Our Expert: Kim Campbell Thornton
The Return of the Bankhar: An Ancient Mongolian Herding Dog Gets a Second Chance
By Kim Campbell Thornton | August 9, 2016As far as the eye can see, flocks of goats, sheep and other livestock dot the vast steppes and deserts of Mongolia, a country twice the size of Texas. With 75 percent of its land serving as pasture,…View Full Post ›
Seeing Double — 14 Look-Alike Dog Breeds (Can You Tell Them Apart?)
By Kim Campbell Thornton | August 5, 2016Have you ever mistaken a Whippet for an Italian Greyhound? Confused a Maltese for a Coton de Tulear? You're not alone! Here are 14 dog breeds that are often mistaken for one another and how to tell…View Full Post ›
8 Dog Breeds Who Typically Love Boating
By Kim Campbell Thornton | July 13, 2016In summertime, the best place to chill is often on the water. And who better to chill with than your dog? Whether you have a sailboat, speedboat, electric boat, kayak or canoe, there’s a perfect…View Full Post ›
8 Small Dog Breeds You've Probably Never Heard Of
By Kim Campbell Thornton | July 5, 2016We’re all familiar with Toy and Miniature Poodles, Pugs, Lhasa Apsos, Shih Tzus, Yorkshire Terriers and Chihuahuas. They’re the little dogs who often have big brains, big hearts and big attitudes.…View Full Post ›
The Survival Guide to Traveling Cross-Country With Your Cats
By Kim Campbell Thornton | March 15, 2016When we got our first two kittens, it never occurred to us that they might not enjoy going for car rides. We taught them to ride in a car by taking them to drive-through restaurants or to the…View Full Post ›
Life in the Ring: What It's Like to Be a Professional Dog Handler
By Kim Campbell Thornton | November 12, 2015When Laura Reeves, of Grants Pass, Oregon, discovered after college that the 9-to-5 life of corporate America wasn’t for her, she went to the dogs — in a good way: Reeves traded in her office job…View Full Post ›
It's Complicated: Life With a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
By Kim Campbell Thornton | October 21, 2015I write about dogs for a living, and if there’s one thing I know, it’s that there’s no such thing as the perfect dog. But in my mind, the Cavalier comes close. I’ve loved Cavaliers ever since we…View Full Post ›
8 Tips to Help Manage Dog Shedding Season
By Kim Campbell Thornton | October 20, 2015Some dogs shed lightly or moderately year-round, and their people might think they have it bad. But you don’t know how good you’ve got it until you experience life with a double-coated breed that…View Full Post ›
10 Ways to Simplify Your Pet Care Routine
By Kim Campbell Thornton | October 8, 2015You love your pets, and you’ll do anything for them, right? But while you're going the extra mile for them, there’s nothing wrong with making life a little easier on yourself. These tips, tricks…View Full Post ›
Urine Trouble: Tips for Sharing a House With a Pet Who Pees Too Much
By Kim Campbell Thornton | October 1, 2015There are many joys to living with an old dog, but there are also certain potential difficulties. Some of those challenges include sharing your home with dogs who have difficulty urinating…View Full Post ›
Why a Pedigree Cat Might Be Right for You
By Kim Campbell Thornton | September 30, 2015When Dr. Sarah Miller's family decided to get a cat, the choice was obvious: two Maine Coon kittens. As a veterinary cardiologist, Dr. Miller had seen many Maine Coons in her practice, and she…View Full Post ›
The 7 Goofiest Cat Breeds
By Kim Campbell Thornton | August 13, 2015When we think of goofy pets, cats don’t typically spring to mind, but maybe that’s because they use mind control to keep us from remembering their antics. But despite their best hypnotic efforts,…View Full Post ›
