The Doggie Bowl
Discover advice and tips from experts on how to be the best dog mom or dad to your furry best friend your dog! We even have stories from dog parents like you and fun ways to celebrate our pooches. Search by category or tags to find the best content for you.
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Dear Mary Puppins: We’re having some house training problems
Hannah Richter (aka Mary Puppins) is a certified dog trainer and current instructor at Andrea Arden Dog Training in NYC. If you have something you want to ask Mary Puppins be sure to email us at jamie@dogspotted.com!
Should I Share my Bed with my Dog?
When growing up, I never really thought about whether it was a good idea or not to sleep in the same bed as my 6lb maltese. He was like my stuffed animals, only cuter and warmer (although he had a…
Are Pit Bulls Really Dangerous?
My cousin had the sweetest Pitbull in the world. She was a bundle of joy, always happy to sit on your lap for a quick nap, and only sometimes ate the barbie dolls we would bring over. Later in life,…
Is Your Dog Ready For A Dog Sibling?
One of the more unforeseen symptoms of the COVID-19 pandemic was the doggie fever that struck millions of people across the world. That fever shows no signs of burning out and many homes, including those with existing dogs, continue to…
5 Must-Read Books for Dog Lovers
Calling all pet parents, animal advocates, and dog lovers: whether you’re looking for a new tail-wagging page-turner or you’re craving a heartwarming dog story here are 5 must-read books that are sure to give you all the doggie feels:
Dear Mary Puppins: My Guy is a Shy Puppy
Hannah Richter (aka Mary Puppins) is a certified dog trainer and current instructor at Andrea Arden Dog Training in NYC. If you have something you want to ask Mary Puppins be sure to email us at woof@dogspotted.com!
6 Things to Know About Bringing Home a French Bulldog
To get us started, here are some things you may not know about “Frenchies”… They are hilariously cute They are eager to please They talk in snort language They love to bathe in the sun They are big snugglers 2020…
How to Register your Dog to Become a Therapy Dog
If you’re anything like me, there are some days that you can’t imagine getting through without your dog. The type of emotional connection and support dogs can give you wordlessly can’t be matched. That’s why therapy dogs can be so…
How To Teach Dogs To Take Treats Gently
Dogs and humans share one thing in common: they love food! Though sometimes our dogs can often be a little overzealous when it comes to sneaking a bite. To teach dogs to naturally take food from the hand with a…