Roundup #4 The Best Dog Articles of the Week

Last updated on December 29, 2017 By Puppy Leaks 7 Comments

I’m trying to relax this weekend, but the shock from Tuesday’s announcement on the Nose to Nose nominations from Blog Paws hasn’t worn off. Puppy Leaks has been nominated for best new blog – I’m extremely honored and grateful. Thank you so much for being awesome. Congrats to all the finalists and be sure to check out all of the wonderful nominees.

But let’s get back to relaxing for the moment. Enjoy your nice cup of coffee with some great reading this weekend. From poop sniffing dogs to challenging how much you really know about owning a show dog here are my picks for best dog articles of the week.

Best Dog Articles of the Week

• Everything I Know About a Good Death I Learned From my Cat
  So yes – the first link isn’t about a dog at all, but it’s amazing none the less. One of the most honest and heartfelt essays I’ve read in a long time. If you don’t want to shed a few tears this morning bookmark it and read later; you won’t be disappointed.

• 7 Things Your Senior Dog Would Like to Tell You
  Dogs are generally considered to be seniors by the age of age 7. Such a nice write up of the things our senior dogs would probably like us to remember.

• Positively’s Pet Blogs to Watch
  Victoria Stillwell’s blog put out a list of 10 pet blogs to watch. I couldn’t agree more with their choices; they’ve highlighted some of my personal favorites.

• So You Think You Want a Show Dog. Here’s 9 Things You Should Know.
  Never short on honesty and humor Jen from My Brown Newfies shares the ins and outs of owning a show dog. A must read for anyone who has considered showing.

• Meet the Poop Sniffing Dogs that are Saving Endangered Wildlife
  Scat detection dogs locate samples from multiple species simultaneously to help find valuable information for conservation planners. See more via Active Conservation Canines. The featured image is one of their amazing (and always happy) dogs.

• Black Cats, Dogs, and Other Animals May Be Born Lucky
  New research suggests that dogs might not have black skin or fur by chance, it seems to help them live longer – although the direct link to health remains a mystery.

  Factors such as foliage, humidity, temperature, and/or infectious agents are all possibilities, and could affect camouflage, resistance to heat or thermoregulation, or resistance to infections.” –  Gregory Barsh of the HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology

One of the many Happy Tails created by the Frosted Faces Foundation.

Best Dog Deals of the Week

• PetSmart – Buy 2 dog toys get 1 free
• Petco – Chuckit! Ball Launcher 30% off
• Entirely Pets – Up to 80% off dog toys, treats, and meds
• Only Natural Pet – 20% off JW dog toys

Favorite Dog Video of the Week

Yep it’s the always entertaining Maymo; this time vs Judge Judy.

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