Sometimes God shows up and gently reminds us who is really in charge.And if there’s one thing I know about God, it’s that He has […]

Happy New Year from The Barking Blogger Day 1 of 2026 Well, here we are again—Day One of a new year.So many possibilities. So many

This time, it wasn’t us searching for our own dog. It was our neighbor—a family with a small child—trying to understand how their chocolate Labrador, Ollie, had simply vanished.

Learn how to make a storm emergency bag for dogs! A funny yet smart look at pet preparedness from The Barking Blogger.

I see this question come up often — especially among shelters and older seniors looking to adopt. They walk into a shelter, find a furry friend who makes their heart light up, fill out the application, and wait… only to be denied because of their age.

I used to think I was being ridiculous when it came to leaving my dogs for any length of time. Vacations were never as fun for me as they seemed for everyone else. The anxiety I felt before a trip was almost debilitating. I’d worry for days leading up to my departure, and as soon as I dropped them off, the tears would start flowing.

It’s funny—not the laugh-out-loud kind of funny, but the kind that makes you pause and think. Somehow, this four-legged, wet-nosed creature grew into so much more than a pet. They became our confidante, our therapist, our comforter, our loyal shadow.

Do Dogs Ever Think About Their Past? Do you ever look at your dog and wonder what’s going through their mind? Not the fun little

When a little dog named Bobby lost the person he loved most, he didn’t move on. He stayed—day after day, year after year—faithfully guarding his master’s grave. His story isn’t just about loss… it’s about the kind of love only a dog can give.

When my dachshund Molly fell ill, five vets said she’d be fine. The next morning, she was gone. Her story is a powerful reminder to always trust your gut and be your dog’s strongest advocate.