2016 - Little Dog | Big Philly

The Little Dog’s Big Surgery

December 14, 2016 Tori 0

When I adopted Dipper in March 2015, I took him quirks and all. He was a bit weird, but I learned to love him for it. What I didn’t expect that a source of much of his weirdness was a life-threatening condition in need of major surgery.

Dipper’s Quips: Holiday Edition

December 11, 2016 Tori 0

In this very merry edition of Dipper’s Quips, Dipper answers the big questions about the holiday season. Namely, should I bring my dog to meet a mall Santa? His answer probably won’t surprise you.

A Philadelphia Dog-Lover’s Gift Guide

December 1, 2016 Tori 0

Philly is full of great gift options for the dog (and owner) in your life. We’ve compiled a list of our favorites for the holiday season.

Get to know Clint Kuban, Penn Vet grad and reality TV star

November 18, 2016 Tori 0

Clint Kuban, VMD, describes himself as a pretty private person—he loves training his dog and the wide open spaces of the outdoors. Despite this, he is one of six Penn Vet students featured on a new Animal Planet series.

Product Review: Earth Animal No-Hide Chews

November 17, 2016 Tori 0

While I don’t have any problems with rawhide, Dipper isn’t crazy about it. So why, then, would we even bother trying a rawhide substitute?

An Interview with Oliver the Love Pug

November 10, 2016 Tori 0

Meet Oliver. He’s a physically fit foodie from Philly who dresses well and has more followers on Instagram than you. He’s also a pug.

Meet Panini: Special needs puppy with a special purpose

November 1, 2016 Tori 0

One puppy wants to let everyone know that dogs can have cleft palate, too. Her name is Panini, and she is going to make a child with her same condition very happy someday.

Dipper’s Quips: Neutering and toys

October 27, 2016 Tori 0

Welcome to the second edition of Dipper’s Quips, an “advice” column from the other half of this website, the dog. Expect diatribes from Dipper about the evils of squirrels and commentary on his anti-social nature.

Dipper does the 10th Annual PAWS Mutt Strut

October 24, 2016 Tori 1

We participated in our very first Mutt Strut in support of one of Philly’s finest animal rescue organizations. With lure coursing, paw painting, and plenty of new friends, we are already waiting for next year!

Tips for a Better Veterinary ER Visit

October 4, 2016 Tori 16

You can’t plan for an emergency, but there are plenty of ways to make a visit to the veterinary emergency room much easier for you and your pet.