Balto: The Hero of the Great Serum Run

Balto: The Hero of the Great Serum Run When the Alaskan town of Nome faced a deadly diphtheria outbreak in 1925, the odds seemed insurmountable. The town was isolated by harsh winter storms, and life-saving medicine was over 600 miles away in Anchorage. With no planes...

Why Dogs Spin in Circles Before Lying Down

Why Dogs Spin in Circles Before Lying Down The Mysterious Pre-Bedtime Spin Have you ever watched your dog carefully spin in circles before settling down for a nap? While it may look amusing, this behavior has deep roots in canine genetics and instincts. Circling...

Letting Go Like a Dog: Mindfulness in Release

Letting Go Like a Dog: Mindfulness in Release Dogs are masters at moving on. Step on their tail by accident? You’ll get a yelp, maybe a moment of confusion — and then a wag. Drop them off at the vet? The second you return, it’s as if you never left. They don’t stew...

The Role of Touch: How Dogs Use Their Skin and Paws

The Role of Touch: How Dogs Use Their Skin and Paws Dogs experience the world in vivid and surprising ways. While we often focus on their keen sense of smell or excellent hearing, touch is another powerful and essential part of how dogs interpret and respond to their...