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Gray Muzzles, Golden Hearts: How to Adapt to Your Dog’s Senior Years
Written By: Dan Chruscinski
There is a specific moment every dog owner recognizes. Maybe it’s a little extra gray around the muzzle (the "sugar face"). Maybe they take a few extra seconds to stand...
Canine Confidential: A Deep Dive into Dog Food Ingredients
Written By: Dan Chruscinski
Last year, we walked you through the legal gymnastics of Decoding Dog Food Labels. We covered the "95% Rule," the "Flavor Rule," and why AAFCO matters.
But knowing how...
Do Dogs Play Favorites? (And Why I’m Clearly Winning)
Written By: Dan Chruscinski
We need to address the elephant in the room. Or rather, the Bulldog and the Border Collie in the room.
In my house, there is a distinct hierarchy. It isn't...
Why Winter is The Most Important Time for Dog Grooming
Written By: Dan Chruscinski
Baby, it’s cold outside. We get it. When the temperature drops and the snow starts falling, the temptation to go into "hibernation mode" is strong. We swap jeans for sweatpants,...
A Guide to the Benefits of a Raw Food Diet For Dogs
Written By: Dan Chruscinski
If you ask ten different people about raw feeding, you’ll get ten different answers ranging from "it’s a miracle cure" to "it’s dangerous." The truth, as usual, lies in the...
Beyond the Walk: 5 Smarter Pet Resolutions for 2026
Written By: Dan Chruscinski
Let’s be honest: Your dog doesn’t care about your step count, and your cat certainly doesn't care about "new year, new you."
Every January, the internet floods with the same...
2026 Pet Trends: From Wearable Vets to Insect Protein
Written By: Dan Chruscinski
The pet care industry is no longer just about buying kibble and leashes; it’s a high-tech, deeply scientific, and ethically-driven market. As pet parents, we’re looking past simple wellness and...
A Guide To Supporting Shelter Dogs Beyond the Holidays
Written By: Dan Chruscinski
The holiday season stirs a powerful desire in all of us to give back, and the image of a shelter dog waiting for a warm home is often at the...
Why Dogs and Cats Shouldn't Be Surprise Christmas Gifts
Written By: Dan Chruscinski
The holiday season is saturated with images that tug at the heartstrings: a perfectly wrapped box, a ribbon tied around the neck of a wide-eyed puppy or kitten nestled under...
Finding Gratitude in the Unconditional Love of Our Pets
Written By: Dan Chruscinski
The holiday season often feels like a mandate to be thankful, but sometimes, after a genuinely tough year, that feeling can be hard to reach. For those of us who...
There is a specific moment every dog owner recognizes. Maybe it’s a little extra gray around the muzzle (the "sugar face"). Maybe they take a few extra seconds to stand...
Last year, we walked you through the legal gymnastics of Decoding Dog Food Labels. We covered the "95% Rule," the "Flavor Rule," and why AAFCO matters.
But knowing how...
We need to address the elephant in the room. Or rather, the Bulldog and the Border Collie in the room.
In my house, there is a distinct hierarchy. It isn't...
Baby, it’s cold outside. We get it. When the temperature drops and the snow starts falling, the temptation to go into "hibernation mode" is strong. We swap jeans for sweatpants,...
If you ask ten different people about raw feeding, you’ll get ten different answers ranging from "it’s a miracle cure" to "it’s dangerous." The truth, as usual, lies in the...
Let’s be honest: Your dog doesn’t care about your step count, and your cat certainly doesn't care about "new year, new you."
Every January, the internet floods with the same...
The pet care industry is no longer just about buying kibble and leashes; it’s a high-tech, deeply scientific, and ethically-driven market. As pet parents, we’re looking past simple wellness and...
The holiday season stirs a powerful desire in all of us to give back, and the image of a shelter dog waiting for a warm home is often at the...
The holiday season is saturated with images that tug at the heartstrings: a perfectly wrapped box, a ribbon tied around the neck of a wide-eyed puppy or kitten nestled under...
The holiday season often feels like a mandate to be thankful, but sometimes, after a genuinely tough year, that feeling can be hard to reach. For those of us who...