We are very excited to formally announce the launch of an important new resource for Los Angeles dog lovers on our site – the Los Angeles Dog Event Calendar! We have been working with numerous event sponsors and expect this to rapidly become the most comprehensive calendar of dog-related events in the Los Angeles area. [...]
Despite all of the available information and promotion, there are still not enough homeless dogs being adopted and raised in good homes with loving families. This results in many dogs living out caged lives in a municipal shelter or, even worse, being “put to sleep.” If you are a true dog lover and have a [...]
I recently posted an article 3 Easy Steps to Get Your Dog Ready For Car Travel and before that I posted Airplane Travel With Your Dog. Today I come across a great Pet Travel 101 infographic that brings together in graphical form some great tips for travelling with your dog. Try to keep these tips [...]
Today, almost everyone knows that it is important for people to take vitamin supplements, but not everyone knows that it is also just as important for their dogs. In the same way that vitamin supplements benefit people that take them, they also provide numerous benefits to the overall health of dogs. This is especially true [...]
The American Humane Association Hero Dog Awards™ were created in 2010 to celebrate the remarkable bond between dogs and people. This annual national competition searches out and recognizes America’s Hero Dogs in our midst who save lives, provide comfort, and help those needing assistance. Heroic hounds can be nominated in one of eight categories: Law [...]
The Internet is certainly a marketplace of ideas. Lots of people and lots of opinions. We are all used to that, but I was still particularly intrigued by the following two posts I came across today, each presenting a different viewpoint on the question of whether one should date a dog owner or not. [...]
Despite what we normally believe, not all dogs love traveling in a car – at least not at first. Some dogs are very scared or anxious in the car, especially if they are not used to being inside a car while the engine is running. Car travel with your pet may also be a issue [...]
Yeah, this has been floating around the Internet for quite a while, but even if you’ve seen it already, I am sure it will still make you laugh again! 
“Susie’s Hope” is a animal advocacy feature film based on the true life story of a North Carolina dog who was set on fire in 2010. Susie survived and now is an inspirational spokes-dog standing against animal cruelty. Donna Lawrence, the survivor of a vicious pit bull attack, adopted Susie, an abandoned pitbull mix who [...]
We can count on the people at Good Housekeeping to bring us the best in pet etiquette for sticky circumstances. How would you handle these situations? Do you agree with the experts from Good Housekeeping? I think they are pretty much on the mark, for almost all of them. Share you thoughts in the comments. [...]
Every day we read about accidental dog poisonings that could have been easily avoided. Dogs are naturally curious and enjoy exploring. Responsible dog ownership means keeping our dogs safe. We need to be vigilant and prevent our dogs from coming into contact with poisonous chemicals, contaminated food, and toxic plants. Even household cleaning products such [...]
Here is a great outdoor event that you don’t want to miss – spend a special afternoon and evening together with your dog cheering on the Los Angeles Dodgers! On Saturday, May 11, 2013, the Dodgers will hold another Natural Balance Bark in the Park at Dodger Stadium (1000 Elysium Park Avenue in Los Angeles, [...]
The video report below describes the very successful Custody Canine Program that has been running in the Los Angeles County Men’s Central Jail since August 2012. This unique program pairs dogs that have been rescued with prison inmates. The inmates then train the dogs in order to prepare them to be adopted. The dogs live [...]
When people ask me what my occupation is and I tell them that I teach people how to do first aid and CPR on their dogs and cats, they usually respond with a “Really? Wow!” Yes, I really am a pet first aid instructor. Why? Because dog-sh*t happens! According to the American Animal Hospital Association, [...]
I recently came across an article on Entrepreneur.com that might be of interest to many of you. The owner and founder of Santa Monica’s Fit Dog Sports Club comes with a work resume that you might not have expected… Andrea Servadio was a successful investment banker in New York City for almost 10 years. Then [...]
Well, we are now well into March, so that can mean only one thing – time for March Madness! Yes, time for the annual ritual of the NCAA Basketball Tournament. Time for Basketball. Brackets. Beer. Cheerleaders. Mascots. Yes, for us animal lovers, the mascots of the competing NCAA basketball teams is a significant part of the [...]
The 13th annual North Shore Animal League America Tour For Life® is now underway! This annual event is the world’s largest cooperative national adoption initiative! UPDATE: We’ve updated this page with links to the Los Angeles Dogs Events Calendar for each of the individual events, with details and a map to the venue. Four of [...]
Do you have a story about a special veterinarian who made a significant impact on your life, on the life of your pet, or on the life of some other animal? We want these veterinarians to get the recognition they deserve – nominate them today for the title of “America’s Favorite Veterinarian” in the contest [...]
Want to make a special gift for your favorite dog – all by yourself? How about making a custom, handmade dog bed that doesn’t require any sewing? Sound like fun? Then watch this step by step video and see how to easily make a dog bed! What do you think? Homemade Dog Toys If you [...]