Guest essays and contributions

Can dogs love their owners?

Contributed by ireview.ph Whether dogs develop feelings such as love is scientifically disputed. For you, as a person who deals with dogs, such a question as whether your four-legged friend has feelings or not will not arise. All living beings are capable of experiencing emotions such as fear, joy, affection, or disgust. How do you… Continue reading Can dogs love their owners?

Guest essays and contributions

How to introduce new food to dogs

Our guest writer Micah Coyle shares her tips on safely transitioning to a new diet for your dog. Micah is the founder of K9 Rocks, whose mission of thinking is: What's in it for the dog? A dog also has a soul, and its life also has high value.    There are several ways to… Continue reading How to introduce new food to dogs

Blogs, Dog care, Guest essays and contributions

A pet-friendly workspace for pet lovers who work remotely 

By Belle Hernandez Ever wondered what it would be like to bring your furbabies with you when you work? Back then we’d usually leave them to be at our home, where they can be self-sufficient or be under the guidance of a person we trust. Nowadays, as we spend most of our hours in the… Continue reading A pet-friendly workspace for pet lovers who work remotely 

Blogs, Guest essays and contributions

How my dog changed my life during the pandemic  

By Jane Barcenas-Bisuña During difficult times, we can turn to our dogs to lift our spirits. I am reprinting this account by Jane Barcenas-Bisuña, who was able to overcome her fear of dogs and now basks in the joy that they bring. Being holed up at home in the middle of a pandemic―seemingly with little hope in sight—has aggravated my… Continue reading How my dog changed my life during the pandemic  

Guest essays and contributions

Caring for Your Dog Between Trips to the Groomers

By Sara Rupp, The Bark, September 2019 W​hen you adopt a dog, you adopt a family member. You carefully consider what would make him or her feel happy and loved, then execute the fun pet supply shopping trip. Many don't consider grooming right off the bat, and that's okay, for a little while. No matter what… Continue reading Caring for Your Dog Between Trips to the Groomers

Guest essays and contributions

A Guide to Dog-to-Dog Greetings

What are dog greetings? Greetings between dogs allow people to assess their own ability to handle stress, but that is of course not their primary purpose. Dog greetings serve a lot of functions in social species, from reducing uncertainty, fear and arousal to gathering information. They can be used to signal status and to increase… Continue reading A Guide to Dog-to-Dog Greetings

Guest essays and contributions

Puppy Care 101: How To Deal With Puppy Separation Anxiety — Pets Kingdom

Does your puppy have an absolute meltdown every time you leave the house? Your dog might be suffering from puppy separation anxiety. Separation anxiety in dogs ranges from mild to severe. Puppies with separation anxiety may destructively chew your belongings, bark or howl, have potty accidents, or intensely pace the room. If these behaviors regularly… Continue reading Puppy Care 101: How To Deal With Puppy Separation Anxiety — Pets Kingdom

Dog health, Guest essays and contributions

Can dogs eat rice?

This post is from the American Kennel Club newsletter. I am reposting it as is because rice is a staple in the Filipino diet, and is easily accessible to all those who want to give their dogs something else beyond kibble.  One of the most popular foods around the world is rice. But can dogs… Continue reading Can dogs eat rice?