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Everyone loves a floofy dog, but getting the dog hair out of a car can be a challenge.

How to Get Dog Hair Out of the Car

I have floofy dogs, so I learned to remove dog hair from my car. I also became a fan of preventatives. For example, if...
The best reflective dog collars help you and others see and locate your dog in twilight and dark nights.

The 5 Best Reflective Dog Collars

Whether you’re camping with your dog, or just want to keep them visible on late-night potty walks, a reflective dog collar is a must-have for your dog’s safety.

Reflective collars keep your dog visible to you, cars, bikes, other people, and other dogs. Dogs who wear reflective collars are easier to see both on leash and off leash, thereby reducing accidents.

Dog essentials are the gear and products that make your dog's training and life easier and more complete.

Essentials for Your Dog

What comes to mind when you think of things you need for your dog? (Not necessarily things you want: much as I might like a diamond-encrusted collar or a $1,000 plush dog bed for Frankie, they’re not really necessities. Not in my world, anyway.) When it comes right down to it, pretty much everyone has a different idea of what items are considered essential for a dog.
Going camping with your dog can be a fun time for you both especially with the best dog camping gear.

The Best Dog Camping Gear

Dogs and the outdoors go hand-in-hand. Whether you love hiking mountain peaks or just lounging at basecamp, dogs make great outdoor adventuring companions. Beyond...
The fable dog bed is one of the best washable dog beds that fits in a crate.

The 5 Best Washable Dog Beds

If your dog spends a lot of time snoozing in their bed, a washable dog bed will last much longer (and stay much cleaner) than one that can’t be easily cleaned. Whether you have a dog who sheds, drools, or likes to chew bones in her bed, a washable dog bed makes cleanup easy for pet parents.

We tested 5 popular dog beds with washable covers at a variety of different price points to find the ones that are worth the money and will hold up to your dog’s daily sleeping routine.

Toys and games are just one of many dog enrichment ideas that can keep a dog engaged and active.

5 Dog Enrichment Ideas to Keep Your Pup Entertained

Dog enrichment activities cater to your dog’s natural instincts to sniff, chew, forage, and more.
The best remote dog treat dispenser can play an important role in dog training.

The Best Remote Dog Treat Dispensers and How To Use Them

Remote dog treat dispenser can reward a dog even when you can’t (or don’t want to be) directly next to them. Remote rewarding can be useful to teach a wide variety of behaviors where the handler isn’t physically close to the dog, from driving forward in dog agility to building duration sit and down stays at a distance, to helping with door manners.
There are a variety of treat pouches available to dog owners. Which is the best dog treat pouch depends on whether you're hiking, walking, or training.

The 5 Best Dog Treat Pouches for Training, Hiking, and Dog Walks

Whether you have a nervous pup who needs lots of counter-conditioning or you just want to keep your dog’s recall sharp, carrying treats with you in a dog treat pouch is vital. You never know when a training opportunity will arise, and one of the best ways to positively reinforce your dog is with a tasty snack. We tested five popular options and came up with the best dog treat pouches and bags for hiking, training, and more. Read on for how we tested and our top picks:
A dog water bottle helps keep your hiking buddy hydrated and healthy on long hikes.

Best Dog Water Bottles for Hikes

You need to stay hydrated while hiking, and so does your dog! Giving your dog plenty of water while hitting the trails will ensure they stay cool and avoid heatstroke, especially in the hot summer months. That’s where portable dog water bottles come in. A dedicated dog water bottle will make it easy to carry your pup’s water and make it easier to offer them a drink more frequently.
The best dog water fountains can help ensure your dogs is continually well hydrated.

Water Fountains for Dogs

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Pet water fountains offer a steady supply of fresh water and encourage drinking by attracting a dog’s attention with their sights and sounds. Some fountains filter impurities, and constantly circulating water maintains a cool temperature, which dogs enjoy. Fountains are convenient for dog owners, too, because they don’t require the frequent refilling that water bowls do.
Urine stains can be a challenge to remove from carpet without the appropriate cleaners.

How to Get Dog Urine Smell Out of a Carpet

Canine urine combines ammonia, bacteria, hormones, and uric acid. As it breaks down, urine’s ammonia becomes more concentrated and releases mercaptan, a putrid-smelling gas. This is why it can be difficult to completely get dog urine smell out of carp
Bully stick holders prevent dogs from swallowing the last few inches of a bully stick.

Bully-Stick Holders Reviewed

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There are two types of bully stick holder types: a vice type that clamps the bully stick in place, and a friction type that uses a rubbery material.