Perhaps no other dog has so much confusion as to what “breed” it is, than the Belgian shepherd. Dr. B untangles the issue and asks readers to identify her own service dog (a long-haired German shepherd) versus one of the Belgian shepherds. Can you do it?

Best Halloween Costumes for Dogs
Halloween: Ooooo, time for ghosts and goblins. It’s also the time when many of us dress our dog(s) in all kinds of creative outfits. Here’s some pics of the best we’ve found along with invaluable tips from Consumer Reports to keep Fido safe during this “scary” time of year.

How Many Dogs Does It Take to Change a Lightbulb?
Each dog breed has his or her own special qualities. Here’s a reminder. (Prepare to LOL!)

How to Teach Your Dog to Maintain Etiquette in Unfamiliar Situations
Even the best behaved dog can become nervous, excitable or reactive in a new situation. Bernie the Boxer, that erudite canine composer, has some practical advice for we dog guardians to help our beloved pooch maintain his/her best self, even in novel or difficult situations.

Why Service Dogs are Not Certified (in the USA) – Part II
When the Department of Justice wrote the regulations for service dogs, organizations that provide the dogs and members of the disability community both asked that the government not regulate the animals’ training. This article explains why they objected to certification. So, how can you tell if it’s a real service dog versus someone’s pet? This […]

Why Service Dogs are Not Certified (in the USA) – Part I
Do service dogs need to be certified? Why or why not? We clear up the confusion here at MyMagicDog.

Everything you need to know about Greyhounds
With the (happy) decline in the so-called sports which use animals to entertain us, more and more people are discovering the wonderful attributes of the Greyhound. In this article, Tom Clarke, from Greyhounds As Pets in Australia, provides a delightful infographic to explain the value of a Greyhound, its history and care. Much of what […]

Important Yard And Garden Safety For Service Dogs
With the advent of spring, our dogs will enjoy the yard and garden just as we do. In spite of the beautiful weather, however, Jenny Holt provides some important safety tips we dog lovers must keep in mind.

Tightening the Leash on Fake Service Dogs
Having a service dog is a privilege, but it comes with the not so great benefit of a disability serious enough to warrant the need for such a dog. Unfortunately, like those who use a handicap sign for parking when they are perfectly able to walk, more and more people are claiming their precious pooch […]

How NOT to greet a service dog.
What is the correct way to greet a service dog — or any dog for that matter. Here are the “dos & don’ts.”
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