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10 Valentine's Day Gifts Your Dog Will Love
Valentine's Day is the perfect opportunity to show some extra love to your four-legged best friend. Spoil them rotten with our top picks of treats, toys, and more! Show your...
Meet the Link Brand Ambassadors
We're proud to have some of the most dashing dogs on social media as Link brand ambassadors. From the cute and cuddly to the adventurous and active, the Link Pack...
Basic Commands Every Dog Should Know
A healthy relationship with your dog relies on good training. To communicate with him, first you need to teach him what you need from him in different situations and show...
Understanding Your Link: Calorie Calculation
The Link Smart Pet Wearable is rich with health-related tools and data that help pet parents understand and manage their pet's total health and wellbeing. One key health metric that Link...
How to Control Your Dog's Barking
There are many reasons why dogs bark. It can be a greeting, a sign of affection, a warning, a cry of distress, and more. But lately, your dog has been barking...
Understanding Your Link: Link Health Symptom An...
With Link Health powered by Petriage as a primary feature of the Link Dog GPS Tracker, you know if something is wrong with your pet and what you need to...
How to Teach Your Dog to Speak and Be Quiet
How to Teach Your Dog to Speak & Be Quiet Teaching your dog to bark or speak on command can be fun. But did you know it can also be...
Understanding Your Link: Complete Customization
Did you know the Link GPS dog collar is designed to be customized to each user’s lifestyle and preferences? When we set out to create the industry’s best dog GPS tracker...
Link Accessories Round Up: Customizing Your Lin...
The best thing about the Link system is how you can customize it to fit your lifestyle with your pup – whether you’re at-home snuggle buddies, constantly on the go,...
Xylitol: The Household Ingredient Fetching Conc...
What is xylitol and what does it have to do with your dog? Xylitol is poisonous to dogs and poses significant health risks - even when consumed in small doses. Read on...
Link Story: Jenna & Honey
“We loved Link before and now we love them even more.” Jenna found herself saying one day after a scary incident where she realized her dog, Honey, had slipped out...
Link Story: Meredith & Smashy
Star of the Story: SmashyPet Parent: MeredithHome State: Ohio Meet one of the most dynamic duos in our Link pack- Meredith and Smashy. They found each other when Meredith adopted...
GoPetFriendly Blogs
We're excited to share blog selections from our friends at GoPetFriendly with our Wanderer subscribers each month. Check out the articles hand-picked for our Link family below! Training Your...
How to Clean a Dog's Teeth
Did you know that four out of five dogs over the age of three years have some type of periodontal disease? While dental disease in dogs is quite common, there...
How Do I Know if My Dog Is Overweight?
You take good care of your dog, feeding them well and making sure they get proper exercise. But lately, your dog seems to be gaining weight. Is my dog still...
Important Milestones in Your Puppy's Life
One of the great joys of having a dog is watching him grow up. It happens so fast. One day, he's a tiny puppy, but before you know it, he's...
Link Story: Bianca & Tyke
Star of the Story: TykePet Parent: BiancaHome State: California As we celebrate the holiday season and quickly approach New Year’s Eve, the Link team turns our focus to ensuring pups...
10 Tips for Potty Training Your Puppy
After you bring home and then cuddle and play with your new pup, you need to learn the ins and outs of how to potty train your puppy. We spoke...
Why Do Dogs Destroy Toys?
Have you ever wondered why do dogs destroy toys? He's merely doing what dogs were born to do, but you can help him overcome this behavior. Puppies and dogs chew...
Link Story: Jeff & Cadence
Star of the Story: CadencePet Parent: JeffHome State: California Jeff had been a long-time Link user for the peace of mind it gave him about the safety of his beloved...
The Ultimate Winter Safety For Dogs Checklist
As the temperatures continue to drop this winter, there are hazards that you need to protect your pup from. We’ve put together a short winter safety for dogs checklist to help prevent...
Do Dogs Have Circadian Rhythm
You know that inner clock pushing your hunger and sleep buttons? Scientists attribute that to circadian rhythms, which are pretty much a 24-hour inner clock that runs in the background...
Dog Boots Were Made For Walkin'
And hiking and running and generally anything else your pooch likes to do with you. You don't go jogging, hiking or playing in the snow without foot protection, and your...
Tips For Protecting Dog Paws In Winter
Winter can be an extremely difficult season for your dog's paws. Not only are there environmental irritants, but also certain toxic chemicals that are more prevalent such as snow and...
How to survive doggy cabin fever this winter
Let’s face it - there are few things more enjoyable on a cold winter’s day than to curl up inside and stay warm. Don’t give in to the couch temptation...
Four-Legged Feats: Unusual Dog Tricks
See Spot run. See Spot fetch. See Spot grill the perfect steak and shake up a vodka martini. Okay, maybe that's not in Champ's repertoire, but these fantastic feats prove...
Deliciously Decadent & Pawsome Treats for Your Dog
Summertime and we're feeling fine! Share the good vibes with your best friend with these deliciously decadent treats that are 100% safe for the dog (or dogs!) in your life....
Pumpkin Spice for All: Fabulous Fall Treats for...
It's fall and that means it's time to enjoy the sweet smells and flavor of pumpkin everything! The best part? Your pup can join in on the fun! Pumpkin is...
DIY Dog Halloween Costumes
Bring your favorite four-legged family member into the Howl-o-ween fun by dressing them up and letting them strut their stuff around the neighborhood with these DIY dog Halloween costumes! There's...
Link Story: Mark & Bowen
Star of the Story: BowenPet Parent: MarkHome State: Washington We recently connected with long-time Link customer, Mark, to learn what he loves about Link. While Mark doesn’t have a dramatic...
Owning a Dog Contributes to Our Health and Happ...
There’s a science behind why being with your dog brings so much joy. Here’s how and why owning a dog makes life so much better. Most pet parents already know...
Link Story: Jennifer & Brutus
Star of the Story: BrutusPet Parent: JenniferHome State: Illinois Jennifer begins her story by reflecting on when she first fell in love with her beloved pup, Brutus, that she adopted...
A Complete Guide to Preparing Your Dog for a Na...
Natural disasters like hurricanes, severe thunderstorms, flash flooding, tornadoes, wildfires and earthquakes are an unfortunate reality of summer. Most of these disasters give little to no warning, and they can...
Camping with Dogs: RV Having Fun Yet?
Dogs and camping go together like hot cocoa and marshmallows. We asked Ray Burr, a full-time RVer and dog owner, why so many RV campers enjoy traveling with their four-legged...
Take a Hike: Proper Hiking Gear for Dogs
If that perfect day calls you outside, hiking is a great way for you and your pup to exercise together and enjoy the outdoors. But before you go, be prepared...
Link Story: Christopher & Gracie
Star of the Story: GraciePet Parent: ChristopherHome State: Rhode Island Life hadn’t been easy on Christopher. After enduring depression, combat-related PTSD, and then losing his cat to cancer, Christopher arrived...
Why Does My Dog Sigh So Much?
Have you ever wondered why does my dog sigh so much? Dogs communicate pleasure, happiness, excitement, and connection through different vocalizations, including sighs. Here’s why your dog is likely sighing. ...
5 Summer Treats for Dogs
Pet parents want to share all the good times with their pooch. That includes summer treats for dogs that make them comfortable on hot days and help prevent heatstroke, which...
How to Keep Dogs Cool During the Dog Days of Su...
When warm weather hits, outdoor adventures beckon. You dress light, pack sunscreen and carry icy water for yourself, but remember that your dog heats up quickly in hot temps, too....
Why Is My Dog Barking at Nothing?
You're in the other room, trying to watch TV when suddenly, your dog starts going crazy. He's barking so loudly, there must be something wrong. But when you rush to his...
Link Story: Dogs and Fireworks - Sarah & Albus
Star of the Story: Albus Pet Parent: SarahHome State: Connecticut It’s a somber statistic that dogs and fireworks do not mix, as more dogs are lost on July 4th than any...
Fireworks and Fido: A Complete Guide to Dog Saf...
Did you know that more dogs run away on the Fourth of July than any other day? Dogs can easily be scared by fireworks even if you're not the one...
Link Story: Jill & Jerry Springer
Star of the Story: Jerry SpringerPet Parent: Jill Home State: Georgia Jill recalls the time in her life when she decided she wanted a dog. She says, “Ten years ago, I...
Why Is My Dog So Attached to Me?
Ask three friends, “Why is my dog so attached to me?” and you’ll likely get three different answers. Some people swear the pup is angling for treats. Others say it’s...
Link Story: A Golden Retriever Adoption, Guinne...
Star of the Golden Retriever adoption Story: GuinnessPet Parent: FosterHome State: Tennessee Hi, I’m Guinness! And yep, that’s me! Nothing makes me happier than meeting new friends and making people...
Link Story: Bones & Michelle
Star of the Story: Indiana Bones Pet Parent: Michelle Home State: Indiana Where in the world is Indiana Bones? His name is Bones and he’s an English Shepherd highly trained...
Do Your Dog’s Feet Smell Like Fritos?
Some people insist it smells more like popcorn, but the majority argue the snack-like smell coming from their dog's feet smell like fritos. Long a mystery for pet parents everywhere,...
The Basics: Puppy Training for New Pet Parents
Your new puppy is finally home! It’s important to begin training your puppy immediately to prevent your new furry friend from chewing your favorite slippers or peeing in the middle...
Why Does My Dog Lick Me?
You've just come home after a long day. Your furry friend is there waiting for you. So what does he do to greet you? He licks you! You love getting...
My Dog Ate My Valentine's Chocolates
Valentine's Day may be over, but the sweet reminders of this holiday still linger on. Whether you received a delicately wrapped box of chocolates from your significant other or took...
