September 2, 2016

Why This Pet Parent Is Thrilled That Silent Fireworks Are a Reality

Another 4th of July receded into the history books earlier this summer — another 4th of July that my poor rescue mix Grant spent alternately huddled in a quivering ball or frantically trying to wedge his fluffy frame inside our bathroom cabinets. So I’m absolutely overjoyed that we get to relive the magic all over …

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GSD? PBGV? AWS? Can You Guess the Breed From Its Acronym?

Nicknames come in handy for long-named breeds. The Xoloitzcuintli becomes the Xolo. The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever (30 letters!) becomes the Toler. A few breeds have acronyms for nicknames. Some acronyms, such as “EES” for the English Springer Spaniel, roll off the tongue. Try guessing the breed names solely from the acronyms. Then sit …

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Ask Frank: Is It Weird to Watch Your Human Sleep?

Editor’s note:Β Earlier this year,Β we chatted withΒ Frank of Ask Frank fame. This witty and wiseΒ French BulldogΒ dispenses advice over the Internet, on his blog, and in adorable videos. We were thrilled when Frank agreed to become a regular Dogster contributor. Look forΒ his columnΒ every Friday on Dogster. 1. I Got Mail Dear Frank: I got a new bone …

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