10 Animal Books That Will Make You Dog Ear the Pages
Have you been finding time to read? Here in Washington State, we lounge in a hammock with a page turner in the summer months and cozy up near the fire with a fur baby during the rainy winter months. Nothing beats a good book, especially if it’s about our favorite subject, animals! We at Run
Dog Park Etiquette and Re-Socialization
As dog parks and dog-friendly locations begin to reopen over the coming year, our pups are likely a little rusty and overexcited about new outings. Time at home has helped them bond well with their pet parents, but it has probably not improved their social skills.It may have only been about 6 months of relative
8 Pet Apps for Dog and Cat Lovers
Training a dog? There’s an app for that. Finding the best pet-friendly place in town? There’s an app for that. Looking to adopt the perfect match for you and your family? There’s an app for that too! Many find pet apps that they love because of the positive impacts they can make in their everyday
Easy DIY Dog and Cat Treat Recipes
Many have been using this extra time at home due to the Coronavirus, COVID-19, to get back to the basics and that includes baking. It may be difficult to get to the store safely and easily. So we thought we’d pull together some easy Do-It-Yourself (DIY) dog and cat treat recipes you can try at
Helping Your Pet Become a Therapy or Service Animal
Many of us have been spending more time at home due to the coronavirus, COVID-19, and Stay-at-Home orders in many states. Even though our fur babies don’t understand why, they are delighted that we can spend more time with them, get more exercise together and perhaps spend more time on the couch together. If
Walking Routine: Online Tools for Wagging Tails
Spring is slowly revealing itself. With everything happening in the world, escaping into the outdoors might be the best course of action to catch a much needed break from the news and the house. Your furry friend will love an adventure with you. Developing a walking (or other exercise) routine can keep your doggies out
Human Health Benefits of Pets in Your Life
Do you remember a period in your life when you couldn’t have a pet as an adult? Maybe you were renting an apartment, going to school, or traveling for your job? You made the responsible choice not to have a pet you couldn’t care for. Then life changed and suddenly you found you were able
Pet DNA Testing: Is it Right for You?
Has this happened to you and your mutt before? You’re on a walk or at the dog park with your furry friend and someone says, “Cute dog. What breed are they?” Perhaps all you have to go on is the breed mix that was just a guess by the Humane Society or rescue organization. For
7 Gift Ideas for Pet Lovers And Their Pets
This time of the year we can get so busy trying to find just the right gift for our human friends and family that our feline and canine friends get overlooked. That’s why Run Those Dogs owner Jen Sewell shares some of her favorite holiday gift ideas for pet lovers, pets, and those that spend time outdoors. If
4 Ways to Celebrate and Care for Senior Pets
Getting old is part of life but it doesn’t have to be difficult. Here at Run Those Dogs we want to help you celebrate senior pets and care for their needs. You can read in our past blogs about the factors that are important in senior pet care and holistic pet care approaches. They are also