Dog Stories

Adopting a dog: advice for new dog owners

by   |  Mar 26, 2013  
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The human-animal bond is a mysterious phenomenon.  So how do you decide which dog is right for you and your family?  It turns out that looking into a dog’s eyes, feeling his wet tongue on your hand, and petting his fur is an important step in the selection process. If you’re thinking to adopt a Continue reading »

Dog Stories: Favorite Dog Names Throughout History

by   |  Mar 01, 2013  
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In the times of knights and princesses dogs were not considered to be part of the family, like they are today.  In those days dogs were usually found tied up outside or enclosed in pens.  Dogs were considered to be helpers as they often kept the grounds free of rodents or accompanied their humans on Continue reading »

Dog Stories: How Madge Earned Her Best Friend A Small Fortune

by   |  Feb 07, 2013  
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It all began with a stroll along the beach on the Northern England coast.  Madge and her human, Ken Wilman, were enjoying the lovely day and the refreshing smell of the surf and sand. That is until Madge found a large, round, basketball-sized chunk of something really special. When Ken tried to call Madge away Continue reading »

Dog Stories: Purely Clean Shampoo to the Rescue!

by   |  Aug 14, 2012  
Photo Credit: Lily Red Studios

Moe, the Boston Terrier canine consultant for M&J Dog Essentials, was a stink roller from the time when he was a puppy.  Even while waiting to cross the busy city streets in Chicago, we would look down in horror to find Moe delighting himself by rolling in some slimy worms washed up from the previous Continue reading »

Behind the Scenes: Puppy Bath Time!

by   |  May 08, 2012  
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Oh glorious spring days are upon us; the fresh smell of flowers, the warmth of the sun hitting your face, and the smell of stinky puppies fills the air…. (record scratch) With warmth and smiles on our face, we embark on a new journey of raising, (and bathing) our new canine consultants, Mac and his Continue reading »