What Can Dogs NOT Eat for the Holidays? A Guide to Pet-Friendly Holiday Foods There were at least two dogs at the first Thanksgiving at Plymouth Plantation. They actually came over on the Mayflower. A 25-year-old passenger names John Goodman brought his Mastiff and his Spaniel with him to the New World. According to written
Can You Train an Older Dog? Your Guide to Training Older Dogs Despite what you may have heard, a dog’s willingness to learn does not disappear with age. Older dogs still have a trick or two left up their sleeves, and if you challenge and engage them in a training routine, their eagerness to learn
The Pet Parent’s Guide to Caring for and Adopting a Senior Dog Did you know that November is Adopt a Senior Pet Month? If you've been thinking about adopting another pet, a dog in its golden years could be an outstanding choice. You may never have considered the possibility of adopting an older dog, but
PetPlate’s Guide to Natural Remedies for Dogs If you’ve ever sipped a steaming cup of chamomile tea to wind down at the end of the day or chewed on ginger to fight nausea, then you appreciate the power of natural remedies to help soothe common ailments. You can also harness Mother Nature’s power for your
Training Tips: Dog Costumes and Clothes There’s nothing cuter than dogs dressed in hoodies, sweaters, raincoats, and costumes. It’s clear that they tolerate it. But do they actually like it? Most canine companions can be trained to wear clothes without protest. And yes, even sorta kinda like it, if it keeps them cozy and earns
From ancient Egyptian lords of the underworld to Darth Vader, bad guys often appear in ebony. Does this historical, widespread negative association with the color black cause darker dogs to linger longer in shelters? As we head toward National Black Dog Day on October 1st, we're taking a look! What is Black Dog Syndrome? Black
At Your (Bottle) Service! We’re not one-trick-doggies around here at PetPlate. In fact, one of our beloved PetCare Specialists, Rosario, is a former sommelier! Needless to say, we had to hit him up for custom drinks pairing ideas for our gently-cooked entrées. It's like hooch for your pooch (full of vitamins instead of booze, of
Of course you love your dog! He has more (and fluffier) beds than you do. You make sure he gets healthy walks every day, regardless of wind, rain, snow or hangover. You spent more time researching his vet than you did your own primary care physician. Should you get pet insurance, too? Here are 7
The 10 Best Dog Training Tips An untrained dog is still a great friend. But a trained dog can be an even better friend. Not to mention happier and safer, as training your dog is something that's definitely done for their own good (not because you're on a power trip). When you start training your
What You Need to Crate Train a Puppy Crate training is an essential part of raising a well-behaved dog who has a quiet, safe spot to call their own. And the process of teaching your dog to love their crate is easier than you think. Start with the essentials. You’ll need: A crate Blanket or