Exercise

Looking to get yourself and your pooch in shape? Check out our guide to a week’s worth of easy exercises to do with your dog.

Let’s get “fur-sical!” First came doga, then came doggie boot camp, now our fur-legged friends can join us in “Paws-ilates,” or dog pilates.

Dogs love pouncing into water and playing fetch with their toys, so it’s only natural that these two pooch passions would become a competitive sport.

From surfing and dancing to skateboarding, these days many dogs and their pet parents are opting for unconventional dog sports.

If the weather outside is frightful, here are some fun indoor activities your pooch will enjoy.

Is your pup like our first dog, Bo Obama, and has webbed-paws ideal for swimming? Personally, my basset hound Lucy can’t stand water, but I know she’d enjoy a stroll on the beach. In fact, I know a lot of pooches and owners alike who dream of spending fun-filled days by the shore. If you would like to bask in the ocean breeze with your pup, check out some of these great dog-friendly water activities. They are diverse enough that even my densely-boned basset will want to join in on the fun! And as always, if we missed any of your pup’s favorite water activities, post them in the comments below.

Whether you live in an urban or suburban environment, as a pet owner you likely walk your dog on a leash at some point. There is a protocol for dog walking that responsible dog owners apply. Do you?