by Andrea Pollina | Jul 29, 2026 | Dog Behavior, Dog Health
Most healthy adult dogs can be left alone for up to 6 to 8 hours, but that is the upper limit, not an ideal daily routine. A lot depends on your dog’s age, health, temperament, and what you have set up at home. Puppies and senior dogs need far more frequent...
by Andrea Pollina | Jul 29, 2026 | Dog Health
For most dogs left alone during a full workday, yes, a midday walk makes a real difference. Adult dogs can typically hold their bladder for around 6 to 8 hours, but that is the upper limit, not a comfortable target, and a dog left from morning until evening with no...
by Andrea Pollina | Apr 7, 2026 | Dog Behavior, Dog Health, Dog Training
Have you ever caught your dog doing something that made you stop in your tracks and wonder… why? One of the most common questions pet owners ask is, “Why does my dog eat poo?” And while it’s not exactly pleasant to talk about, it happens more often than people think....
by Andrea Pollina | Mar 18, 2026 | Dog Health, NC, New Pet Ownership, Pet Safety Tips
Most pet owners are familiar with the common warnings. Chocolate stays out of reach, grapes are off the menu, and medications are kept safely tucked away. Those warnings are repeated so often that many people feel confident they know what to avoid. However, March is...
by Andrea Pollina | Mar 9, 2026 | Dog Behavior, Dog Health, Dog Training
Some days, a walk feels like a small thing. You clip on the leash, head outside, and circle the neighborhood like you always do. But that simple routine carries more weight than most people realize. The mental benefits of dog walking show up in behavior, mood, and...
by Andrea Pollina | Feb 23, 2026 | Best of Greensboro NC, Dog Behavior, Dog Health, Hiring a Dog Walker
Daily walks are part of life with a dog, but the kind of walk your dog needs can vary more than people expect. Some dogs are happiest sticking to familiar routes close to home, while others seem to come alive when they have time to explore somewhere new. That...
