Happily Ever After: Two-week-old Puppy Found in a Field Finds Forever Home

There’s nothing we love more here at Modern Dog than heartwarming rescue stories, and Jack Russell-cross Juno and her owner, Hannah Willams-Roulston, have just such a story.

In November 2018, the now 1.5-year-old Jack Russell/Chihuahua/Dachshund mix was found abandoned in a field in Bakersfield, California. The tiny, two-week-old puppy was rescued along with her four siblings and mom, Chloe.

“It is believed that their mom gave birth to them in the field as she was likely dumped while pregnant,” says Hannah. “Chloe’s face was covered in scars and cuts when they found her because she had to fight off wildlife and protect her newborn babies.”

From Bakersfield, Chloe and her puppies were transferred to Rompin Paws Rescue in Arlington, Washington.

“Juno was the runt of the litter and she became very sick with kennel cough when they got to the rescue,” explains Hannah. “She was very underweight and small compared to her siblings and the person running the rescue had to bottle feed Juno, but she survived and is totally thriving!”

Hannah and her mom made the four-hour journey from Vancouver, British Columbia to Arlington, Washington to visit Rompin Paws Rescue, where they met Juno. She was four months old and weighed only three pounds. It was love at first sight. Hannah and her mom took the pup back home to Vancouver that same day.

“She is a totally sassy little girl, but she loves everyone, especially my mom and I. She loves all dogs and all humans and loves to dance. She travels all over with me,” says Hannah. Coincidentally, Juno’s brother, Duff, also found a forever home in Vancouver and the duo get to visit. A happy ending all around!

Meet Adventure Squad!

In December 2016, Jordan Kahana was cruising down the highway in Arizona on the way to the Grand Canyon when he was forced to drive off the road by two black dots. Those black dots ended up being two 8 month old puppies! Jordan took the adorable “hitchhikers” in and Adventure Squad was born!

The pups, whom he named Sedona and Zeus, instantly took to the adventure life and in 2017, Jordan decided to quit his job to travel full time with the dogs. To date, the trio has travelled together to 35 states and 12 National Parks and have visited a range of tourist hot spots such as Times Square and Yellowstone National Park (all captured in amazing images and video). They are also currently on an exciting cross country trip which as always is being documented in its entirety on their social platforms!

Whilst Jordan has to make some adjustments when travelling with the dogs such as early mornings, some limitations based on where is dog friendly and having to switch out international travel for road trips across North America, the high from new experiences and being able to travel with his awesome furry companions makes it totally worth it!

Want to join the adventure? Be sure to follow them on Instagram and YouTube!

We will also be hosting a Q&A on our Instagram page with Jordan next month so if you haven't already, head over to Modern Dog's page and hit the follow button to make sure you don't miss out!

Messy Mutts Travel Water Bottle & Bowl

Looking for unique gifts to give to your favourite dog this upcoming holiday season?

My Modern Dog, Hank Jr. recommends Messy Mutt’s new Travel Water Bottle & Bowl for quenching his thirst on-the-go!

This award winning water bottle is super easy to use and perfect for all of your walks, hikes and road trips, no matter the season.

The removable silicone bowl comes in four different colours: red, blue, green and grey and is attached to the bottled and folds down for easy portability. With just a press of the quick release button, the bowl can be opened and filled with water.

Any unused water can be tipped back into the bottle, so you can be certain that not one drop of water goes to waste and the bowl folds back up against the stainless steel bottle for easy and convenient portability.

Hank Jr. LOVES his new Messy Mutt’s Travel Water Bottle and Bowl. He prefers to drink out of a bowl, so this product gives him what he wants and we love how convenient it is to bring on our many adventures.  Hank definitely gives it his woof of approval! –KD

7 Reasons Why Dogs Need Pet Joggers

Petique incorporates beautiful design and excellent engineering in all our products. With quality bike tires and EVA foam grip for long lasting comfort, our lightweight All Terrain Pet Joggers are not only made to run smoothly, they are also made to be an overall enjoyable ride for your pets.

We all know dogs need their exercise, but there are also times when dogs can really use a pet jogger. If you own a pet jogger or have ever considered owning one, then you have an idea of how beneficial pet joggers are. Below are the seven reasons why dogs need pet joggers in their life.

Benefits of Pet Joggers

Did your dog just get groomed or you simply do not like having wet dogs in the house? Petique's All Terrain Pet Joggers come with a rain cover to protect your pets from getting wet and other harsh weather.

The concrete can get extremely hot during the summer and extremely cold during the winter. Putting your dog in the pet jogger protects your dog's paws from getting burned. The pet jogger also provides shade, protecting your dog from overheating.

Have you ever seen a dog lie down in the middle of their walk? When humans take their dogs out to exercise, some dogs get tired after a while. You can put them in pet jogger and continue exercising while they rest and enjoy the breeze.

Holding up to 60 LBS (30 kgs), Petique's All Terrain Pet Jogger can help older dogs and disabled dogs get around. Whether it's from the vet or to the park, the pet jogger is great transportation for your pets. There are two entrances on our pet joggers: the front and a large back entrance, giving your pets easy access.

A lot of places like hotels, restaurants, and stores are becoming more pet friendly. Petique's All Terrain Pet Joggers makes transportation and traveling easy. They're basically carriers on wheels!

Pet Joggers lets you easily take dogs into pet friendly restaurants. Your dog will be an obedient dog by sitting or lying nicely in their pet jogger. Everybody will be able to have an enjoyable meal!

You can easily transport your pets or litter of puppies to the vet in the safety of Petique's All Terrain Pet Jogger. Putting your pets in the pet jogger will help them feel safe and stress free.

Learn more at Petique.com 

Muttmover Backpack by Timbuk2

American Eskimo Ava loves her Muttmover Backpack! She and her mom can now come to the Modern Dog office by train, as many public areas don't allow dogs to be outside of a crate or bag. Created by Timbuk2, this modern, practical dog backpack is fantastic for travel and transport. With adjustable shoulder straps for a custom fit, the Muttmover backpack has an airmesh ventilated back panel so that your pup won't overheat in the bag! Ava just loves it. – ERM

The Items that Changed the Way We Travel with Our Dog

Dogs are a part of the family; therefore, they go where we go. Although fun, there can be challenges to traveling with your dog.

How do you make sure they don’t chew something up? Are they going to listen and stay in a designated area? Are they going to bark at inappropriate times? Where will they sleep or have quiet time?

As someone that travels often with their dog, we have used many products to simplify our adventures. We have a few essentials that come on every trip like a comfortable travel bed, collapsible dishes, and our newest must-have travel item, a portable pet pen.

We will share just a few reasons why these items have changed the way we travel.

1. Portable Pet Pen

The Portable Pet Pen from Carlson Pet Products has become an extremely useful tool in our traveling arsenal. The pen is made of 

a thick mesh and folds up to the size of a bag chair – and even comes with a carry bag.

We use it most as a quick containment option. It’s much bigger than a crate, yet small enough that it doesn’t take up the entire living space.

When staying at someone’s house or hotel, our dog can hang out in the portable pet pen. They can still feel a part of the action, but not create chaos in a place we don’t own.

The PortablePet Pen has been invaluable while camping. If you’ve been camping with your dog you understand the struggle of untangling your pup’s leash every five minutes.

The pet pen has been the perfect contained play area. They can still get the sights, smells, and fun of being outdoors with you – without wrapping themselves around the picnic table leg.

To give our dog more freedom than a crate, and to have one less thing to pack, we even have our dog sleep in the pet pen.

2. Travel Dog Bed

Our dog needs to be comfortable while traveling with us – but we also need to save on space. We have done both road trips and plane rides with our dog, both require the use of compact items.

Our first few travels we brought the standard bed from home – cumbersome and awkward to pack.

We then stumbled upon a bed that rolled up and secured via Velcro to make the travel process SO much easier. There are a few different versions and price points for this type of bed – but we highly recommend it for travel.   

3. Collapsible Bowls

Most dog owners are familiar with collapsible bowls. If you’re familiar with them, you understand the amount of space saved when traveling. Lately, we have really enjoyed an elevated dog bowl that is collapsible.

It still stores nearly flat but makes meal time much easier for our senior dog when traveling.

Portability, functionality, and size have been the key factors in our decision-making process for travel products. That is why all three of these items have become an essential part of traveling with our dog. 

Photos courtesy of: Tails of Tate, You Did What with Your Weiner, 2 Huskateers, & Ruffwear

5 Reasons You Should Take Your Dog Glamping

At Glamping with Pets, we believe that our furry friends deserve nothing but the best. It’s a pretty simple mantra (or should we say a dogma), but we ground all of our work in the idea that dogs deserve luxury just as much as their human companions. But what’s the best way to pamper our pups? Well, in our opinion, it’s to take them glamping (or glamorous camping)! Not convinced? Here are five reasons that are sure to convince you that a glamping getaway is the perfect way to show your four-legged family member that you care.

1 – Dogs need a break, too!

To go glamping is to have an adventure, to explore in a whole new way in a whole new place, away from the hustle and bustle of working life. But our pets deserve a chance to escape the confines of the city just as much as we humans do, so they can get back to nature and roam free and wild.

2 – It’s good for their health.

This is very much related to reason number one, but it’s worth reiterating. Boredom is the most common detriment to a dog’s mental health and wellbeing, from a lack of either mental or physical stimulation. Getting out and exploring together with your pup is a great way to bond, and also to expose your furry friend to a new and stimulating environment for activity.

3 – To get you moving.

We’ve all experienced the scenario of arriving at your vacation destination, tired after a long journey, only to sit down on the couch and turn on the T.V. or check Instagram.Finding motivation to get outside and discover the secrets of your secluded glamping spot will never be hard when you have your eager travel companion with you. Our furry friends are a great way to help us get the most out of our travel.

4 – To stop you worrying.

Let’s face it; going on vacation is never as stress-free as we’d like it to be, especially when we’re constantly worrying about the pet we’ve left at home. Sure, there are kennel camps and dog-sitters, but nothing beats the comfort of having your canine companion by your side, where they belong.

5 – To see the world through their eyes.

Going glamping with your dog allows you to make the most out of every moment, thanks to the way our pups make us see the world. When you walk, hike, run, or just plain sit back and gape at nature with your dog, you get to see the world as they do, where every new sight and scent is a world in and of themselves, and where every new piece of nature is an opportunity for discovery and adventure.

So, next time you think of going glamping, why not go Glamping with Pets?

Send Your Dog a Mental Postcard

Our relationships with our dogs run very deep. Our dogs are always watching us and are affected by our moods and fears, more than many of us realize. As an Animal Communicator, I help resolve all kinds of problems, but separation anxiety, particularly surrounding vacations, is one of my favourite subjects to talk about with dogs.

When we leave them to go on vacation or away on business they truly miss us, as we do them, but they don’t need to suffer while we’re away. We can ease the separation by sending them something I call “mental post cards.” Mental postcards are simply a projection of positive energy that we can send to any living being, two legged or four.

Many people tell me that they hide their suitcases until the morning of their trip and then produce them right before they leave. This can be very stressful for your dog. Nobody likes these kinds of surprises; there is no time for transition. You need to prepare your dogs for your departure. I have helped many people with all of their different species of family members to find peace when separate, whether it is simply going to work or taking a much needed vacation.

It is easy. Once you deal with your own separation anxiety it’s easier to deal with your four-legged friend’s anxiety. Anxiety is contagious; if we are worried we pass it right back to our furry families. You can really help your dogs out by telling them a couple weeks before you leave on your trip.

I travel a lot with my business. My suitcase comes out well before I start to pack. When Lilly, my sweet Pit Bull rescue, sees it, she knows that I will be leaving and she gets used to the idea. Every day before I leave, I tell her that I always come home. There are also lots of training techniques you can use to help with separation stress. If your dog has separation anxiety it would be great for him or her to learn basic obedience that will
help your dog to become more self-assured. I would suggest working with a professional to help ease your pet’s suffering. I speak with animals all over the country and it is very gratifying to hear how well the dogs get along without us while we get the vacations we deserve.

Being prepared takes the fear away from traveling. If you will be boarding your dog at a kennel for the first time, ask your friends for referrals then take your dog for a visit. If you get strong feelings that he or she doesn’t like a particular kennel, try a couple more and choose the one that gives you the best vibes.

If the caregivers don’t express special interest in your dog, keep looking. If it is dirty or the dogs look miserable and stressed, keep looking! Making your dog a part of the decision of where he will be staying will make him feel better and more comfortable. Trust your intuition! Everyone is an animal communicator if we slow down and listen. I can’t tell you how many times I hear, “I knew she was going to say that” when I share what a dog has told me.

I have lots of clients whose dogs’ view a stay at a boarding facility like camp. The dogs know where they are going and their guardians have made sure that all their needs are taken care of before they leave. It is your job to make sure your precious dog is not going to Camp Run Amok.

If your dog is a new rescue who would feel more secure at home, I suggest you find someone to stay at your house. The dog walking and home pet sitting business is becoming a big business and can be a great alternative to boarding. If this isn’t a possibility look for a kennel or boarding facility that has a homey feel. There are puppy palaces opening up all over North America and they offer bedrooms, some with televisions. They offer play groups and many levels of care. Make sure you bring a few of your dog’s favourite things that are replaceable. I also recommend a t-shirt that you have worn. It will have your scent and will help to calm your dog. [We like Geraldine the Giraffe Cozy Buddy from Oscar Newman (oscarnewman.com). You can stuff it with one of your worn t-shirts so it carries your scent !—Ed.]

Once you find the perfect situation for your loved one and you’re ready to get on the plane, train or automobile, you can start sending Mental Postcards. They are easy to send and will keep you connected with your pets. Mental postcards are a projection of your positive thoughts. A postcard can also be in the form of a prayer, a meditation or just a kind thought. Studies performed in hospitals have shown that people who are prayed for heal more quickly and with fewer complications than those who are not. Imagery work is very powerful, and all you need is love.

Here’s how to do it: I usually send Mental Postcards when I wake up in the morning. I often send them after meditation. My mind is able to focus and my connection is sharper after a short meditation. I suggest that you close your eyes and take a few deep breaths, then tune into your dog. Start out by thinking about what he might be doing. Is he outside? Is he eating? What is he thinking? Then, begin thinking about simply sending your love in the form of mental pictures. “Hey Rex I’m going to the beach and I’m having a really great time. I’ll be home in a couple days and I’m really happy.” Happiness is contagious; when we are happy so are our dogs!

For another example, think of some experience that you have shared—it can be a memory of a tender moment with your dog, whether curled up on the couch, hiking up a mountain or playing ball. See her face and surround her with a glowing red heart. I often see a line that connects my heart with my sweet Lilly’s. It is always there keeping us connected, heart to heart.

There is no right or wrong way to do this—just keep playing with images that connect you with your dogs, cats, and horses. We can connect anytime we travel away from them. Lilly gets excited 10 minutes before my husband comes home from work. She senses his imminent arrival regardless of his schedule. If I think about taking her for a walk, every time I go to the door she will run for her leash.

Animals are much more intuitive than we are and they are teaching us how to listen with an open heart. Anyone can send Mental Postcards. Sending positive thoughts to your dog helps to soothe nervousness and fear about whether you’ll return. I have had so much success with this simple technique and I know that you will too!

For a guide to finding the right boarding facility go to: moderndogmagazine.com/boardingtips

Homeward Bound: Moving With Your Pet

Moving to a new area can be a stressful ordeal for all involved, especially your pets. The chaos of packing, moving furniture and the strangeness of a new area can leave your cat or dog spinning. However, with a little advance planning, patience, and affection you can help your pet quickly adjust to their new neighborhood.

“Before you move make sure that your pet is current on their immunizations and that you have any health statements or documentation, like your pet’s rabies certificate, that may be required in your new area,” said Stacy Eckman, lecturer at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (CVM). “Also, it’s important to start preparing early since interstate moving requires an interstate health certificate which is issued within ten days of travel, and moving abroad means your pet will need an international health certificate which takes around thirty days to facilitate.”

When it comes time to actually start the move, making sure your pet is safe and comfortable is essential. Pets will often get nervous when the packing starts so it is vital to try and alleviate this anxiety by sticking to a normal routine with your pet by having regular play times, walks, meals, etc.

“While you’re traveling it’s crucial that your pet be in a carrier if at all possible to ensure the safety of the pet as well as the car’s occupants,” said Eckman. “You should also make sure to factor in rest stops for the pet that include snack and water breaks. For these rest stops make sure to have a reliable collar or harness to keep the pet safe and from running away.”

When traveling by plane, it is important to remember that many pets do well once they are actually on the plane and settled. The FFA prefers that pets not be heavily sedated during flights, especially those that are flying cargo, due to safety concerns. If you are concerned about your pet, your veterinarian can help you develop strategies to aid your pet’s anxiety of flying. Often these will need to be tested at home before traveling in case the pet has adverse reactions, so you will need to allow time for this.

“When you finally arrive at your new home, it is important to make sure that the area is safe and secure for your pet,” said Eckman. “Look for items that may have been left over from previous tenants, like traps, chemicals, or tools, and make sure that the home’s perimeter is secure. You should then let your pet get used to their new home and surroundings, and try to get back into a normal routine with them as quickly as possible.”