Earlier this month, Ann Davidson spoke to Rover-Time's team on Canine Auto Safety. Her research was so impressive and valuable, we asked her to contribute a guest post to our blog. A seat belt can be the difference between life and death in the event of a crash and yet, a majority of dog owners do not extend these important safety devices to their pets.

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Katy shares her favorite Kong combinations using dog-approved, seasonal ingredients as well as some helpful tips for keeping things tidy and extra delicious. And Chauncey Billups Vanderhoff (Julia and Mark's kid) models the behavior of a normal dog enjoying a Kong, which is unheard of on a regular day at their house.

Warm blogging welcomes to Rachel Papp, one of Rover-Time's pet pros. As we head out to the beer gardens, street fests, and drive into construction traffic, many of us will have our pups in tow. Here are a few of Rachel's favorite tips for keeping your dog safe in hot weather.

Chicago Pet Coalition hosted Community Pet Day in Humboldt Park on May 18. Nearly 240 dogs and their families were served in just four hours! Heather Owen from One Tail was kind enough to sit down for a quick Q&A to explain more.

Rover-Time's blog continues to look at common canine characteristics that are deeply ingrained in a dog’s DNA and may be challenging to change. Our resident expert, Lynda, received another reader email asking about her little guys's favorite to-do: jumping up. This week learn how to manage your dog's jumping.

Have you ever imagined what your pet's ultimate fantasy would be? What would your dog or cat say heaven looks like? Katy asked some Rover-Timers and friends this question and got some really fun answers.

Rover-Time is excited to introduce Susan Tenney from Elemental Acupuncture. Susan is based in Seattle, Washington. Her love of animals comes through in everything she does, including her writing. We are so appreciative of the time she took to explain more on canine acupressure.

Does your cat come running at the sound of a can opening? Does he come running from his hiding spot at the sound of a shaken treat bag? If you answered yes, you've unintentionally trained your cat to do something. So yes. It's totally possible! Lynda shares five tips to cat training.

This month we’re excited to feature Chicago-based Felines & Canines. Their passion for animal advocacy and rescue has made a huge impression on Rover-Timers and we’re thrilled to share this Q&A with Felines and Canine’s Executive Director, Abby Smith.

Many of the serious behavior problems seen in adult dogs are rooted in incomplete or improper socialization. Yet adopters of young puppies often don’t learn what socialization really is, or why it’s so important, until it’s too late. Socialization in canine developmental terms isn’t just hanging out with other dogs. It’s a time-sensitive process that needs to be well under way before your puppy is 12 weeks old.