Rachael Gerkensmeyer

Dogs are fun pets to spend time with. They are usually fond of and loyal to their family members, yet they challenge us with mischievous behavior from time to…

By Rachael Gerkensmeyer

Watching your dog stare and bark at a wall can be alarming. What could they possibly be barking at? Do they see or hear something that you don’t? We set out to…

By Rachael Gerkensmeyer

Dogs tend to have a mind of their own, yet they are extremely impressionable. They are great at listening to directions when trained, though they will try to g…

By Rachael Gerkensmeyer

It’s a fact of life that dogs poop every day. Ideally, they never do it indoors, only outdoors—especially while on walks or in the yard. There is a social and,…

By Rachael Gerkensmeyer

Dogs are humans' best friends. They are interactive, loving, loyal, and protective. However, they can also be gross! Living with a dog almost certainly means h…

By Rachael Gerkensmeyer

There is no question that puppies are cute. It does not even seem to matter what type of puppy we’re looking at — as long as the pooch is small and new, they a…

By Rachael Gerkensmeyer

Golden Retrievers can start going into heat as early as 6 months of age, and then they go into heat about every 6 months thereafter. The only time that a Golde…

By Rachael Gerkensmeyer

Inflammation is not always a bad thing. It happens when your dog's body is trying to heal from an illness or injury. It is a crucial response that is meant to…

By Rachael Gerkensmeyer

Dogs have been around in some capacity on the planet for many thousands of years.1 However, many dog breeds have become extinct and are no longer roaming aroun…

By Rachael Gerkensmeyer

The Shih Tzu is regarded as one of the most adorable dogs in existence. They are small and dainty, they have big personalities, and they love to snuggle with t…

By Rachael Gerkensmeyer