Golly Gear's Dog Blog

Confessions of a Dog Person: The Ultimate Love/...

We love them fiercely, but let's be honest: owning dogs isn't always sunshine and lollipops. From bathroom audiences to the ultimate greetings, here is a realistic look at the complicated,...

Confessions of a Dog Person: The Ultimate Love/...

We love them fiercely, but let's be honest: owning dogs isn't always sunshine and lollipops. From bathroom audiences to the ultimate greetings, here is a realistic look at the complicated,...

Is Your Dog Honking Like a Goose? Understanding...

That scary "goose honking" cough or hacking fit on a walk is a classic sign of Collapsing Trachea. The good news? It isn’t your fault, and it can be beautifully...

Is Your Dog Honking Like a Goose? Understanding...

That scary "goose honking" cough or hacking fit on a walk is a classic sign of Collapsing Trachea. The good news? It isn’t your fault, and it can be beautifully...

Dare to Say No: Why Your Dog Deserves Space (An...

"Don’t worry, he’s friendly!" It's the phrase every owner of a sensitive or training dog dreads hearing. Our society isn’t always receptive to boundaries, but as dog owners, we have...

Dare to Say No: Why Your Dog Deserves Space (An...

"Don’t worry, he’s friendly!" It's the phrase every owner of a sensitive or training dog dreads hearing. Our society isn’t always receptive to boundaries, but as dog owners, we have...

Pity Doesn’t Help Your Pup

When you bring home a rescue dog with a rough past, it’s only natural to feel sorry for them. But keeping that pity alive might actually be holding your dog...

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Pity Doesn’t Help Your Pup

When you bring home a rescue dog with a rough past, it’s only natural to feel sorry for them. But keeping that pity alive might actually be holding your dog...

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Why It’s Time to Let Our Dogs Say “No”

From pushy strangers to scary harness fittings, dogs aren't built to tolerate everything we throw at them. Learning to recognize your pet's subtle stress signals and respecting their boundaries is...

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Why It’s Time to Let Our Dogs Say “No”

From pushy strangers to scary harness fittings, dogs aren't built to tolerate everything we throw at them. Learning to recognize your pet's subtle stress signals and respecting their boundaries is...

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Traveling With Your Dog: To Go or Stay (and How...

Deciding whether to bring your dog on your next trip can be a tough call. Whether your dog sees the car as a "vibrating box" or they're too excited to...

Traveling With Your Dog: To Go or Stay (and How...

Deciding whether to bring your dog on your next trip can be a tough call. Whether your dog sees the car as a "vibrating box" or they're too excited to...