This summer we will be getting an 8-week-old Lab puppy! I wanted to write about how I will prepare my adult dog Remy, a 5-year-old weimaraner, for the new arrival in advance.

At That Mutt, we are realistic and know that most people do not leash their dogs in the back country. We just want people to be aware of the potential risks of off-leash dogs and make the best choice for their situation.

I wanted to write about my experience with good dog trainers and bad trainers. Working dogs is easy. Working with people is difficult. A good trainer will never make you feel bad about your relationship with your dog.

That Mutt is not opposed to giving dogs rawhides (do your own research), but this article is all about healthy alternatives. There are a lot of options!

If you’re wondering when to train a puppy for agility, well, you can start some of the training right away! I’ll get into some details on what is safe for a puppy and what isn’t.

I belong to several pet-related Facebook groups. A cat kidney disease group, a running with dogs group, a bird dog group, an agility group. Every week I see someone dealing with the difficult decision of when to put her dog or cat down. “How do I know when it’s time to let her go?” they …

How much exercise does a weimaraner need? A lot! Weimaraners are extremely high-energy dogs (generally). Not quite as much energy as a working border collie. Way more energy than most Labs, German shepherds or golden retrievers. It also depends on the individual dog, though. There are calm, lower-energy weimaraners. But most are very high-energy and …

Today I’m going to share with you the best raw dog food brands. There are tons raw dog food companies to choose from, which is great! It means people and brands are understanding the health benefits of a raw diet for dogs such as: Reduced ear infections Fewer allergies Less poop! Less dog smell Reduced …

Herding dogs are famous for their intense drive and their instinctive work with livestock. This article will give you a basic idea on how to train a dog to herd. Herding dogs have been used to care for sheep, cattle and other animals for centuries. Some of the common herding breeds are shepherds, collies and, …

On the first night after my dog Baxter died, I felt sad and tired. But there were two other emotions I didn’t expect: calm and surprised. To be more accurate, I was surprised by how calm my mind was. Baxter had been sick for months. For the last two weeks of his life, he had …