Dog Tales Blog

If the looks of a Bavarian Mountain Scent Hound don’t intrigue you, I’m guessing the American Kennel Club’s synopsis of it will…”Hailing from Germany, the Bavarian Mountain Scent Hound is the Bayerischer Gebirgsschweisshund in its native German. The breed’s most notable trait is its outstanding “cold…

While at an agility trial this weekend, a dog in the novice ring was sniffing around while the handler tried in vain to get his attention.  The handler came out of the ring, visibly frustrated, saying that there must have been some really good smells…

As a dog parent, traveling without your dog is very stressful.  You constantly worry if they’ll be okay, if they’ll eat and, in some cases, receive their medicine on time.  One option for your pets when going away without them is to leave them at…

As most people who live with a dog know, dogs understand what it means when a human points.  According to Professor Richard Byrne from the University of St. Andrews in Scotland: “…Even our closest relatives, the great apes, typically fail to understand pointing when it’s…

The Basset Fauve de Bretagne is one of six dogs that make up the Basset Hound family. This breed was recorded in the American Kennel Club’s Foundation Stock Service starting in February of 2015 and was assigned to the Hound Group.  They measure between 12.5”…

Three Dog Bakery, LLC is pleased to showcase the new Cookies with Carob Flavored Chips, a classic childhood cookie reimagined for dogs, at Global Pet Expo in Orlando, FL. The traditional chocolate chip cookie is getting a dog-safe update so pet parents can safely share…

I know I’ve spoken about the importance of dog exercise before, but it bears mentioning again.  The other day, I was talking to a friend who told me his dog became destructive any time he left him home alone.  I suggested my friend physically exercise…

Does your dog love to pull you around when you take it for walks?  Have you tried walking him on a harness, only to have him pull harder?  Then the sport of sled dog racing may be for you.  That is, of course, provided your…

Spring is quickly approaching, which means it’s time to refresh the wardrobe. Put the chunky sweaters and flannel away. It’s time to bring out the fun colors and prints. The same goes for your pup, too! It’s time for them to get a new collar…

ST. PATRICK’S DAY TREATS NOW ON HAND When we say natural, we mean it. No green food dye here! Our green hues are as pure as the Emerald Isle herself. They come from a pinch of spinach powder. Our Lucky Shamruff Cookies (wheat-based) are just…

A few days ago, I read an article about a 7-year-old from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, named Emma Mertens.  On January 23, Emma was diagnosed with a Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma, a rare, inoperable brain tumor.  According to the Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma Resource Network, DIPGs typically…

The American Kennel Club describes the Hokkaido as “a dog of noteworthy endurance and dignity. His temperament is faithful, docile, very alert and bold. He also shows accurate judgment and great stamina.” He is a courageous and brave dog, bred to hunt bears and other…