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Thanksgiving is all about family, gratitude, and incredible food

Naturally, our dogs and cats want in on the feast. But between the rich dishes and the chaos of guests, it’s a prime day for vet emergencies. Here’s how to keep the holiday safe and fun for your pets: Keep classic hazards off the menu Our holiday favorites can be bad news for animals. Avoid giving them turkey skin, gravy, and bones, which cause severe digestive issues or choking. Stuffing usually contains onions or garlic—both toxic. Skip grapes, raisins, chocolate, and sugar-free desserts (which might have deadly xylitol). Even raw yeast dough can cause dangerous bloating. Don't forget the trash can. Bag up turkey carcasses and food wrappers, and take them outside immediately. What they can actually enjoy If you want to share, clear it with your vet first. A small bite of plain, unseasoned, boneless turkey breast is usually fine. Plain green beans or a dab of 100% plain canned pumpkin (not pie filling!) are also safe bets. Keep portions small to avoid upset stomachs. Watch the decorations If you have cats, keep lilies out of floral arrangements entirely—even a little pollen can cause severe kidney failure. Be careful with lit candles, ribbons, and decorative gourds that pets might chew on. Manage the chaos A house full of guests can overwhelm even friendly pets. Give them a quiet room with water, their bed, and a favorite toy. Keep an eye on the door so nobody slips out, and firmly tell your guests not to sneak food under the table. Stick to their routine Try to keep feeding times, walks, and any daily supplements on schedule. A familiar routine goes a long way in keeping them calm. Be prepared Just in case, stick your vet's number, an emergency clinic, and Animal Poison Control on the fridge. If your pet acts strange, vomits, or seems in pain, don't wait to see what happens—call for help right away.

If you walk a dog in LA long enough, it will happen to you. You turn a corner and there is a dog with no person. No leash, maybe a collar, looking lost. First thing: do not chase it. A scared dog runs, and a running dog in LA traffic is the worst version of this story. Crouch down, turn a little sideways, talk soft. If you have treats, great. If not, just wait. Most lost dogs want help, they are just not sure about you yet. If the dog has a tag, call the number right there. A lot of the time that is the whole story. No tag? The next stop is any vet, and it costs nothing. They will scan for a microchip in about thirty seconds. Petco, PetSmart, and any LA shelter do it too. That little chip is how a lot of lost dogs get home, but only if someone thinks to check it. While you are at it, take a photo. Just a clear shot of the face and the whole dog, plus where you found them. Post it on Nextdoor and the local dog groups, and on Ring Neighbors if you have it. Say where and when, and what the dog looks like. Leave the collar color out of the post, so the real owner can prove it is their dog. If you can keep the dog for a night, do. A garage, a bathroom, a crate, whatever you have. Food, water, a blanket. Call LA Animal Services in the morning and file a found report. Not everyone is on Nextdoor. Somebody's grandma is just calling the shelter. If you cannot keep them, take them to the nearest shelter or call Animal Services. That is still a hundred times better than leaving them on the street. We put found-dog posts up on dogangeles.com too, in the Lost & Found section. The faster the right person sees it, the faster the dog gets home. Most of these stories end well. A dog gets out, someone decent stops, a chip gets scanned or a photo gets shared, and by dinner the dog is back on its couch. That someone decent might as well be you.

10 Signs Your Dog Is a True Los Angeles Dog He has a regular coffee order. A puppuccino, obviously. She's been to more beaches than most tourists — and she has a favorite one. His diet is cleaner than yours: salmon, sweet potato, and something with turmeric in it. Her social calendar is fuller than yours: playdates, birthday parties, a costume contest. Yours is the couch. He owns a raincoat. For the three days a year it actually rains. She's not afraid of coyotes. She has opinions about coyotes. He has headshots. Plural. From different photographers. Her followers recognize HER on the street. You're just the human holding the leash. He's done yoga. Yes, doga is a thing. Yes, he was better at it than you. Strangers greet your dog by name — and you have no idea who they are. How many did your dog check off? Drop the score in the comments and if you got 8 or more, your dog officially runs this city. Add them to DogAngeles and let LA meet its boss

Meet Our Little Dachshund!! This adorable 4-year-old Dachshund is a happy, playful, and loving little companion. He loves playing, exploring, and spending time with his favorite people. But when playtime is over, his favorite place in the world is a cozy couch where he can curl up and take a long, peaceful nap. With his sweet eyes, floppy ears, and big personality, he knows how to steal hearts wherever he goes. He’s curious, affectionate, and always ready for a little adventure — as long as there’s time to relax afterward! His perfect day? Play, cuddles, tasty treats, and a cozy spot on the couch. He’s proof that the best things in life come in small packages.

LA Shelters Are Overflowing in 2026. Here's How You Can Help

f you're part of LA's dog community, you've probably seen the urgent posts: shelters are full, foster homes are needed, and dogs are running out of time. According to city data reported in August 2026, LA Animal Services euthanized 2,172 cats, kittens, and dogs in the first five months of 2026 — 33% more than in the same period last year. So how can we help? 1. Foster a dog. Even a weekend in a temporary home frees up shelter space and helps a dog find a permanent family. 2. Rehome responsibly. If you can't keep your dog, try finding a new family before surrendering them to a shelter. DogAngeles helps connect owners with potential adopters. 3. Adopt and share. Can't adopt? Share a shelter dog's profile. One post can help save a life. 4. Spay and neuter. Help prevent unwanted litters. Low-cost clinics and voucher programs are available across LA County. 5. Support local rescuers. Volunteer, donate, walk a shelter dog, or help at an adoption event. Every bit counts. No one can solve this crisis alone. But every foster, adoption, and shared post gives a dog another chance. Have a dog who needs a home, or room for one more? Join the community at dogangeles.com. David, DogAngeles

How Much Do Dog Trainers Make in California? California employs more animal trainers than any other state — about 2,500 (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics). The average employed trainer earns $46,210 a year (~$22/hour), and in the Los Angeles metro it's ~$50,000. The spread is wide: the bottom 10% make ~$36,500, the top 10% clear $84,000. What clients pay in LA: • Private lessons: $75–$250/hour • Group classes: $150–$300 per 6-week course • Behavior work (reactivity, aggression): $100–$200/session • Board & train: $1,000–$2,500/week — full programs $2,500–$6,000+ 5 things the numbers tell us: A salary and a business are different jobs. Employees earn ~$46K; independent trainers with a full calendar gross $50K–$120K — they own the client relationship. Board & train is where the money is. One dog in a 3-week program ($3,750–$5,950) can out-earn a month of private lessons. Your ceiling is your calendar. At $100/session, a busy trainer sustains ~12 sessions a week after travel and admin — about $57K a year. Packages and classes break that ceiling. Specialization pays. Behavior and service-dog work charges premium rates — and has waiting lists. California is the best US market: the most dogs, the highest rates, year-round training weather. No state license needed — certifications like CPDT-KA justify top prices. The ladder: employee → solo trainer → package seller → board & train specialist → multi-trainer owner ($90K–$130K+). Those who climb fastest aren't always the best with dogs — they're the best at being found by owners. Trainers: claim your free page at dogangeles.com/for-business