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Do You Consider Yourself a Dog Mom?
Some dog owners love to be called “dog moms” or “dog dads” and they gladly refer to their pets as their fur kids. On the other hand, some people don’t like to think of their pets as their “kids.” I asked five mothers how they feel about being called dog moms, and here’s what they had to say. Do you consider yourself a dog mom?Lisa Cohn, Portland (pictured above) Mother of 3 human ch…
Should You Allow Your Dog on the Bed?
I don't allow my dog to sleep on my bed because he's a little, um ... gross. Ace is one of those big, drooly-types who always has "shoelaces" hanging from his mouth. If I do allow him to sleep in my room on the floor, he's constantly waking me up by flapping his ears, flinging drool or snoring. Needless to say, my dog does not sleep on my bed. But what if your dog isn't as noisy and…
The Many Benefits of Adopting Senior Dogs
November is Adopt a Senior Dog Month! Because older dogs are often overlooked in shelters in place of a fluffy, energetic puppy, we wanted to highlight some of the amazing things that come with having a pup in your home with more mileage.There are various reasons people prefer younger dogs, but older dogs have so much to offer as well! Here are some reasons you might want to think twice about the…