Considered a giant breed of dog, St. Bernards can’t be overlooked. Since the early days of the Beethoven movies, St. Bernards have been a fan favorite. Originating in the Alps, St. Bernards were bred to be strong and hearty to aid in human rescues in the treacherous mountains. If you are considering adding a St. […]

The Bichon Pitbull is a crossbreed of the Bichon Frise and a Pitbull breed, typically the Staffordshire Bull Terrier, the American Staffordshire Terrier, the American Bully, or the American Pit Bull Terrier. However, it’s most likely the American Pit Bull Terrier in most cases. On the Bichon Frise side of the family, they are generally […]

Your pet is your family. They love you unconditionally and are there for you through the ups and downs of life. As a source of comfort and healing, they offer so much more than just companionship. This is especially true if you rely on your furry friend to get through the day or depend on […]

As a business owner, having insurance is so important – especially if you work with animals for a living! As much as we strive to ensure everything goes smoothly and our furry friends are well cared for, accidents happen. For all of the dog walkers, pet groomers, sitters, and more, Pet Care Insurance strives to […]

It used to be that if you wanted to feed your dog fresh, real food, you had to put the work in. You had to get the ingredients and prepare and mix them yourself. I know because I did it for years when my dogs were young. Today, it’s much easier to feed your dog […]

If you happen to follow my content on Catster, you will know that I share my home with five cats.  Each week I bring you interesting and entertaining information, stories, and videos about life with my five feline friends, and how they help me to understand feline behavior and health in a way that no […]

When taking your pup for a walk, you need to bring bags along to clean up after them, but in a world overflowing with one-time-use plastics, the last thing you want to do is add to the problem. However, you also don’t want an eco-friendly bag that doesn’t get the job done or tears when […]

Hi! My name is Allison Dorsey, and I am a proud dog mom of three: Jelly, Lorraina, and Manic. All of them are mixed breeds, so I often like to think about what kind of mix they are based on physical features and personality. Note: None of the mixes are scientifically accurate or even possible; […]

Dogs are masters of eating things they shouldn’t, whether it’s stealing food from our plates or tasting that new plant you bought. When it comes to human food, plenty of things are safe for them (though not necessarily healthy), but a few foods can be toxic. So, if your pet has just eaten something they […]

Hi, I’m Savanna Stanfield, a former science teacher and now a writer and editor at Dogster. I’ll be sharing my life with Penny, a sassy and spunky Chihuahua mix, on a weekly basis. Penny is my first experience with dog ownership, and my husband, daughter, and I certainly have our hands full with her, but […]