Month: August 2026
Most dogs do play with toys, just not with most of the toys they own. A dog ignoring a basket…
Austin Murphy
7 min read
Four things cover almost every trip out: leash, harness, waste bags, and treats. Everything past that tends to sit there…
Austin Murphy
6 min read
Having had dogs before helps less than people expect with the specific dog in front of you. What carries over…
Austin Murphy
6 min read
Mesh harnesses breathe and weigh less. Padded harnesses spread pressure and feel softer against the coat. The choice comes down…
Austin Murphy
7 min read
The best water bowl for a small dog is one sized for a little muzzle, stable enough not to tip,…
Austin Murphy
9 min read
Evacuation planning fails for pets in a specific way. People assume they will have time to gather things, and the…
Austin Murphy
8 min read
Camping with a dog adds three problems a normal trip does not have. They need somewhere defined to be when…
Austin Murphy
8 min read
A dog with a fractured limb needs restricted movement for weeks, and the hardest part is that they feel better…
Austin Murphy
8 min read
Running with a dog changes what your gear has to do. A leash you hold works at walking pace and…
Austin Murphy
8 min read