Our Expert: Melanie Kramer
6 Tips to Help Dogs Swim Safely
By Melanie Kramer | June 20, 2016The temperature is rising across the country, making swimming holes and crystal blue pools look much more inviting. For many dogs, swimming can be really fun and rewarding, but safety should always…View Full Post ›
5 Ways My Dog Helps Me Be a Better Parent
By Melanie Kramer | May 26, 2016I recently had a baby, and I’m a bit exhausted. We’re still in the “getting up three times a night, haven’t had sleep in days” stage. We also have an almost 2-year-old son, so life in our house is…View Full Post ›
7 Dog Breeds Named After People
By Melanie Kramer | May 12, 2014If you've perused our dog breed pages, you may have noticed a wide variety of breed names. Some, like the Afghan Hound, are fairly straightforward: This breed is named after its homeland,…View Full Post ›
7 Signs You Love Your Dog More Than Your Spouse
By Melanie Kramer | March 26, 2014You really can’t compare the love you have for a spouse or significant other to your love of a dog — the two are very different. But it can be easy to get in the habit of showering your…View Full Post ›
Global Pet Expo 2014: The Ninja, a Bed for Tough Chewers
By Melanie Kramer | March 14, 2014Even tough chewers need to be comfortable, but it can be a challenge when they chew up their brand-new beds. Pet beds are not an inexpensive chew toy — this particular chewing habit can be…View Full Post ›
15 Dog Breeds Sporting Christmas Outfits
By Melanie Kramer | December 23, 2013Even though Santa will be making his appearance in homes across America very soon, these dogs couldn't wait any longer. To celebrate Christmas, we rounded up some popular dog breeds dressed up…View Full Post ›
7 Working Animals to Honor on Labor Day
By Melanie Kramer | August 30, 2013This Labor Day, not only do we want to pay homage to the hardworking humans of America, but we also want to celebrate some of the hardest-working animals throughout history. Take a moment of…View Full Post ›
7 Gift Ideas for the Pet-Loving Dad
By Melanie Kramer | June 7, 2013Thinking about getting Dad another tie for Father's Day? Think again. We've rounded up some great gift ideas that are suited for any dad who loves pets. Whether he's a tech-savvy dog…View Full Post ›
Cat Eye Glasses With a Twist
By Melanie Kramer | October 31, 2012Whether you are a self-described crazy cat lady, or you're looking for a fun — yet, creepy — Halloween accessory, these Cat Eye Glasses from Archie McPhee are the perfect wardrobe…View Full Post ›
We're Wild About J.W. Anderson for Topshop
By Melanie Kramer | October 10, 2012Designer J.W. Anderson is hot right now and so is scoring designer duds at lower prices. H&M and Target have produced some great collections, and right now we're wild about the great animals…View Full Post ›
Foxy Boots Built for Bad Weather
By Melanie Kramer | October 8, 2012Fall is bringing us some cooler temperatures, but it's also giving us lots of rainy weather. Bad weather doesn't mean you still can't look cute, right? Instead of grabbing those plain old…View Full Post ›
Topshop Tiger Cardigan Makes Us Roar
By Melanie Kramer | October 1, 2012All we had to say when we first saw this edgy Knitted Stud Tiger Cardi from Topshop was, "Grrr." We've seen a lot of animal prints this year: zebra, leopard, and giraffe, but now it…View Full Post ›
