For a Happy Dog, Think Positive

September 13, 2023

Sponsored Content. “If you want a well-trained dog, you have to think like a dog. Unwanted behaviors, like excessive barking, leash-pulling or separation anxiety, are perfectly normal from a dog’s […]

The Dog Days of Summer: Dogs of Georgetown

August 16, 2023

We asked readers to send us their best photos of their dogs. We got some great ones back, and even included some of our staff dogs too! Hugo & Prudence  […]

Jackie’s Digs & Dogs 


Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis “was a wonderful colleague at Doubleday, where I landed an editorial job after grad school,” said Howard Kaplan, a friend of The Georgetowner and a former co-worker […]

Beyond Sit and Stay: The Secret to Dog Training is Teamwork    

August 7, 2023

Sponsored Content “Dogs communicate through their emotions. It’s our job to interpret what they’re feeling and what it means. Are they anxious, excited, happy or scared?” asks Stefanie Duval, owner […]

ALX Dog Walk

February 9, 2023

The DMV’s biggest dog walk fundraiser happening Saturday, April 29, 2023, 8 am – 11 am in Old Town Alexandria! Join NBC Washington’s, Chuck Bell, and TV celebrity, Monte Durham, […]

What Dogs Can Teach Us on National Dog Day

August 25, 2022

How fitting that National Dog Day is tomorrow, Aug. 26, perfectly settled into the lazy, hazy dog days of summer. We’re all enjoying the last bit of relaxing sunshine before […]

Georgetown’s Go-To Veterinarian Hopes to Stay   

June 15, 2022

As Queen Elizabeth II celebrates 70 years on Britain’s throne, Dr. Lee Morgan marks his own 20th anniversary at the helm of Georgetown Veterinary Hospital at 2916 M St. NW. Georgetowners […]

Mapping Georgetown: Rose Park Spurs Golden Doodle Acquisition

April 25, 2022

This special place packs a punch. Rose Park at 2459 P St. NW always delights its visitors and enlivens its Georgetown neighborhood. Farmers markets, art events, seasonal celebrations, tennis and […]

Monument Honoring Military Dogs and Their Handlers Unveiled at Navy Memorial (photos)

November 14, 2021

A larger than life sculpture honoring all the men and women of the sea services, past present and future, and all military working dog teams, was unveiled on Veterans Day, […]

Spooky Pooch Howl-o-Ween Celebration

August 13, 2021

Saturday, October 23, 2021, 3-5 p.m. Hightail it to Hillwood with your four-legged friend for some Halloween fun! Explore the gardens and participate in the annual costume competition. www.HillwoodMuseum.org  4155 […]