actually brought me to this local shelter. I couldn’t be happier spending time with all these amazing animals. This little story that I’m about to tell you really comes from my heart, because ever since I started volunteering at the shelter, it’s become a little safe haven for me, and it's a happy place of mine. When I first started volunteering at the shelter, I was used to playing with little dogs such as Chihuahuas, Maltese, Beagles, etc. I started playing with a Loo Loo when I saw how playful she was with my friend. I was originally scared of Loo Loo because the same energy Loo Loo had was the same energy the dog that attacked my sister had. When I actually started playing with her, though, she was very hyper, but she was also very friendly and very loyal. Her and I became so close that when I started walking her, she can either walk beside me, or if she wants to walk ahead of me, she will turn back occasionally to make sure that I was still there. If that doesn’t define loyalty, I guess I do not have a better definition for loyalty other than that. Loo Loo was one of the first big dogs I have ever played with at the shelter. This was a couple months after I started to volunteer at the shelter and I couldn’t have been happier with meeting such a beautiful and pleasant dog like Loo Loo. As you can see, her fur is very different from the regular dogs that we are used to seeing. Loo Loo is actually a dog breed called Catahoula (well, I think that’s how you spell it I’m not exactly sure). She was the first of many dogs that I grew fond of and she is the reason why I am still volunteering at my local shelter to this day. I always come to the shelter on my free time because it is a little escape from my responsibilities. It’s not like I will drop or ignore all of my responsibilities, but it’s nice to have a break every now and then.
By Kat P7 years ago in Petlife
Puppy Love
For as long as I can remember, I've always asked my parents for a puppy. It didn’t matter what kind, as long as it had paws, a tail and it barked. I first remember asking for a dog after I got a puppy game for my "Nintendo DS." I know what you’re thinking, who wants a responsibility as big as a puppy based on a game? But hey, I was only six! The feeling of a virtual dog satisfied me for a little while, but it’s not the same as having the real thing. Anyway, my parents always told me that I would get one when I was older, but I knew that was just code for, "Stop asking and go do some homework."
By Taylor Lewis7 years ago in Petlife
I Warned Her
To offer some background information on my dog, I did not raise him, and he was already five years old when we took him in. We received him from our vet family friends because they refused to put him down when his previous owner could not find a home for him. Nacho is my dog and he is a chihuahua, which means that he is not the best playmate for a toddler or a baby. Chihuahuas are usually patient, but not with toddlers unless slowly introduced. To chihuahuas, babies are aliens that they're brains cannot comprehend, therefore it is a danger.
By Ada Zuba7 years ago in Petlife
Misconceptions About Chihuahuas
Stereotypes can be very false or sometimes very true. Sometimes, however, they can be both. So, I have complied a list of stereotypes for chihuahuas and I will tell you which ones to believe:
By Ada Zuba7 years ago in Petlife
My Two Babies
Back in 2011, I came across an ad giving away puppies and it excited me because I had just gotten a place of my own and I was finally single again which I had not been in such a long time. I figured getting a puppy would give me someone to keep me company when I wasn’t working.
By Brandi Payne7 years ago in Petlife