You’ve finally gotten your new Cockapoo, so what will you do next? Train them, of course! Training is one of the most vital things you can do with any dog breed, and the Cockapoo is no different. But are Cockapoos easy to train? Absolutely! This breed is highly intelligent due to its Poodle heritage, which… Read More
Designer dog breeds have grown in number and variety since their start in the 1950s, with two popular ones being the Cockapoo and the Maltipoo. Both dogs have Poodle parents, but the most significant difference lies in their other parents—the Cocker Spaniel and the Maltese. Because they have some similar parentage, these two breeds have… Read More
If you’re planning a beach vacation, you could leave your dog behind with a sitter or at a boarding facility—or you could pack up your pup and bring it along! However, you’ll have to be sure any beach you’re planning on visiting is dog-friendly if you decide to go that route. Luckily, if your beach… Read More
Finding a dog food that’s an excellent fit for your dog (i.e., they’re willing to eat it and you like the ingredients) can be a battle, especially if you consider the types of ingredients that often go into regular dog foods. If you’re looking for something healthier for your pup that has fewer added things… Read More
Having allergies to dogs doesn’t mean you stop loving them any less, and it doesn’t necessarily mean you don’t want one of your own, despite the sneezing and itchy eyes. The trick is to figure out what precisely about dogs triggers your allergies and then to find a dog that has a lower risk of… Read More
If you have allergies to dogs but love them anyway, you’re in a bit of a pickle. After all, dog hair, dander, and saliva are responsible for many allergic reactions! To find the perfect dog for you, you’d probably have to find one that’s hypoallergenic. Right? Well, not exactly, mostly because there are no truly… Read More
Few people are fond of spiders, especially when they are lurking about the house. And nobody wants to deal with a spider bite! If you have pets, though, it’s not just you or your human family you should be concerned about—our pets run the risk of being bitten as well. Wolf spiders can be found… Read More
Dogs will eat nearly anything, up to and including plants. However, some plants are incredibly toxic for our four-legged friends, so it’s good to know which plants are safe to have around and which are not. One plant you can safely have around is the money tree. What is a money tree? This plant is… Read More
Craving a caffeine fix and thinking about heading to Starbucks, but have your dog with you? Then, unfortunately, your pet will have to stay outside. Though Starbucks is fond of animals, dogs aren’t allowed inside the building. This mainly has to do with health and wellness, as having dogs and other animals inside means the… Read More
As much as we love having plants in and around our home, we love our dogs more, and dogs are notorious for eating things they shouldn’t. When your dog starts chowing down on your plants, there’s probably a moment of panic if you aren’t sure whether the plant is dog-safe or not. Take dahlias, for… Read More
Our feline companions get into many things they shouldn’t (the garbage, our food, all those breakable things sitting on the counter). Sometimes plants are included on this list. That’s why it’s always good to know what plants are cat-friendly and which aren’t. Today, we’re looking at petunias. Are petunias poisonous to cats? Good news—if your… Read More
