Dog Stories Archive

What Are Bully Sticks Actually Made Of?

What “beef pizzle” means, how the calories add up, and what to check before choosing a chew for your dog.

Nov 2, 2026

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3 min read

The Sunday Fetch #21: Dinner Portions, Bed-Sharing Science & Tillie’s Second Chance

How to tell if you’re feeding your dog the right amount, what science says about sharing your bed, private backyards for rent, a robot-dog walking job, a daycare jailbreak, and Tillie’s search for another family after eleven years.

Nov 1, 2026

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4 min read

Does Sleeping With Your Dog Help You Sleep Better?

What research reveals about nighttime interruptions, the comfort of company, and whether your dog sleeps better with you nearby.

Oct 30, 2026

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2 min read

$20 an Hour to Walk a Robot Dog? That Was a Real Job in San Francisco.

A startup’s unusual job listing reveals the human work behind teaching four-legged robots to navigate city streets.

Oct 29, 2026

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1 min read

After 11 Years With One Family, Tillie Needed Another

Back at the shelter that first found her a home, Tillie greeted visitors with a wagging tail. Then someone came to meet her.

Oct 28, 2026

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2 min read

Would You Rent Someone Else’s Backyard for Your Dog?

Private yards, pools, and even gardens built for sniffing are available by the hour. The appeal becomes clearer when you picture who gets the place to themselves.

Oct 26, 2026

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3 min read

Are You Feeding Your Dog the Right Amount? Here’s How to Tell.

The feeding guide on the package is only a starting point. A quick body check, a kitchen scale, and a few easily overlooked extras can tell you a lot more.

Oct 26, 2026

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4 min read

The Sunday Fetch #20: Halloween’s Best-Dressed Dachshund, the Scent of Fear & 34 Days in Yellowstone

Sputnik’s incredible costumes, New York’s Halloween dog parade, a spooky doghouse, the science of smelling fear, doorbell survival tips, and Luna’s extraordinary Yellowstone rescue.

Oct 25, 2026

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3 min read

The Little Dog Who Survived 34 Days Alone in Yellowstone

Ten-year-old Luna vanished from her family’s cabin and spent weeks evading rescue attempts as winter approached. What finally brought her to safety was surprisingly simple.

Oct 23, 2026

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2 min read

Can Dogs Smell Fear? What the Research Reveals

Scientists have found that dogs can detect changes in our scent when we're stressed or afraid. But how they respond is a different story.

Oct 22, 2026

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2 min read

When the Doorbell Won't Stop: How to Help Your Dog This Halloween

A few simple changes can make trick-or-treat night quieter, safer, and less stressful for your dog.

Oct 21, 2026

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2 min read

Meet Sputnik, the Dog Who Takes Halloween Very Seriously

His first costume lasted less than five minutes. Since then, his Halloween wardrobe has grown to include movie icons, dinosaurs, and a few looks you really have to see to believe.

Oct 20, 2026

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3 min read

An Astronaut, a Trash Can, and a Knicks Star? Only at NYC’s Halloween Dog Parade

Hundreds of dogs showed off wildly creative costumes at the 2026 Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade. Meet the winner and see the best looks for yourself.

Oct 19, 2026

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1 min read

The Sunday Fetch #19: 8 Million Dog Mummies, Ghostly Stares & a Halloween Happy Ending

Egypt’s ancient dog mystery, spooky canine science, Halloween costume trends, a skeleton-dancing dog, rainy-day care tips, and Brunson’s incredible comeback with a surprise ending.

Oct 18, 2026

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3 min read

He Led a Halloween Dog Parade. But His Best Moment Was Still to Come.

Before he became Neptune, Brunson had recovered from severe neglect and helped lead New York City's Halloween dog parade. Then came the meeting that changed everything.

Oct 17, 2026

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2 min read

Can Dogs See Ghosts? What Science Says About Their Creepiest Behaviors

Ever caught your dog staring at an empty corner or barking at absolutely nothing? Science has some surprisingly fascinating explanations.

Oct 16, 2026

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3 min read

The Right Way to Dry Your Dog After a Rainy Walk

A quick towel-off isn't always enough. Here's when your dog needs a dryer, which spots are easy to miss, and how to tell when they're actually dry.

Oct 15, 2026

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3 min read

Every dog story, all in one place.

What Are Bully Sticks Actually Made Of?

The Sunday Fetch #21: Dinner Portions, Bed-Sharing Science & Tillie’s Second Chance

Does Sleeping With Your Dog Help You Sleep Better?

$20 an Hour to Walk a Robot Dog? That Was a Real Job in San Francisco.

After 11 Years With One Family, Tillie Needed Another

Would You Rent Someone Else’s Backyard for Your Dog?

Are You Feeding Your Dog the Right Amount? Here’s How to Tell.

The Sunday Fetch #20: Halloween’s Best-Dressed Dachshund, the Scent of Fear & 34 Days in Yellowstone

The Little Dog Who Survived 34 Days Alone in Yellowstone

Can Dogs Smell Fear? What the Research Reveals

When the Doorbell Won't Stop: How to Help Your Dog This Halloween

Meet Sputnik, the Dog Who Takes Halloween Very Seriously

An Astronaut, a Trash Can, and a Knicks Star? Only at NYC’s Halloween Dog Parade

The Sunday Fetch #19: 8 Million Dog Mummies, Ghostly Stares & a Halloween Happy Ending

He Led a Halloween Dog Parade. But His Best Moment Was Still to Come.

Can Dogs See Ghosts? What Science Says About Their Creepiest Behaviors

The Right Way to Dry Your Dog After a Rainy Walk

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