Did you know Birch Sugar is deadly for dogs?
I am on a number of dog groups on Facebook. Normally, those groups are full of fun photos of dogs or people asking for advice about a product or...
Northern Michigan is a dog’s paradise. Long time dog lover, rescuer and advocate Diane Hansell shares dog tips, health, food and fun info for you and your dog.
Up North Dog Blog
How to be safe on the boat with your dog.
I love to be on the boat in the summer… and so do my dogs. It’s a full sensory experience for them. They love the smells, the wildlife to...
Your dog and fireworks…. how you can help.
This weekend is the 4th of July and it can be the most stressful time of the year for many dogs. I feel fortunate because one of my dogs...
Yawns… tired, happy or are they stressed?
Dog’s have so many expressions. Sometimes they look like they are smiling. Sometimes they look sad. Science has proven that they have many of the same feelings as we...
The silent poison…. know where to look.
Did you know a very common artificial sweetener can be deadly for dogs? Xylitol, found in almost all gum and other food products can kill a dog in hours....
Is your dog afraid of storms?
It’s that time of year when thunderstorms can happen. And if you have a fearful dog, you know how heartbreaking it can be to watch them suffer. I am...
We The Puppies
One of my life’s passions is working to end the cruel treatment of puppy mill dogs. Along with my friend and fellow dog lover Janie Jenkins, we started a...
Happy Gotcha Day!
Nine years ago, today was a special day for me. My Boston Terrier Baxter and I drove to Chicago to pick up our new dog. She was a French...
It’s raining…. now what?
The snow is melting quickly and spring is really on the horizon. There are so many great things about spring including later sunsets and more time to walk with...
The most important command your dog can learn.
One of the most important things you can teach your dog is to come when called. Reliable recall can literally be lifesaving. I am currently working on this with...