Entries by Hot Dog on a Leash

Thinking Outside the Box with Doggie Dangers 

Being a good pet parent involves you putting your pet’s health and safety as the main priority. Unfortunately, many things can put your dog at risk, and there can be many reasons why this happens. It only takes one mistake to cause disasters for your dog and yourself. Below are some everyday things people do […]

Plastic Bags Are a Risk to Dogs 

Not only are plastic bags bad for the environment, but they also aren’t good for dogs. We all know that dogs love to explore and get anything they can get their mouths or paws on. Do not underestimate the plastic bag. Our research concluded that dogs had been known to eat plastic bags simply out […]

5 Benefits of Sleeping with Your Dog

Did you know you can experience many benefits if you sleep with your four-legged friend? That is, if you allow it and want to do it in the first place! Allowing your dog to sleep with you can mean many things. The dog may be looking for a bonding experience while you are exploring ways […]

Can Dogs Show Jealous Behavior? 

We understand that jealousy in humans is never good and can cause many problems! Have you ever wondered if our four-legged friends can show jealous behavior? Studies have confirmed that dogs do get jealous. The good news is that it isn’t at the same level humans experience, but it still happens. Let’s take a deeper […]

Daylight Saving Time Confuses Pets

This weekend, millions of people will lose an extra hour of sleep, courtesy of the switch to daylight saving time from standard time. Not everyone will change their clocks, though. While most of the country observes this semi-annual clock-changing ritual, in Arizona, only people who live on the Navajo Nation change their clocks, and those […]

Why German Shepherds Are the Best Family Dog

When you’re a dog lover, no matter how many things or people fill your home, it never quite feels complete without a fluffy pup or two running around. If your family has decided to add a dog into the mix, it can be a huge choice to make. There are a bunch of different considerations […]

Help! My Dog has Car Motion Sickness!

Most dogs love when their owners say, “Come on! Let’s go for a car ride!” Dogs love a new adventure, and riding in a car is fun. However, it is common for some dogs to suffer from motion sickness while riding in vehicles. This can put a damper on the fun for everyone. This article […]

What Makes a Good Dog Park? 

Dogs and their owners can reap many benefits when visiting a dog park. The apparent reason is that your four-legged friend will get tons of mental and physical exercise. This article will provide more information about dog parks, things you should expect, and some items that make a good dog park. Dog parks give dogs […]

Tuesday’s Treat: Easy Chewy Sweet Potato Bites 

Welcome to our Tuesday Treat article of the week. We are excited to share a fun, easy, healthy treat recipe for your four-legged friend! On the menu today are Easy Chewy Sweet Potato Bites. This is one of the easiest recipes we have ever posted; your dog will love it! Please share the recipe so […]

Why Do Dogs Love to Lay in the Sun?

As we are approaching summer, you are likely to witness your dog laying motionless in the backyard, soaking up that golden yellow sunlight on a hot day. One might wonder, what is it about being in the sun that makes dogs love it so much? Are they just trying to sunbathe as we humans do? […]