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While there’s no such thing as a doggy IQ, per se, experts do agree that certain breeds are better at learning new commands and adapting to their environment than others. In the market for a furry Einstein? Here are the ten that are top of class (in descending order), based in large part on Stanley Coren’s book, The Intelligence of Dogs: A Guide to the Thoughts, Emotions, and Inner Lives of Our Canine Companions.  1: Border collie Experts are almost all in agreement on this one – the Scottish border collie is the smartest breed in the world, bred… Read More

As we’ve stressed many times in the past, exercise is a great way of keeping a dog happy and calm. One of the best ways to do this? Regular walks around your neighborhood, or to your local park. In fact, a dog walk is not only a way of exercising your dog (and by extension, calming them), it’s also a chance for you to show that you’re the leader of the household, as we’ll explain below. Tip #1: Assert yourself as the pack leader By walking ahead of your dog during a walk, you send the message… Read More

Ever wondered what the benefits are of owning a furry friend? In today’s article, we’ll unpack the benefits of dog ownership on both our health and our happiness – two intangibles that are so often intertwined. So, let’s not beat around the bush. Here’s what we can be thankful for…. Dogs lift our spirits after a long day Studies show that animal lovers get a boost of oxytocin when they interact with a treasured animal. Oxytocin is a hormone commonly known to regulate “social bonding”, and it’s the same hormone released after a mother gives birth to a child. Yep,… Read More

The doggy kingdom is filled with fascinating did-you-knows, and for today’s blog post, we’re going to lift the veil on some little known facts. Some of these might give you pause and make you think - so that’s why...- while others are cute factoids that you might find yourself passing between friends. So, let’s get down to business. Read More

Pups are all the rage, and with good reason. Who doesn’t like owning a cute young dog, one that you can watch develop and grow? Old is not as cool, of course, but many people simply don’t realize that adopting an elderly dog is even a viable option. Well, hopefully this article will give you pause for thought. A “senior” dog is typically between the ages of seven to nine, and in the article below, we’ll outline a few good reasons to consider adopting a senior dog, as opposed to a fit young pup. Elderly dogs in shelters have… Read More

Dogs and children go together like salt and pepper: it’s just a pairing that works. And while we’re not suggesting you run out and buy a dog for the express purpose of keeping your child company, there are very good reasons why have a four-legged friend in the house is good for your child’s development. Dogs teach children to be more responsible Dogs are a big responsibility and they require more attention than a lot of other pets. They need regular feeding, regular walking, regular maintenance. Children who grow up with dogs and assume some of these responsibilities… Read More