Author: JJ Keeler

JJ Keeler lives in Colorado with a house full of pets. She owns three dogs, two cats, and a hamster she bought as a bribe to get her daughter to ride the school bus. She has a BA in English Literature from the University of Colorado and has worked as a professional writer for fifteen years. Her clothes are perpetually covered in pet hair.

Can You Rescue a Dog from a Hot Car?

July 9, 2020

If summer teaches us anything, it’s that people never learn: hundreds of dogs continue to die in hot cars each year. We all know the dangers, but minimizing those hazards is common, especially when people plan to rush into a store for five-minutes or so before running into someone they know or otherwise losing track of time. Of course, it’s also common to underestimate exactly how hot a car becomes (while overestimating the power of … Continue reading “Can You Rescue a Dog from a Hot Car?”

A Dog’s Diary: Charlie’s Life After The Quarantine

July 9, 2020
dogs life after quarantine

Dear Diary, Now that my mom and dad are leaving the house again, I’ve reclaimed my kingdom. When they’re gone, I’m in charge – the big cheese, the head honcho, the top dog. And, also, the only one here. As a pack leader, I do all sorts of things. I try to pry open the refrigerator with my claws (I’m commander-in-chief but I really want to be commander-of-beef), I sleep in the bed (I’m not … Continue reading “A Dog’s Diary: Charlie’s Life After The Quarantine”

Helping Your Hound Beat the Heat

July 9, 2020

Summer is loads fun but hard on humans, too – the humidity, the temperature, the sweat stains on our favorite shirts. But, for dogs, the ante is upped much higher. Creatures permanently clad in fur coats, warm weather isn’t just inconvenient for canines, it’s downright dangerous. So how can you help your pet keep its cool when Mother Nature has other plans? Consider the following: Get them shaved Not all dogs need to be shaved. … Continue reading “Helping Your Hound Beat the Heat”

4 Major Benefits of Having a Dog Camera At Home

July 9, 2020
4 Major Benefits of Having a Dog Camera At Home

In our modern world, cameras are everywhere; we may as well walk around perpetually saying, “Cheese!” and making sure nothing is stuck between our front teeth. Cameras are so common, in fact, that they’re not limited to human images; we place them in living rooms too, set up to show us that our pets are okay when we’re out of the house. A quick search online returns hundreds of cameras with all sorts of features … Continue reading “4 Major Benefits of Having a Dog Camera At Home”

6 Reasons Why You Should Get Your Dog A Smart Collar

July 9, 2020
6 Reasons Why You Should Get Your Dog A Smart Collar

Dog collars come in all shapes, sizes, and colors. Some are plain and practical; others have personality (is there anything quite as intimidating as an eight-pound Maltese wearing spikes around its neck?). But technology has turned collars from carriers of ID tags into even more practical accessories. Now, they’re lean, mean, GPS-tracking machines. In fact, the Fi Collar offers all sorts of benefits for both you and your pooch. A few of these pet perks … Continue reading “6 Reasons Why You Should Get Your Dog A Smart Collar”