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  • Would You Help a Lost Dog Running on a Busy Road?

    Would You Help a Lost Dog Running on a Busy Road?

    Tim Link 38

    May 16, 2013 — What if the dog was clearly lost and in distress? I've done this kind of rescue a few times. What about you?

  • I'm Plagued by the Idea of My Dog Dying. Am I the Only One?

    I'm Plagued by the Idea of My Dog Dying. Am I the Only One?

    Helena Andrews 11

    May 15, 2013 — It started with a vivid nightmare about my Pug. Now it's inescapable. Has this happened to you?

  • How Far Would You Go to Find Your Stolen Dog?

    How Far Would You Go to Find Your Stolen Dog?

    Michael Leaverton 5

    May 15, 2013 — Dawn Maw has spent more than $7,500 and remortgaged her house for reward money to get back her German Shorthaired Pointer, Angel.

  • Are Small Dog Breeds Easier to Train Than Large Dogs?

    Are Small Dog Breeds Easier to Train Than Large Dogs?

    Tim Link 23

    May 9, 2013 — Based on my experience with my Schnauzer Dusty, I say yes. Am I wrong? School me, please.

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    Do "Dog Moms" Count When It Comes to Mothers Day?

    Carol Bryant 35

    May 9, 2013 — Some say "dog owners." I say "pet parents." What do you say?

  • What Do You Do When Your Life Partner Isn't a Dog Person?

    What Do You Do When Your Life Partner Isn't a Dog Person?

    Crystal Gibson 79

    May 3, 2013 — What happens when the person you love doesn't love pets the way you do? Can it work?

  • Do You Crate Your Dogs When You Leave The House? Discuss!

    Do You Crate Your Dogs When You Leave The House? Discuss!

    Tim Link 157

    May 2, 2013 — My dogs prefer to be in their comfortable doggie crates when I'm out. Are your dogs crate trained?

  • Quick Question: Would You Give Your Dog a Glitter Tattoo?

    Quick Question: Would You Give Your Dog a Glitter Tattoo?

    Michael Leaverton 20

    Apr 30, 2013 — The latest thing for New York City pets are tramp stamps. If they're nontoxic, should we care?

  • Rescue Dogs Can Make Great Therapy Dogs. Might Yours?

    Rescue Dogs Can Make Great Therapy Dogs. Might Yours?

    Tim Link 14

    Apr 25, 2013 — A scruffy, funny dog named Crash now helps people heal. Does your dog have a healing gift?

  • 5 Things I Demand from Any Vet's Office

    5 Things I Demand from Any Vet's Office

    Pamela Mitchell 59

    Apr 25, 2013 — I have high expectations for any vet who cares for my dogs. Do you? Or do I expect too much?

  • Can We Find a Link Between Animal Abuse and Violent Crimes?

    Can We Find a Link Between Animal Abuse and Violent Crimes?

    Richard Console 4

    Apr 18, 2013 — Animal abuse is often a red flag that other criminal acts are taking place -- or may in the future.

  • Fess Up: Do You Favor Small Dog Breeds or Big Dogs?

    Fess Up: Do You Favor Small Dog Breeds or Big Dogs?

    Tim Link 265

    Apr 18, 2013 — For my lifestyle, a small dog is the way to go. Now it's your turn: do you like small dogs better than big dogs?

  • Has Your Dog Ever Fallen in Love?

    Has Your Dog Ever Fallen in Love?

    Kate O'Brien 29

    Apr 17, 2013 — When my Sally met a Borzoi named Rudy, it was NOT love at first sight. But love came, regardless.

  • What Does Your Dog Take Comfort In? Mine Is Obsessed with This Blanket

    What Does Your Dog Take Comfort In? Mine Is Obsessed with This Blanket

    Tracy Ahrens 39

    Apr 16, 2013 — My shelter dog finds security in blankets, tunneling in them to feel safe. Does your dog do anything like that?

  • I Helped Find a Lost Beagle via Telepathic Communication -- No, Really!

    I Helped Find a Lost Beagle via Telepathic Communication -- No, Really!

    Tim Link 3

    Apr 10, 2013 — It might sound crazy to some, but I connect with missing animals to get them home safely.

  • OK, So, How Do You Know When Your Dog Is

    OK, So, How Do You Know When Your Dog Is "The One?"

    Angie Bailey 16

    Apr 8, 2013 — Sometimes you just know that dog was meant to be yours. We want to hear about how you found your pup, too!

  • If You Lost a Dog on Vacation, Would You Camp Out to Get Him Back?

    If You Lost a Dog on Vacation, Would You Camp Out to Get Him Back?

    Liz Acosta 8

    Apr 4, 2013 — George Zeckler slept outside on a farm in Maryland where his missing Yorkie had been sighted. Would you have done the same?

  • Would You Tether Your Dog in Front of a Store Unsupervised?

    Would You Tether Your Dog in Front of a Store Unsupervised?

    Tim Link 331

    Apr 4, 2013 — I would never. Would you tie your dog to a post, tree, or bench and go about your business?

  • I Love My Friends -- But Their Dogs Are So Annoying!

    I Love My Friends -- But Their Dogs Are So Annoying!

    Pamela Mitchell 49

    Apr 3, 2013 — Their bad behavior drives me up the wall, yet I endure it -- in the name of friendship.

  • Are You Nuts Over a Specific Dog Breed Like I Am?

    Are You Nuts Over a Specific Dog Breed Like I Am?

    Tim Link 241

    Mar 28, 2013 — Schnauzers are the only dogs for me. What dog breed holds your heart?

  • Is It Really OK to Put Dogs in Harm's Way for Military Purposes?

    Is It Really OK to Put Dogs in Harm's Way for Military Purposes?

    Julia Szabo 30

    Mar 27, 2013 — An FBI tactical dog dies on his third week on the job. Shouldn't we be doing more to prevent this?

  • I Avoid Stories About Cruelty to Dogs. Does That Make Me a Bad Person?

    I Avoid Stories About Cruelty to Dogs. Does That Make Me a Bad Person?

    Pamela Mitchell 136

    Mar 26, 2013 — Reading about abuse leaves me feeling helpless and depressed. I'm sorry, but I can't click those headlines, Dogster!

  • What Are the Weirdest Things Your Dog Has Buried?

    What Are the Weirdest Things Your Dog Has Buried?

    Tim Link 18

    Mar 21, 2013 — My Schnauzer girl Dusty loves hiding my things, which drives me mad. What do your dogs bury?

  • Living with Cats and Dogs: Is It a War Zone? Try a WEIRD Zone!

    Living with Cats and Dogs: Is It a War Zone? Try a WEIRD Zone!

    Angie Bailey 8

    Mar 19, 2013 — We document the odd relationships cats and dogs develop in three real-life multiple-pet households.

  • The Benefit I See in Michael Vick

    The Benefit I See in Michael Vick

    Lucy Ohannessian 293

    Mar 15, 2013 — We're angry at Vick, sure, but angry enough to change a passive society and a backward justice system? I hope so.

  • Are Your Dogs as Obsessed With Stinky Things as Mine Are?

    Are Your Dogs as Obsessed With Stinky Things as Mine Are?

    Tim Link 33

    Mar 14, 2013 — If it's foul-smelling, my dogs want it. What offensive odors can't your dog resist?

  • The Four Parts of My Dogs' Bodies That I'm Obsessed With

    The Four Parts of My Dogs' Bodies That I'm Obsessed With

    Pamela Mitchell 69

    Mar 13, 2013 — The back of her head, the tip of his tongue -- these places make me smile. Do you have any spots on your dogs that you love?

  • Does Your Dog Sing? Is It a Blessing or a Curse?

    Does Your Dog Sing? Is It a Blessing or a Curse?

    Tim Link 15

    Mar 7, 2013 — Sometimes it's joy. Sometimes it's a protest. Or a reaction to a siren. Do your dogs sound off too?

  • 5 Nice Things I Can't Have Because I Have Dogs

    5 Nice Things I Can't Have Because I Have Dogs

    Pamela Mitchell 197

    Mar 7, 2013 — Do your dogs destroy your nice things, like mine have? I have a solution: No more nice things. Sigh.

  • My Dogs Are Serious Cuddle-Blockers in Bed!

    My Dogs Are Serious Cuddle-Blockers in Bed!

    Helen Ubinas 52

    Mar 4, 2013 — Fortunately, I've found ways to balance the needs of my pets and my partner.

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