Category Archives: Behavior and Psychology

LAX staffs up PUPs program in wake of Las Vegas Shootings

Although the LAX PUPs (Pets Unstressing Passengers) program has been in operation for a while, they are adding shifts, knowing that at least some passengers going through their terminals will have been affected by the massacre in Las Vegas.

“Due to senseless shooting in Las Vegas, there are extra #LAXPUPs (Pets Unstressing Passengers) in terminals to comfort & visit w/ passengers,” LAX Tweeted.

Kudos to them for recognizing the healing power of dogs. You can find out more about these certified therapy dogs on the LAX website.

Until next time,
Good day, and good dog!

Tuesday Top Ten: Life Hacks for Dogs

Pug smiling with punk studded dog tagThanks to the good folks at LittleThings.com for these easy tricks to make your dog’s life a little better.

10. If your dogs eat too quickly (and possibly choke themselves), place a ball in the dish with the food to slow them down. You can use a tennis ball, and it will give them a toy to play with when they have filled their tummies! Continue reading Tuesday Top Ten: Life Hacks for Dogs