Ensuring Pawsitive Adventures: 5 Surprisingly Unsafe Places to Bring Dogs

The author discusses places where dogs may be at risk. These include beaches due to heat, salt, and rip currents; music festivals due to noise, crowds, and heatstroke; planes due to stress, health risks, and potential injuries; vehicles due to heatstroke, accidents, and poisoning; and hospitals due to disease exposure, stress, and injury risks. The author emphasizes the importance of keeping dogs safe in these environments and suggests alternative arrangements if possible.

Unlocking New Channels of Communication: The Benefits of Teaching Dogs a Second Language

The author shares their spontaneous trip to a foreign country where they couldn’t communicate due to language barriers. This inspired them to teach their dog a new language, incorporating it into daily life. The experience benefits both, enhancing the dog’s cognitive abilities, communication skills, and confidence. Teaching dogs a second language strengthens the owner-dog bond.

Rethinking Equality in the Treatment of Dogs and Children

The author discusses the importance of safe dog parks and the potential dangers of mixing dogs and children in shared spaces. They highlight the issue of children entering dog parks, which can lead to stress and potential harm for both dogs and children. The author suggests stricter regulations for both dogs and children in public parks to ensure the safety and well-being of everyone.