Dog Stories

Canine Military Heroes: 5 Important Service Dogs Who Should Be Celebrated

Every Veterans Day, we recognize the day as a chance to honor the brave men and women who have served in each branch of our military forces. The DogWatch team joins in this salute and extends a heartfelt thanks to all veterans for their courageous service.

With so many heroes to praise, we turn our attention to the subject we know best: dogs. Here are the stories of five of these heroic military working dogs, whose bravery, dedication, and strength are an inspiration to us all.

Read post »

Woman in hammock with dog sitting in front lawn

The PAW-fect Summer 2023 Reading List For Dog Lovers

‘Tis the season of the beach read! Are you a dog lover in need of a new book to bring to the beach, the lake house or your favorite deck chair in the backyard? Check out the 2023 edition of our annual Summer Reading List for Dog Lovers. Enjoy, and happy reading! 
Read post »

Top Dog Names of 2022

The Most Popular Dog Names of 2022

Wondering which dog names were trending for 2023? We’ve dug into our data and discovered which dog names were the most popular among new DogWatch customers in the US and Canada from January to November 2022. Check out our list below! Read post »

dog on a hot day with sunglasses on

5 Dog Breeds Who Hate Summer And How You Can Keep Them Cool

Does your dog hate the heat? As the sweltering and hazy dog days of summer arrive, dogs who are sensitive to humidity and heat may grow lethargic and are often more than happy to sit in an air-conditioned home all day.

What may seem like a natural response to heat can be a serious problem for some breeds. Here are FIVE breeds of dogs who do NOT thrive in the hot weather and what you can do to keep them cool.

Read post »