One day I had a hankering for split pea soup, so I started to prepare a pot. As I was getting my ingredients out of the pantry, I remembered that peas are safe for dogs, so I decided to make a dog-friendly version I could share with my pups. Somewhat to my surprise, they loved it! Afterwards, I did some more research on feeding dogs peas, and I've been feeding them split pea ...
Why I Feed My Dogs Powdered Peanut Butter (AKA PB2)
A few months ago my wife and I heard about this product called PB2. It's become famous in the fitness world as a low-calorie alternative to regular peanut butter. It's essentially nothing more than peanuts that have been defatted, dehydrated, and turned into a powder. My guess is it's probably a byproduct of peanut oil. After hearing so many of our favorite fitness Youtubers ...
Can Dogs Eat Quinoa? Yes, But Only if You Cook It the Right Way
For the past decade or so, quinoa has become all the rage. Many people have adopted it as a healthier alternative to rice. Since rice is safe for dogs to eat – it's a common ingredient in many dog foods – then it stands to reason quinoa should also be safe for them. Dogs can eat quinoa but you have to prepare it in a way that is safe for them. Quinoa can be prepared many ...
What to Do if Your Dog Is Attacked by a Wolf
Something I never expected recently happened: my Bullboxer Pit was attacked by a wolf. Actually, let me rephrase that more accurately: my Bullboxer Pit attacked a wolf. It didn't go well. It was about 10 PM, and one of my dogs, Morty, wanted to be let out. I obliged and opened the front door to let him out. It quickly bolted outside, and after just a few seconds, I heard ...
What It’s Like Owning a Bullboxer Pit: Pros and Cons From a Real Owner
Exactly 18 months ago, at the time of writing this, my wife and I were driving down highway 80 in the middle of nowhere, when my wife spotted a little puppy trekking it down the side of the road. He was cute but in bad shape, so we picked him up, and ultimately ending up keeping him. At the time, he was too young to know for certain what breed he was. All I knew for sure ...
Why Are Azawakhs So Expensive? Here’s What You Need to Know…
If you've recently considered purchasing an Azawakh, you're probably still suffering from sticker shock. On average, an Azawakh costs upwards of $3,000. But why is this dog so expensive? The simple answer for why Azawakhs are so expensive is because they are a rare breed with unique features and characteristics, that is highly sought after. Continue reading to get the full ...
Are Alaskan Malamutes Good Guard Dogs? (Not Really, But They Can Fake the Part)
On the surface, the Alaskan Malamute is a large, scary-looking breed that is wolf-like in appearance. If you were out in the wild, and you suddenly came across one of these dogs, you'd probably think it was time to run for the hills. But does this mean they are actually good guard dogs? Alaskan Malamutes certainly look the part of a guard dog, but in actuality they are not ...
Are Norwegian Elkhounds Good with Other Pets?
There are many pros to owning a Norwegian Elkhound: they are fearless protectors, extremely loyal, and love being around people... Unfortunately, one of their major cons is that they aren't the best choice for families with multiple pets. Instinctively, Norwegian Elkhounds do not typically get along well with other pets. They are aggressive alphas that like to hunt and kill ...
Are Irish Wolfhounds Good with Cats? (It Depends)
If you're reading this article, I'm going to assume you are either an Irish Wolfhound owner thinking about getting a cat; a cat owner thinking about getting an Irish Wolfhound; or someone thinking about getting an Irish Wolfhound and a cat for the first time. Whether or not your Irish Wolfhound will get along well with a cat, depends a lot on which one of those three ...
Do Old English Sheepdogs Have Hair or Fur?
We all know that dogs have fur, but did you know some dogs are said to have hair instead? Even though hair and fur are chemically the same, we tend to use the word fur when we're talking about dogs, but some dog experts say certain breeds only have fur, others only have hair, and some have both. What about the Old English Sheepdog? Where does it fall on this spectrum? At ...
