Blaze has been waiting so long for his forever family. Give this beautiful “beast” a look!

——————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————– The Asheville Humane Society would love for us all to help fi…

Here’s How Petting A Dog Impacts Your Brain

We’ve already talked about how dogs can help improve depression  and your overall health , but new research is showing exactly how petting a dog aff…

Breed-Specific Health Risks

Folded into every dog’s double helix—39 chromosomes containing about 2.5 billion base pairs of DNA—are clues to that dog’s current and future…

Four reasons that we love dogs more than some people

How dogs can teach us to be better friends Another week has passed, and today, I intend to write about the differences between dogs and people and w…

7 Dog Breeds That Are At Risk in The Summer Heat

Taking Care of Kelly: Can I Afford This?

On June 1st, 2014 I found a massive softball-sized lump protruding from Kelly’s left hind leg. Having no idea what this could be I took her to our lo…

Mervin is cranky. And noisy. And beloved beyond belief.

Mervin had been through a lot when he was brought into the shelter. But once Joey brought him home as a foster, it was apparent Mervin wasn't goi…

How To Teach Your Dog The “Quiet” Command

If you have a dog who barks incessantly for whatever reason – to be fed, at the mailman, because he’s bored, to get your attention – you’re probably…

Short Film Gives A New, Unique Look At The Land Of The Strays

If you haven’t been living under a rock, you’ve heard of Territorio de Zaguates : the amazing “Land of the Strays” in Costa Rica. Lya Battle and hus…

8 Subtle Signs Your Dog Is In Pain

Chances are, you know your dog’s mannerisms and behaviors pretty darn well, and you can tell when they’re excited, hungry, scared, and the like. But…

8 Subtle Signs Your Dog Is In Pain

Chances are, you know your dog’s mannerisms and behaviors pretty darn well, and you can tell when they’re excited, hungry, scared, and the like. But…

Ohio Hopes To Set National Standard For Puppy Mill Regulations

A new law that will impose restrictions and regulations on puppy mills is headed for the desk of Ohio Governor John Kasich. The legislation, which …

How To Get The Most From Your Senior Dog’s Vet Appointment

As our dogs age, their health needs and problems change, too. As your dog approaches his senior years, vet visits are likely to change as a result. …

Here’s What To Do When You See A Dog In A Hot Car

Every summer, dog owners say things like, “I’ll only be a minute,” and, “It’s okay as long as the window is cracked.” They go on to leave their pets…

Here’s What To Do When You See A Dog In A Hot Car

Every summer, dog owners say things like, “I’ll only be a minute,” and, “It’s okay as long as the window is cracked.” They go on to leave their pets…

Weekly Pet Travel Photo Challenge

Welcome to this week’s GoPetFriendly.com Pet Travel Photo Challenge … where we post your pet travel pictures, and you guess the pet friendly dest…