About Kate Curran

Kate Curran is a native Midwesterner and lives outside of Chicago. She is the proud mama of two feisty, funny, and kind kiddos who give her constant inspiration (and lots of hugs), not to mention two 4-legged kids. In between working in a corporate job and spending time with her family, Kate loves to write. Her favorite topics include the things she experiences every day – parenting both kids and dogs, saving money, and loving life!

5 Ways to Help Fido Transition From “My Dog and Me” to “My Dog and Us”

July 26, 2017 By Kate Curran 17 Comments

What happens when “my dog and me” becomes “my dog and us”? When we came across this question in one of our dog groups, we knew we had to address it. Check it out, then read on for our favorite tips on how to help your dog adjust to your new family dynamic. Hi! I've had my chi … [Read more...]

5 Fantastic Rawhide Alternatives for Teething Puppies & Aggressive Chewers

July 21, 2017 By Kate Curran 18 Comments

Looking for rawhide alternatives for teething puppies and aggressive chewers? You're not alone! Years ago, rawhide was the chewing treat of choice for many dogs. We used to “treat” our dogs to rawhide bones for their birthdays and Christmas, and they loved them! More recently, … [Read more...]

4 Natural Remedies To Soothe Your Anxious Dog

July 20, 2017 By Kate Curran 2 Comments

How do you sooth an anxious dog without resorting to medication? Anxiety in dogs is a common problem. Just like humans, each dog handles stress and anxiety differently, and some are more negatively impacted than others. One of our readers shared that her dog, Bear, is one of … [Read more...]

5 Things You Need to Know About Bully Sticks and Trachea Dog Chews

July 13, 2017 By Kate Curran 9 Comments

Thinking about getting your dog some bully sticks and trachea dog chews? Check out 5 things you need to know before buying! If you have a dog, you know they love to chew. You’ve probably worked to curb destructive chewing, and a big part of doing that is to offer preferred … [Read more...]

When is the Best Time to Spay or Neuter Your Dog?

June 28, 2017 By Kate Curran 20 Comments

Wondering when is the best time to spay or neuter your dog? If you go by the old standard for deciding, you might think that you should schedule that appointment when your dog hits the 6-month mark. While that's still a generally good rule of thumb, there are actually a lot of … [Read more...]

5 Ways to Train Your Dog to Stop Chewing Your Furniture

June 20, 2017 By Kate Curran 15 Comments

Chewing is no joke. It may be one of the single most annoying things that a dog does, and if it’s not curbed or redirected quickly, you can end up with some pretty expensive collateral damage. Keep in mind that chewing is normal, and necessary, for dogs. Puppies chew to … [Read more...]

5 Ways to Lower the Risk of Hip Dysplasia Ever Dog Parent Needs to Know

June 16, 2017 By Kate Curran 19 Comments

If you’re a dog owner, particularly of a large or giant breed dog, you have probably worried about hip dysplasia. According to PetMD.com, “hip dysplasia in dogs is a disease of the hip in which the ball and socket joint is malformed. This malformation…[results] in a joint that … [Read more...]