Summer is hiking season in the West, and bringing pets along for the walk just adds energy to any outdoor adventure. But it also is important to beware of conditions along the trail or path you take.

The other evening, I was hanging out with a friend at her place and noticed that her normally super active dog, Louie, seemed unlike himself. My friend explained that poor Louie had just come back ...

Across much of the United States, spring is in full force. With warmer weather, people are taking their furry family members out on longer walks and spending more time outside. Alongside blooming ...

After a long, gloomy start to summer in Marin, the days are finally filled with glorious sunshine and mild temperatures, which for me is the best time to take my dog on long hikes. But along with all ...

When Lily, our 12-year-old toy poodle mix, first started licking and chewing on her paw, I assumed she had some dirt stuck between her toes or simply felt a little itchy. We cleaned her paws and gave ...

This common grass could lead to major vet bills. Here's how to avoid any incidents. As dog owners, we have to watch out for a dozen different dangers in our own backyards. Whether that’s a busy lane ...

It’s that time of the year again. Dads and grads gift cards on the shelves, gardening and outdoor furniture on display in Costco, the smell of barbeques being fired up for the season. In case you aren ...