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Valentine's Day Gifts for Dog Lovers

Valentine's Day is a time to show your significant other how much you care for them. While many men reach for the classic bouquet of roses and box of assorted chocolates, this year you can surprise your girlfriend or wife with a Furbo Dog Camera. Of course, you can pair it with the classic gifts and a lovely card, but she will be much more amazed by a Furbo than anything else.

Which Dog Breeds Made The Nice List This Year?

What makes some of these the most obedient dog breeds? Many of these are the most intelligent and among the friendliest dog breeds, meaning they want to please their human parents and will work hard to make you proud. Obedient dogs tend to be easy to train, calm and well-behaved with other dogs and with humans. They don’t tend to get overly excited, either, which helps keep them from acting out.

Pet Safety Around The Holidays

Some of the most important holiday pet safety tips have to do with decorations. You may be getting your home ready for the holidays with all sorts of sparkle and special gadgets, but keep in mind that tinsel, lights, trees and other holiday décor can be irresistible to your furriest family member.

What to Get Your Dog for Christmas

Dogs love Christmas and the entire holiday season. What’s not to love? The human parents are in a happy mood, and there are decorations every pup can admire. The house fills with the smell of turkey and other delicious foods. There may even be a dog Christmas gift under the tree for the furbaby.

5 Ways to Keep Your Dog Occupied All Winter Long

Winter can be tough on our dogs - gone are the days spent frolicking in the sunshine-coated fields. Instead, pups will be lucky if they can convince their owners to trudge out to the dog park in the freezing temps.

Best Halloween Costumes for Dogs

Trick-or-treating is for kids, and that includes fur kids, too. Check out these fun costumes!

14 Ways to Celebrate National Dog Day

Dog lovers all across the country are gearing up to celebrate National Dog Day on August 26th.

Happy "Take Your Dog to Work Day”! Dos and Don'ts of Bringing Your Dog to Work

On June 23rd this year, tens of thousands of dogs will be flooding the corporate world as delighted owners take their dogs to work. Keep these guidelines in mind, or else this may be the last time your company allows dogs to accompany their owners.

Dog Moms! 7 Reasons You Deserve to Celebrate Mother’s Day!

We all know that being a dog mom will affect your daily routines. That goes without saying. But do you realize all you’ve actually become now that you have a furbaby?

7 Best Gifts for Modern Dog Moms: A Mother's Day Guide

Every great dog mom wants to show off pictures of her fur babies (just like moms of human babies), but we have even more ways to delight the dog moms in our lives and allow her to tell the world just how much she loves Fido.

10 Ways to Show Love to Your Dog on National Pet Day

We’ve gathered 10 of the best ways to show love to your dog on National Pet Day, in ways he’s sure to understand.

10 New Year's Resolutions for You and Your Dog

The New Year will bring challenges and opportunities, it is all about taking advantage of them. Here is a list of 10 New Year Resolutions for you and your dog.

10 Ways to Keep Your Dog Happy over Christmas

Merry Christmas pawrents and furbabies! To make sure everyone in the family is jolly, we put together a list to keep your furbaby smiling this Christmas!

5 Fun Dog Activities for the Christmas Season

The most wonderful time of the year is finally here! Your furbabies feel the holiday spirit in the air. Here are 5 fun dog activities for the Christmas season!

3 Reasons Why You Should Be Thankful for Your Dog

Dogs are the family we choose! This Thanksgiving, show your furbaby how much you appreciate all their love and care.

Crate Training Do's and Don'ts

So, you're bringing home a new dog. This is sure to be an exciting time for you and your family as you discover all the joys a furbaby brings. However, with great dogs comes the great responsibility of training. Whether you have a new puppy or a pooch that's a bit older, you'll need to show them the ropes. One excellent method to employ is crate training.

9 Ways to Mentally Stimulate Your Dog While You're Away

It's hard to leave your furbaby home alone, especially if you're worried they're bored or lonely. Unfortunately, you can't quit your job to cuddle with your furry friend all day long, so how can you have peace of mind while you're away? Luckily, there are plenty of ways to make sure your floof is having a ball while you're gone. You can enjoy your time apart and still rejoice in your time together. The key lies in mental stimulation.

Dog Breeds That Love Other Dogs

When you're a dog lover, sometimes one four-legged friend just isn't enough. There are those of us who love the idea of a home filled with loveable, adorable pups. But if you are going to have a house full of dogs, it's important to create a harmonious balance. You want to find dog breeds who get along and become best pals with both you and each other.

What Colors Can Dogs See?

A common misconception we have about our canine companions is that they are completely color blind. While this is partly true, it doesn't give you a full understanding of how your dog sees the world. When we think of color blind, we think of a black-and-white movie — only seeing the world in black, white and various shades of gray.

Best Dog Breeds for Seniors

Everyone should have the opportunity to share their life with a dog. They are faithful companions who fill our days with joy and offer unquestioning love. If you're getting older, this may be the perfect time to become a pawrent. The golden years of our life are usually associated with a slower, quieter time, and having a dog by your side will fill your life with love and chase away any loneliness.

Why Won't My Dog Eat?

Whether you're a new dog parent or you've had dogs most of your life, it's distressing and sad to see your furbaby not eating. The majority of dogs go gaga when mealtime comes around, jumping around excitedly or waiting expectantly by their food bowl.

How Long Can You Leave Your Dog in the Car?

As a proud pawrent, you might love to bring your dog everywhere you go. Thankfully, more and more stores, outdoor restaurants and other locations are making it easy for your pup to tag along with you. However, the majority of places prohibit animals.

Hot Weather Tips: How to Cool Down a Fluffy Dog

Summer is an amazing time for both pups and their humans. There is so much to do, and your dog will probably be as happy as can be to join you in all your fun summer activities. But if you have a fluffy pooch covered in fur, you may be concerned about them overheating.

What Should a Puppy Know

We'll look at what puppies should know at different stages of development and what you can expect of your pup along the way. Raising a puppy is an adventure and might seem tricky at times, but with some knowledge and patience, you'll get the hang of it quick.

Leaving Your Dog for the First Time on Vacation

You and your dog do everything together — from enjoying long walks on sunny days and playing in the park to curling up together on the couch when the weather isn't so cooperative, you're two peas in a pod. You can't imagine life without the friendly panting, tail-wagging and begging of your best friend and baby, so it's hard to picture spending a vacation without him or her. Who will feed her? Will your caregiver give him enough cuddles? Is your dog better off at home, out in the backyard, boarded at a kennel or left with a friend or family member?

Reasons Dogs Eat Grass

Why do dogs eat grass? If you’ve ever seen your furbaby munching on the green stuff, you may wonder why they do it. After all, their bowl is filled with yummy and nutritional food they love.

Do All Dogs Know How to Swim?

Can all dogs swim? Because we call a specific swimming stroke the “doggy paddle,” and plenty of furry pups do seem to take to the water without ever needing swimming lessons, many people assume all dogs are good swimmers — but this is a common, and potentially dangerous, myth. While there are plenty of dogs that swim, some struggle with water, and some are even at risk of drowning.

How to Tell If Your Dog Loves You

“Does my dog know I love them?” This is a common question from humans all over the world. Of course, you love your furbaby. You’d do anything for them. Your furry friend seems to love you in return, too, but how do you know?

What Puppy Sleeping Positions Mean

Puppies love to sleep, and puppy sleeping positions vary from the adorable to the frankly bizarre. You may have gotten some great photos of your furbaby dozing, but have you ever wondered what your pup's sleep position means? It turns out, there may be something you can learn from how your furry buddy chooses to catch forty winks.

Why Does My Dog Lick My Face?

Dogs can’t communicate with words the way you do, but they do use body language to “talk” to you. One of the behaviors your dog may use involves licking, especially licking your face. If you’ve ever wondered why your dog licks your face, the roots of the behavior run deep.

Ways to Keep Your Puppy Busy Indoors

If you have a puppy, you already know your furbaby is an adorable bundle of energy. When he's not napping, your cute little puff of fur is go, go and go. Puppyhood is an important stage of development for dogs, so you need to keep puppy entertained — whether you are indoors or out.

The Most Wolf-Like Breeds

Dogs have all descended from wild canines, such as wolves, but most breeds have had their more wild features eliminated through many generations of domestication and breeding. However, in the past few years, wolf-dogs have become more popular, in part because of hit TV shows like "Game of Thrones," which feature fictional species of wolves.

What to Do When Your Dog Gets Sprayed by a Skunk

Unfortunately, because skunks get so close, they can sometimes tango with your furbaby. Often, they’re not especially afraid of dogs and other animals, which is why many a dog gets sprayed by a skunk. It’s a difficult situation, especially when you see those puppy eyes — and then that smells hits you!

Do Dogs Really Need Sweaters for Snow?

Do dogs get cold in snow? You may have wondered this when bundling your furbaby up in his or her favorite coat or sweater before a walk.

Well, if you want to start a great debate, ask a group of dog lovers: “Do dogs need winter sweaters?” You’re sure to get a ton of different answers!

Can You Leave a Dog Alone Overnight?

Can you leave a dog alone overnight? There are times you may not be able to be at home at night. When contemplating whether or not to leave your dog alone overnight, consider the following:

How Long Can You Leave a Puppy in a Crate?

How long can you leave a puppy in a crate? If you have a new pup, this is a question you need to be asking yourself a lot. Eventually, you will need to run errands or leave for work. What happens then? How long can a puppy stay in a crate?

Why Does My Dog Bark at Me When I Leave the House?

If you want to say something to a human, you use English. For dogs, this really isn't an option. If you're wondering, “Why does my dog bark at me when I leave the house?” you may as well be wondering, “Why do I speak?”

Best Dog Breeds for Humans Living the Single Life

Living the single life can be great! You get to enjoy ample time to pursue your hobbies and there's little need compromise. There are times where you may want a companion, though. The great news is that if you are alone, you have lots of time and attention to lavish on a furry family member. You might make a great dog owner!

12 Benefits of Sleeping With Your Dog

When it comes to sleeping with your dog, there are many benefits to sharing your sleeping space with your fur baby. Allowing your dog to sleep on your bed has a different meaning for you and your dog. For you, it can be a way to snuggle. For your dog, it’s an important bonding experience.

How Can I Celebrate My Dog's Birthday?

Throwing a birthday party for your dog can be a great way to celebrate with canine companions and their human friends. Sure, a dog birthday party is more for the humans involved than for the dogs, but very often the furry guys also have a lot of fun. Dog birthday party games and dog birthday party food is always a big hit with dogs.

10 Dog Breeds With the Worst Separation Anxiety

If you're away from home a lot and want to have a dog, you may well have asked yourself: “Which dog breeds suffer from separation anxiety?” It's an important question to ask if you're away from home a lot. The worst dog breeds for separation anxiety are more prone to bad behaviors, anxiety, stress and upset stomach when you're gone.

How to Deal With Puppy Separation Anxiety

Separation anxiety in puppies is a serious problem. Although it is not completely understood, we know that separation anxiety occurs because animals are left alone and have a hard time coping with loneliness. Symptoms of separation anxiety in a puppy can include pacing, panting, drooling, barking, crying, destructive behaviors, stress and anxiety for your furriest family member and more.

Best Dogs for People Who Work Full-Time

If you work outside the home but still want a fur baby to thoroughly lavish attention on, you may wonder what the best dog is for leaving home alone. Choosing the right dog can make a huge difference.

How Long Can You Leave a Dog Home Alone?

It’s a question everyone with a furbaby has asked at one point: ”How long can I leave my dog alone?” Whether you plan on heading out for a day trip, to work or to run errands, you may wonder whether it’s acceptable to leave your dog on his or her own for that length of time.

6 Reasons Why Dogs Tilt Their Heads

Perhaps the cutest thing dogs do is tilt their heads when they are looking at you. But why do they do it? There are six thoughts about why dogs tilt their heads...

The New Science of Dog Psychology

To know if what you are doing really makes them happy, you need to delve into the world of dog psychology.

Here's Why Two Dogs Are Better Than One

Although having more dogs means more work, there are numerous benefits to having more than one dog. From your personal health to dog’s mental wellness...

Heat Stroke in Dogs: Signs, Prevention, and Treatments

Heat stroke can be a real danger to dogs, and because they cannot exactly tell us when they start feeling the symptoms, it is our job to make sure that they don't overheat.

12 Reasons Dogs Howl, Whine, and Cry

Why does my dog howl, wine or cry? Is there a specific reason? See the 12 reasons to understand why dog howl, whine and cry...

Why Dogs Dig and How to Stop It

Why does my dog keep digging? And How should I stop it? Here are some tips for you to understand why dog dig and ways you can stop it...

10 Things Dog Parents Do That Only Dog Lovers Understand

Are you a REAL dog parent? Here are the 10 things that only the dog parents do and the dog lovers understand. Let's see how much you fit in...

10 Ways to Calm Your Dog Down During Fireworks

To a dog, the world is experienced through sight, sound and smell. Usually it’s a pretty interesting place. But on the Fourth of July, it can become a nightmare. Here are the 10 tips you can help your own puppy make it through the...

Who's a Good Dog! 9 Best "Home Alone" Dog Breeds

Thinking of starting a new life with a dog but you have to work every day? Consider these dog breeds that can do HOME ALONE very well...

How to Find a Good Dog Sitter? - 5 Things to Consider

Need someone to take care your furbaby? Here are 5 things you should consider when finding a qualified dog sitter so that you don't have to worry while you're away.

Secret Life of Dogs — 7 Things Dog Does When They Are Home Alone

What do they really do when you’re not around? Here are the top 7 things we’ve collected from more than 50,000 Furbo users around the world:

Dog Depression - Cause, Symptom, and Treatment

People often wonder, do dogs feel depression at all, and, if so, do they feel it in the same way that we do?

Why Laser Pointers Are Bad for Dogs?

This game looks fun and stimulating for dogs, and is absolutely entertaining to watch! However, the reality is that laser pointers are amongst the worse and most dangerous toys to play with your dog

Your Neighbor's Nightmare! 10 Breeds That Bark the Most

There are so many breeds to choose from—how do you decide? You also need to look at how easily they train, how big they’ll get, how much grooming and exercise

New Puppy Checklist! 10 Must-Haves for Your New Puppy

You have decided that it was time to get a new puppy. But before you bring him home, you should to be prepared. You’ll need numerous items to make him feel at home, check out the must-have supplies for your new puppy:

The Ultimate Destroyers: Top 10 Naughtiest Dog Breeds

“Oh, no! What happened here?” This cry of dismay is not unfamiliar to most of dog owners, because left on their own, our furbabies can wreck havoc in no time flat.

10 Dog Breeds That Can't Tolerate Being Left Alone

If you’re thinking about getting a dog that you know will spend time alone at home, do your homework first.

How To Prevent Your Dog From Getting Periodontal Disease

There are many things you can do to help your dog avoid periodontal disease.

Fruits Your Dog Can and Can't Eat

When they are craving what we are eating, especially when we are eating fruits or sweets, it can get dangerous. Some fruits are actually toxic, and your dog could be allergic to them.

Winter is here! 7 Tips to Keep Your Dog Warm This Winter!

What are the best ways to keep your dog warm this winter?

Top 4 Golden Retriever Health Problems!

Golden Retrievers are warm-hearted, yet hyper dogs. To keep them cheerful and healthy, we must watch out for their top 4 health problems.

Puppy Obedience Training at Home

As a pawrent, you might be wondering if you can train your dog at home or if you'll need to take your furbaby to a professional trainer. Although training might seem intimidating, it's something you and your furbaby can accomplish together in your house or yard. All you need is a little know-how and patience and, before long, you and your pup can enjoy the benefits of good behavior.

Vet: Furbo's Alexa Skills Help Alleviate Separation Anxiety in Dogs

Dr. Medders: "Furbo has really decreased their separation anxiety and depression while home alone."

Clicker Training 101: What Is It and How to Do It?

Today clicker training has become the most popular dog training method in the world.

How to Train Your Dogs with Treats

Most dogs are motivated by food, so naturally, food is a very powerful training tool.

19 Expert Tips for Raising a Puppy While Working

Leaving a puppy alone while at work is no fun for anyone—neither you nor your furbaby. However, it may be necessary if you need to work to pay the bills and the dog food. If you’re working full time with a puppy, there are a few things you’ll want to do to when you’re trying to make it all work:

How To Stop My Dog From Barking When Left Home Alone

If you’re wondering how to stop your dog from dog barking while you’re away from home, there's many solutions to consider. Check out our resource guide!

10 Things You Can Do To Get 2 Dogs to Get Along

Thinking to get a paw brother for your dog? Here are the 10 things you need to know before having two dogs.

Puppy Talk 101 - How to Communicate with Your Pup

We LOVE talking to our dogs, but do they really understand? Follow our tips to make the communication between you and your pups faster and easier.

How to Raise a Puppy When You Work Full Time

Puppyhood is one of the most challenging times for dog parents. Fortunately working full time and raising a puppy is a well-travelled road and there is plenty of advice available from those who have walked in your shoes.

How to Keep Your Dog Safe When Home Alone

Many dogs suffer from separation anxiety which can cause them to become extremely stressed. However, there are some simple things you can do to keep him calm and busy until you return.

5 Steps to Train Your Puppy to Be Home Alone

For working moms, we cannot be with puppies 24/7 and that we have to leave them home alone. However, We can train our puppies to look forward to us leaving by putting the following measures in place.

5 Tips to Help Your Dog’s Separation Anxiety

Separation anxiety is a common issue for many dogs, and can be the root cause of a myriad of behavioral and health issues. With a little bit of time, you can usually eliminate many of these separation anxiety behaviors.

Do You Know How to Get Your Dog to Stop Barking?

Are you worried that your dog will start barking when you leave the house? Here are 4 reasons & solutions to prevent your dog from excessive barking.

What Sorts of Mischief Is Your Pup Up To At Home?

Our dogs mean the world to us, even when they're up to no good at home while we're away. Check out these hilarious #CaughtOnFurbo moments shared by pawrents around the world!

How to Train Your Dog With a Clicker

Some pups need more attention than others when it comes to obedience, and bad doggy behavior might be harder to spot than you think. To determine whether your new family member needs help with their behavior, look for these common signs that it's a good idea to clicker train your dog in this blog post.

Famous Dogs From TV and Movies

Do you think your furbaby has what it takes to make it in Hollywood and join the ranks of famous TV dogs? Take a look at some of the famous movie dogs who have captured our hearts over the years:

Best Treats to Use With Furbo

If you own Furbo Dog Camera, you may be wondering what the best treats to use with Furbo may be. Furbo is a two-way communication system which allows you to talk to your dog and dispense treats remotely when you're not at home. This device can be set up anywhere in your home. In addition, you can set up a bark alert so you can be informed wherever you are if your dog is barking.

5 Types of Dog Owners Who Need A Dog Camera the Most

Furbo Dog Camera makes your time away from your furbaby much less stressful and can help you solve problems that separation can cause.

Why Furbo Should Replace Your Home Monitor

Regular home monitors can kind of show what your pet is up to, but they can’t provide a sense of your presence, feed them, play with them or adjust to both of your needs.

Why We Love Pet Camera (And You Should, Too!)

Everyone who’s ever had a dog knows that it’s like having a child. Wherever you are and whatever you’re doing, you’re always wondering what’s your precious pet doing back home.

5 Reasons Every Dog Needs a Furbo Dog Camera

Furbo is the top interactive dog video cameras on the market. You will never have to guess at what your dog is doing while you’re away and he’ll never feel alone.

How a Pet Camera Can Ease Your Pain

With a standard pet camera, you can check up on your dog throughout the day, interact with your pet, which can help ease your and your pup's separation anxiety.

5 Reasons Owning a Dog Camera Will Change Your Life

With less worry, faster training, and a better connection between the two of you, both you and your pet will have better weekdays.

Furbo Dog Camera Review from a Professional Dog Trainer

Furbo not only provides you the comfort of being able to see your dog when you’re not at home, but it also dispenses hard treats. While I reviewed this dog camera from a dog trainer’s perspective, I find it’s a great device for pet parents as well.

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