Dex The Halls 2021 Holiday Dog Photo Contest
Dex the Halls because it’s time for our 12th annual Holiday Dog Photo Contest. We are upping the “bark” this holiday season with even more prizes, more goodies, more entries allowed, and more…
Author: Carol Bryant
A dog lover of the highest order is how Gayle King introduced Carol Bryant when she appeared with her Cocker Spaniel on Oprah Radio’s Gayle King show to dish dogs. Carol created and owns the trademark, My Heart Beats Dog®, and lives that mantra. A 30-year veteran of the dog world, she is the Immediate Past President of the Dog Writers Association of America (DWAA), the 2020 and 2021 DWAA winner for Best Dog Blog, and the co-author of Pet Blogging for Love & Money.
The Death of My Beloved Canine Hero
To say I am shattered is an understatement. The death of my beloved canine hero is indescribable. Everyone knows when a pet comes into their lives it isn’t forever. The likelihood we will…
12 Best Christmas Treats For Dogs
Wondering what to get your dog this holiday season? Christmas treats for dogs are one of the easiest and most fun ways to celebrate the holidays or any day with your pup. Not…
10 Best Dog Coats For Cocker Spaniels
As the temperatures drop, the dog clothes come out. If you are looking for the best dog coats for Cocker Spaniels, you’ve come to the right place. Although Cocker Spaniels have a thick…
Healthy Gifts For A Dog To Show You Really Care
One of the best ways to show a pet lover you care is by surprising them with a box of healthy gifts for a dog they love. As a pet influencer and journalist,…
How To Find A Good Cocker Spaniel Groomer
For over 20 years, I relied on the services of a good Cocker Spaniel groomer to clip my dog’s coat every 8 to 12 weeks. It can be hard to find a pet…
Does My Dog Love Me: How To Tell
Do you ever wonder “does my dog love me?” You aren’t alone in wondering if your dog feels the same level of love for you that you feel for him. There are plenty…
25 Ultimate Cocker Spaniel Gifts
If you love Cocker Spaniels or are looking for the ultimate Cocker Spaniel Gifts, we’ve got you covered. For over 30 years, we’ve been traveling from sea to shining sea and scouring the…
Sebaceous Cysts In Dogs: How To Deal With Them
How common are sebaceous cysts in dogs? Well, I was petting my Cocker Spaniel’s neck recently and noticed a bump that looked fluid-filled. In the time it took to reach for my eyeglasses…
How To Get Rid Of Pet Dander At Home
When I started getting headaches and sneezing a lot, I asked my allergist how I could get rid of pet dander at home. That was about 25 years ago, and the allergist told…