The Dog Blog

In the ongoing rivalry between small dogs and big dogs, we're going to take some time to focus on the little ones.  Due to their diminutive size, small dogs have earned the rep of being delicate accessories. While a few dogs might enjoy being carried around in handbags that cost more than a typical monthly mortgage, most little dogs are happy to just be dogs - running, rolling, swimming, playing, and sniffing. But more things than this can make them outstanding companions. They are excellent outdoor buddies Small dogs can handle themselves as assuredly as big dogs in the outdoors. Anyone who...

Halloween is creeping up quickly, and if you’re like me, you know that October 31 is going to be filled with the sound of “Woof woof woof!” Yes, somebody is at the door again, and my dogs will not be able to contain their excitement. I live in an area that will be filled with trick-or-treaters. The last thing I want to do is frighten young children and annoy their parents. I enjoy handing out candy but now with two large dogs I have to be strategic.  What is the best way to ensure that everyone has a good time?...

            For any of us, traveling can spur anxieties. Never mind where we are actually going: a beach vacation, a trip to the mountains, or some other spot designed for our relaxation. The actual act of getting there can cause tension. We have to pack our things, leave other things behind, and generally cause a state of chaos in the days before the trip.             For our dogs, these trips can be no less anxiety-ridden. They know something is up and their world is about to be disrupted. They have little idea as to the destination since, rather unfairly in...

Follow these simple instructions for taking care of your DogSheetz and enjoy the benefits for a long time!  If you do not follow these rules, you run the risk of the waterproof barrier cracking in the DogSheetz and allowing liquid to seep through. Wash your DogSheetz Dog Bed Cover or Blanket in cold water using regular detergent (no bleach).  You may use scent beads or a dash of fabric softener. Dry your DogSheetz in air (no heat) or very low heat tumble dry.  If you prefer, you can lay/hang.  You may also use a dryer sheet. You're done! Best way to remember...