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Carla Sparks

Carla Sparks

Carla Sparks is a professional writer and editor who specializes in humor, cultural criticism, finding amazing things for you to buy, and all things dog-related. She's owned by two rescue Chihuahua mixes.

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Chihuahuas are so precious and lovable, it’s no wonder they also create the cutest hybrids…

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Have you ever ordered a drink just because of the name? It’s hard to resist,…

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From pupcakes to doggie decor, here are our favorite ideas for throwing your pup a…

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16 Things Everyone Gets Totally Wrong About Dog Clothes

Dressing a dog in clothes is fun, often hilarious, and always cute. But if you…

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All About Miniature Dog Breeds: Are They Just a Smaller Version of the Big Dogs?

Since the dawn of puppies, the smaller the dog, the larger the squee. We can…

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Why Does My Dog’s Ear Have a Pocket?

Dog ears are the best, and while swirling or petting them you may have noticed…

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Which Dog Breed Was Most Popular the Year You Were Born?

Dogs have been beloved as companions and working animals for centuries, but the most popular…

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Yes, These Things Are Made Out of Dog Hair

A lot of us wear dog hair unintentionally, stuck to every top, pair of pants,…

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Meet Paul Anka the Dog, Back for the Gilmore Girls Revival

By now you’ve probably heard that Gilmore Girls is returning for a four-episode revival on…

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Six Reasons Chihuahuas are the Absolute Best

The Chihuahuas is one of America's favorite dog breeds. See why owners love these tiny…

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10 Reasons One Dog Is Not Enough

I felt a lot of anxiety about getting a second dog, whether or not it…

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12 Things Only Small Dog Owners Understand

Awww, little dogs! If you own one (or more, see #7), you know they’re pint-sized…

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