To most of us today, the phrase dog days refers to the "sultry" (love that word) days of summer. In the Northern Hemisphere, the dog days of summer are most commonly experienced in the months of July and August. In the Southern Hemisphere, they typically occur in January and February.
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Happy National Dog Day! This day has 2 goals: to honor dogs, and to rescue dogs from homelessness and abuse. It's an opportunity for us to recognize and appreciate the value and importance of dogs in our lives. Give some extra love and attention to your pooches today!
Think left and think right and think low and think high.Oh, the thinks you can think up if only you try!
Dr. Seuss
Quigley and Pamela ore most likely thinking up treats here.
Over the years I’ve heard many reasons why dogs eat grass and I honestly believe it depends on the dog. Many say it's because they’re sick, others say it's because they’re lacking something in their diet, and yet others say it's simply because they like it. I agree with all of them.
From pet health to grooming needs to pet-specific audio, there's a smartphone app for just about anything you or your pet could want. Here is a rundown of our favorite pet-related smartphone apps...
I always notice the shape of shadows, water stains, cracks etc, especially when they look like objects or beings. When I was a kid I used to see patterns in the stucco on our walls. Check out these shadows.
Just a fun photo of what I see as a horse and rider watermark on the sidewalk. What do you see?
Pet stress can be caused by many things that we as pet owners sometimes overlook, such as sights, smells, sounds and the effects of either inadequate or excessive stimulation. We tend to forget just how different our pets are from us.
If your pup gets tired of snoozing all day try one of these rainy day pet entertainment activities to keep everyone happy until you can get back to your usual routine.
... That's over 100 in dog years! We have 2 great reasons to celebrate... Ruff Haus Design and our Pack Leader celebrate the same anniversary year. That's right, Ruff Haus was born just 1 month after Jonni's wedding, so technically it wasn't a shot-gun wedding as some may believe.
Photo of Pamela, Ruff Haus brand mascot, enjoying a dip and fetch at Fiesta Island, San Diego
Quigley, Ruff Haus mascot, making the best of a ruff situation... this is what french bulldogs are bred for - lap time!