“We have a saying at BARK: dogs fly first, humans fly business,” BARK co-founder and CEO Matt Meeker told me as we sat down together to chat about BARK Air. BARK is the parent company behind the monthly subscription box for dogs, BarkBox, which was founded in 2011. Immensely successful since their start, BARK has […]
How to Fly Large Dogs in Cabin: K9 Jets Review
In June of 2009 I moved from Phoenix, Arizona to Northern Italy with my 65lb dog and Ragdoll cat. Four stressful days, three commercial flights, one dog with explosive diarrhea and one cat who peed herself in her carrier when we were forced to place her in the hold on the last leg of our […]
Guide to Dog-Friendly Bruges, Belgium
Bruges, or Brugge as it’s called in Old Dutch, just so happens to be one of Europe’s best preserved medieval cities. And when it comes to dog-friendly Belgium, Bruges also happens to be one of best city breaks to take with your dog. In fact, this dog-loving city boasts over 1.3 million pets registered in […]
The Best Gifts for Samoyed Lovers That Deserve a Round of A-Paws
Doting dog owners are a special breed. And Samoyed owners are especially besotted with their fluffy pups. I should know, because I became a besotted Sammy owner myself. Like many a Samoyed owner before me, I plan my days around my Samoyed’s play dates, almost never go on vacation without her, and my floof has […]
Traveling with Your Dog: The Ultimate Guide to Dog Travel Tips
You might assume that traveling with your dog is extremely difficult, if not impossible. Or that it’s costly. But these days more people are bringing their dogs along on vacations, and thanks to that growing trend it’s easier than ever to travel with a dog. In fact, a survey by American Pet Products Association (APPA) […]
Best Gifts for Dog Moms
Only dog moms know just how rewarding being a dog mom is. And only dog moms know just how challenging and exhausting raising a puppy can be. But devoted dog moms also wouldn’t trade it for the world, because at the end of the day coming home to a pup that loves you is one […]
5 Homemade Pupsicle Recipes to Keep Your Dog Cool This Summer
While we’ve been dreaming of those long, hot summer days, your dog might actually be dreading them. Not all dogs were built for the heat, especially Northern breeds like a Samoyed. The rising temperatures might seem like a challenge, but it can be a summer breeze keeping your dog cool, comfortable and entertained. One way […]
