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When is the best time to add a puppy to our family?

Q: We are planning to adda puppy to add to our family andhave been combing Bay Area shelters and researching local breeders. InJune and also in...

Doggie nirvana awaits in the East Bay

Point Isabel Regional Shoreline is quite possibly the closest thing to doggie heaven. Imagine 23 acres of off-leash joy for you and your canines to...

The Backyard Dog-Part 4: Why home protection is no excuse

Let’s get right to the point.If you truly want canine home protection, bring your dogs inside. The Backyard Dog has an address, not a home....

Backyard Dogs Part 3: Outdoor Risks, Solving Indoor Problems

Backyard Dogs Part 3A: Outdoor Risks, Solving Indoor ProblemsWhy Dogs Should Be Indoor Pets I began this series wondering why people get a dog only...

In Defense of the Backyard dog – Part 2

In part one of this series, we covered the various unwanted results that stem from dog isolation.We discussed how recent studies show that isolated...

DawgHugger to bark out for the lonely backyard dog

As I sit here considering my topic for todayo EarthDay?o My third year anniversary as your San Jose Dogs Examiner?o Neglected backyard dogs...

Does your dog have you well trained?

Have you allowed your dog to train you to get what he/she wants? No? Let's reconsider that for a moment, shall we?How often does your dog:Bark,...

Walkies: Daily exercise is good for the soul, the body and your dog

Out, Out darned Spot! Time for your walkies!Dogs, as well as you, need a regular exercise time and what better way to share that time with your...

Help your dog become a valued community member with the AKC Good Citizen Program

Help your dog - whether a longtimer or that brand new pup you adopted over the holidays- become a valued community member! The American Kennel Club...