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We weren’t looking to adopt another dog. We already had two. But. In a dual error of planning neither were Labs. We’ve had Labs in our lives for twenty-six years until a year and a half ago when Janie, our black English Lab died at age fourteen. We branched out, curious to explore other breeds. Queso, a shepherd mix is whip smart and a bit stubborn. Sugarplum is a mix, breeds unknown, from the Pine Ridge Reservation in South Dakota. She’s full of energy, always interested in playing. It’s been fun and interesting to see what other breeds are like...

petage.comPET PARENT PATRIOTISM: THE POPULARITY OF MADE IN THE USA PRODUCTS “Made in the USA.” The phrase is short and simple, yet the four words carry such significance. For most consumers, having “Made in the USA” on a product’s package means they are buying a high-quality item and supporting U.S. jobs. The “Made in the USA” label means that for pet parents as well, but for […] Sodapup gets mention in PetAge. Read all about it!

cnn.itTHE MYSTERIOUS SCIENCE BEHIND LIFESAVING DOGS Firefighters rescuing a trapped infant inside a burning house in Baltimore, Maryland, last summer reportedly found an unbelievable sight. Often our dogs cue into subtle but important things about us. How do they do it? Read this article about some of the things we’re learning about dogs.

Buddy Love Trucks Buddy is our 2 year old male black lab. We adopted him two months ago and with each passing day we learn more about him. One of the first things we learned is that he loves riding in the truck. Buddy scrambles for the garage door with the slightest movement, putting on of shoes, or jingling of keys. He’s determined not to be left behind and will leap into the truck without prompting, even when you’re trying to block him from getting in. I’ve gotten in the habit of taking him with me everywhere I go because...

Plan A 1. Go away, far away, to some quiet isolated spot with no phone or internet service, preferably an undisclosed location. 2. Realize Plan A is impossible. Embrace Plan B. Plan B 1. Remind yourself it is essential to get dogs inside prior to beginning your session so as not to be interrupted by barking. 2. Immediately ignore The Dog Location Rule and leave one or more dogs outside. 3. If your kids are home, inform them you’ll be meditating for the next 20 minutes. Close the bedroom door. 4. Sit down, settle yourself into your seat, take a...