Hunny: The Rescue Dog Who Learned to Run Again
Life with eight rescue dogs is filled with a little bit of chaos and a lot of love. My name is Danielle Wagner, and I’m a local news anchor in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. I became a dog mom in 2006,…
Is Your Dog’s Nighttime Waking Normal? What Vets Want You to Know
It’s 2:47 AM, and you hear that familiar scratching at the bedroom door, or maybe a cold nose nudging your arm. Again. Your dog is wide awake and apparently convinced that right now is the perfect time for… something. If…
Functional Fitness for Real Life: The Case for Everyday Athleticism
Most people think athletes are those who train for a sport. But what if you’re already training—just without meaning to? Why Most People Don’t See Themselves as Athletes When I was younger, I believed that strength training—or even training hard—was…
Ask Dr. Paola – Breeding Ethics, Whining & Food Intolerances (January 26, 2026)
Welcome to our “Ask Dr. Paola” series, where every Monday we bring expert advice straight from Dr. Paola Cuevas (MVZ) to help our readers better understand their dog’s health and well-being. Whether you’re a new pet parent or a seasoned…
Simple Training Tricks to Quiet Your Barking Dog
In this article Why Dogs Bark (And Why It Matters) Simple Tricks That Actually Work What Doesn’t Work (And What You Should Never Do) When to Get Help View 3 More + Less – Does your dog launch into a…
BEST-BOX: Too Good To Be True or Total Game-Changer?
For the sceptics amongst us, things that seem too good to be true usually are, but the groundbreaking diagnostic and therapeutic system from EQUUSIR may just be the exception to the rule. At first glance, you might be forgiven for…
Small, Smart, and Trainable: 10 Dog Breeds to Consider
You’ve decided you’re ready for a dog. You’ve pictured the walks, the cuddles, the Instagram-worthy moments. But then reality hits: training. Teaching commands, curbing bad habits, and preventing your new puppy from turning your favorite shoes into chew toys. If…
North Queensland Cats and Dogs Shelter Takes a Pragmatic Approach to Give Neglected Animals a Second Chance
For the dogs that arrive at Paws and Claws Animal Shelter in Port Douglas, Australia, the journey to a new home begins with something many of them have never truly known: genuine care, endless patience, and a quiet place to…
Dogster Photo Contest: Dogs of the Week Winners (January 22, 2026)
In this article Winner Most Expressive Silliest Most Dignified Cutest Sleepiest Best Action Shot Enter Your Dog View 7 More + Less – This Week’s Winner Name: Nandos Breed: Pitbull Fun Fact: “Nandos the Xmas Pup- mom knows the best…
Why Dance Is One of the Most Powerful Confidence-Building Workouts
Dance isn’t just one of the most insanely fun workouts—it’s also a complete confidence and resilience builder. I know this because I learned to shuffle dance in 2019, and it has shifted every single area of my life—from physical fitness,…