Lifestyle

The best safe and durable dog crate is the one that fits your dog and is able to withstand any escape attempts.

A dog bed for anxiety must suit your individual canine’s needs.

If your dog is uncomfortable where you walk, whether by season or terrain, dog shoes are a solid consideration.

Your dog can travel with you on most trains, but expect limits on size and the number of dogs, and he will need to remain quietly in his carrier.

There is no such thing as a dog that is truly hypoallergenic, but some dogs are less likely to trigger a hypersensitivity reaction in people with allergies. Certain grooming and house-cleaning practices can also help a dog-allergic person live with a dog.

While the studies were small, the conclusions are big: Dogs do not negatively affect human sleep.

No! Escalators can injure and even kill your dog. Thanks to the Americans With Disabilities act, an elevator alternative is usually available, and stairs are in every building with multiple floors.

If your dog is not rock-solid with strangers or crowds, leave him home – or provide him with a separate, safe space. A little bit of management goes a long way in avoiding bites, fights, and a turkey stolen from the buffet table.

When your dog’s bed needs a bath, here’s how to remove dirt, stains, and doggy odors.

Healthy, adult, heavy-coated dogs may not need them, but sweaters and other cold-weather gear can help puppies, short-haired dogs, and older dogs keep warm to thrive in winter weather.

Why the so-called “3-3-3 decompression rule” isn’t all it’s cracked up to be – and how to best help your shelter or rescue dog adjust to her new home.

Gear of the Year features the most exciting, useful products we’ve used and enjoyed over the past year.