Don’t Lie to Sleeping Dogs
We all tell fibs from time to time. Research shows the average person lies about two times a day. Not too bad. This suggests most …
Pug Life
Dog By Another Name
Dogs have been “Man’s Best Friend” for so long it’s not surprising they have influenced our culture. Nobody knows for sure when dogs were domesticated. …
Doggie Dreams
Scientists say the average person dreams four to six times per night. Dogs dream, too. Pet owners hear them whimper, see their paws twitch, their …
President Washington Knew His Hounds
George Washington is a legendary figure in American history. He led us to victory in the Revolutionary War and became the first U.S. president. But …
We Don’t Dig it When Our Dogs Dig
Nobody likes to discover their pooch has dug up their prized rose garden. Worse yet, when those dirty paws have soiled the carpet or couch …
Why Do Some Nations Have More Dogs?
There’s no doubt that dogs are popular the world over. Here are the top five countries with the most dogs, according to WorldAtlas: USA – …
Unusual Name, Unusual Strength: Alaskan Malamute
It may seem like a strange name, but there’s a reason for the moniker “malamute” in the dog breed Alaskan Malamute. The powerfully built sled …
Fun Fact: The Canary Islands Were Named for Dogs, Not Birds
Sometimes names can be deceiving. The Canary Islands, a group of Spanish Islands off the west coast of Africa, aren’t named for canaries, the pretty …
Watch Out For Antifreeze Poisoning and Your Dog
Antifreeze helps keep our car engines running during these frigid winter days. But it’s also poisonous to dogs, who will gladly drink it because it …
We’re All Ears: Dog Hearing is a Superpower
With all the focus on a dog’s sense of smell, it’s easy to forget the power of canine hearing. Dogs can hear much better than …