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Off the Leash: A Year at the Dog Park (2014) Matthew Gilbert Boston Globe critic Matthew Gilbert presents an amusing chronicle of his first year owning a dog: the adorable Lab named Toby. Gilbert talks about his fear of the social norms governing dog ownership, and the transformation he undergoes as he becomes accustomed to the new furry friend in his life. There are amusing anecdotes throughout, but most of all, the book underlines the bonds we form with the animal(s) in our life. Travels with Charley: In Search of America (1962) John Steinbeck Steinbeck is a literary titan who… Read More

Suffer from allergies? Want to minimize the amount of vacuuming you do around the house? The dogs in this list aren’t in the habit of shedding fur, which makes them the ideal hypoallergenic choice for the home. Afghan Hound They might have long, silky coats, but the Afghan Hound doesn’t actually shed any fur. That said, it does need to be bathed and combed every week, lest that silky coat goes tough. If you don’t mind the upkeep, you’ll find an Afghan Hound is very kind to your allergies. American Hairless Terrier As the name suggests, this dog is perfect… Read More

In popular culture, cats and dogs have an uneasy alliance. Felines typically enjoy their own space, avoid rowdiness, and prefer quiet over the noise. By comparison, dogs are typically much more high-energy, playful, and combustible. What’s more, certain dog types, like the hound, are bred to chase game, and a running cat can spark an instinctive response to set off in pursuit. That’s not a great combination when you’re trying to get the two animals to coexist peacefully under the same roof. The good news is that there are dogs that can share the same space as a cat. The… Read More

Thanks to a resource like Google, we can take a look at the burning questions dog owners are asking every day. In today’s edition of the Under One Woof newsletter and blog, we do just that, with five of the most popular questions posed to the search engine giant covered here.  Whether you’ve ever wondered why your dog stares at you, or the sheer number of doggos in existence around the globe, we’ve got the answers to the Internet’s most popular questions.  How many dogs are in the world?  If there are 7 billion people in the world, give or… Read More