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  • 8 Tips for Boating with Your Dog

    Is there anything more fun for a dog than summer? Romps on
    the beach and long sunny days playing fetch with their humans – it doesn’t get
    much better for a dog!For those with boats, summer fun also means setting off to
    sea, sometimes with canine companions on board. With the wind in their fur and
    salt air on [...]
  • San Diego Dog Beaches!


    With
    the sand for digging, the unlimited strange smells, and the constant surging
    water, beaches are doggy paradise. Lots of beaches welcome your furry friend,
    but others have strict no dog rules that’ll get you and your pup ticketed. Here
    are a few of our favorite recommendations from around the San Diego area, just
    make sure you check with your [...]
  • Summer Fun Throwdown - Canadian Style

    Canada has some serious road trip worthy vacation spots. Win a road
    trip package by participating in the Summer Fun Throwdown with Pet Valu
    where each week two scenic Canadian destinations are pitted against
    each other. If you pick the winner, you might also be chosen to win a
    road trip package for all the [...]
  • Dog Bloggers' Favorite Summer Spots!


    Looking for something fun to do with your dog? We asked some of our favorite dog bloggers to let us know how they pass the summer season with their dogs.
    1. Carrie Noar of Tales and Tails
    We really enjoy hiking at Starved Rock State Park any time of year. Farmdale Park is another favorite hiking destination [...]
  • Summer Safety Tips for Dogs

    Summer time brings sun, outdoor play, gardening and family gatherings. With all that fun comes a lengthy list of possible perils for your furry best friend. Here are some tips to keep dogs out of harm's way this summer.Skin and Coat CareMany people think that shaving your dog will keep them cooler over [...]
  • One Dog's List of What to Bring to the Beach

    So, I’ve got an amazing 10 1/2 year old Nova Scotia Duck Toller Retriever named Camden. He is a beach connoisseur for sure. “Camden Tucker” is his full name after two of my favorite water places: Camden, Maine and Nantucket, Massachusetts. Often he goes by “Cam” or “Camden” except when he’s in trouble, he is [...]