By early fall, the window of opportunity would finally be open. And for young physicians Liz Lees and Tyler Kaplan, the timing was incredibly important. So much so that they began their search in January, as to all but ensure they would be able to welcome a puppy into their Rochester, Minnesota home by September, when the midwestern air would still be warm while the leaves began their transformation into autumn radiance…

As the holiday season approaches, so too returns the familiar joy of finding the perfect gifts for our friends and family. We take a lot into consideration when picking out just the right thing for someone– their tastes and interests, their personality and lifestyle– and the same level of thoughtfulness should also apply when deciding whether or not to give someone a puppy as a holiday gift…

When it comes time to get a puppy, you might find it tempting to turn to social media or pop culture to decide which breed is best for you. Through the lens of Instagram, dogs like Pembroke Welsh corgis seem overwhelmingly cute, lazy, gentle, or generally easy. Whether a corgi is happily peeking out of a backpack or toddling around on stumpy legs, falling in love with this goofy breed is inevitable. But like all dogs, corgis are complex…

The dog of your dreams could be waiting for you just down the street, at your local rescue or shelter, or sometimes, you and the dog of your dreams are just a “responsible breeder near me” web search apart. And sometimes, that dog was born hundreds of miles away, unaware that they will soon begin an epic voyage across states and time zones to make it to you and their new home…

At first glance, the ecosystem of the dog-adoption world can seem simple. But below the surface, a network of different forces are at work to result in a puppy finding the perfect home. Tucked into the bustle of it all, right there at an early, crucial part of the action, are some of the unsung heroes of the dog-adoption process: flight nannies…

The early days of raising a puppy are full of unexpected transformations. Puppies go from wee babies to rambunctious, goofy teenagers clambering around with their too-big paws in a matter of a few weeks. This blink-and-you’ll-miss-it stage is ripe with opportunities for early socialization and house training and is also likely the time when your camera roll will fill right up with adorable snapshots of your growing pup…