dog facts

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Do Dogs Really Dream?

We only need to watch our dogs while they sleep, to see their little, running paws or hear their muffled barks to recognize when they are dreaming. Scientists studying dogs and dog dreams have recently confirmed floating theories on a dog’s sleeping reveries. Dr. Stanley Coren, Professor Emeritus in the...

What’s Your Dog’s Holiday Routine?

The holidays feel like they were tailor-made for dogs: lots of interesting new smells around the house, new friends coming to visit, and all the delicious food you can drool over.We surveyed over 70,000 dogs to get an idea of how they might act during holiday get togethers and to...

How to Work from Home with Dogs

With the rise of working from home, more owners are spending the whole day with their dogs close by. Working remotely comes with its own benefits and challenges, especially when you have a dog as your coworker.  It’s great to be able to spend more time with your dog. There...

How to Introduce a Second Dog to Your Home

When it comes to dogs, sometimes one just isn’t enough. If you’re ready to introduce a second dog to your home, it’s important to make sure your current dog is on board with the plan. Here are some tips from our veterinary team to keep your dogs happy and safe...

A Guide to Boston Terriers

If you are considering adopting a Boston Terrier, or just want to know more about them, we’ve compiled all the information you might need to make informed decisions regarding their care. We’ve included details about this breed’s physical characteristics, activity needs, grooming tips, nutrition, and more. Your guide to Boston...

15 Surprising Facts About Dogs

Here at Embark, we love making new discoveries about dogs. That’s why our founders traveled the world studying them. This was Embark’s very beginning, and these findings have since helped thousands of customers learn even more about their furry family members. Dogs are full of surprises. Become a canine expert...

5 Cat-Friendly Dog Breeds

Life is better with animals, and we don’t just mean dogs. If you have a pup at home and you would like to expand your furry family to include a cat, or if it’s the other way around, you’ve come to the right place. Many dogs can live with cat...

A Guide to Australian Shepherds

Australian Shepherds are easygoing and playful dogs. Whether you just welcomed one into your home or are thinking about it, you’ve come to the right place. This guide to Australian Shepherds will provide all the information you need to properly train and care for your new furry friend. This guide...

A Guide to Siberian Huskies

Did you just welcome a Siberian Husky into your home? Are you thinking about it? Either way, you’ve come to the right place! Whether you’ve adopted a puppy or an older dog, we have the information you need to properly train and care for him or her. This guide to...

A Guide to Poodles

If you are considering adopting a Poodle, or just want to know more about them, we’ve compiled all the information you might need to make informed decisions regarding their care. We've included details about this breed’s physical characteristics, activity needs, grooming tips, nutrition, and more. At the bottom of this...

A Guide to Golden Retrievers

Affectionate, intelligent and devoted, Golden Retrievers are a distinctly lovable breed. Their sweet disposition makes them superb companions! If you're considering bringing a Golden Retriever into your home, we have all the information you need to make informed decisions regarding their care. We've included details about this breed’s physical characteristics,...

A Guide to German Shepherds

Loving and dependable, the German Shepherd Dog (commonly called the German Shepherd) would make an excellent addition to any family. If you are considering bringing a German Shepherd into your home, we have all the information you need to make informed decisions regarding the care of your new pup. We’ve...