No doubt this is a topic that's open to huge debate, but here's a round-up of the top 10 dog breeds that make most of the high-maintenance lists most of the time. While the reasons range from frequent grooming needs to high levels of energy, to soaring health costs and the need for constant attention, this is worth a read before you open up your … [Read more...]
Dogs In Popular Culture – Day 1: The Beloved Dogs Of Literature
Who hasn't read a book with a dog in it where the dog didn't make it better? You can't not root for the character with the trusty canine sidekick. Dogs have been main and supporting characters in writing for centuries. Here's a list of 9 of the most beloved dogs in literature. 1. Argos (The Odyssey) - He waited 20 years for his master to return. … [Read more...]
Hello World!
Hello there! Welcome to Life In The Dog Lane! We hope that you'll follow along as we write about life with dog. From health issues to travelling tips, and from cool toys to delicious treats to how we have the most fun with our dog, we'll be writing about it all! Got questions? We'd love to hear from you. Hope you enjoy the site and come back … [Read more...]
Why Do Dogs Tilt Their Heads?
The age old question. Dogs tilt their heads for a few different reasons: 1. All the better to hear you with, my dear! Dogs tilt their heads partially to adjust their outer ear or 'pinnae' in the direction of the sound being directed at them. 2. They're trying to pick out familiar words and cadences that they've learned to associate with specific … [Read more...]
Hi, I’m Juno
Nice to meet you! I'm the "Lab" behind "Lessons from the Lab: 26 Life Lessons You Can Learn From a Dog...A to Z". You can buy our book on Amazon, iTunes, Kobo, and Blurb. Links to purchase are all on our Book page. We also put together a book trailer and a launch video. Check out our Contact page for details on where to find us … [Read more...]