Are Retractable Dog Leashes Bad?
They can be–just ask an emergency doctor or veterinarian how many retractable leash injuries they see every year.
Camping With Your Dog
Whether you’re car camping or backpacking with a tent, bringing your dog on your camping trip will impact what and how much you need to bring. Here are tips on camping with canines.
The Best Dog Shoes
All-weather shoes protect dog paws year-round, but are most appropriate for protecting paws from hot pavement. We tested six designs from five companies – Ruffwear’s Grip Trex were the best.
Visiting National Parks with Your Dog
Dogs are allowed in all U.S. National Parks, but most prohibit dogs on all or most trails. Study the rules in order to plan an enjoyable vacation for you and your dog.
The Best Dog-Walking Gear
Here are our top picks for basic dog-training and dog-walking equipment that every dog owner should have, including collars, harnesses, leashes, long lines, clickers, and treat bags.
Dog Cone Alternatives For Post Op
Options for replacing Elizabethan collars include simple DIY versions and a few comfortable commercial devices.
Time Changes Can Disturb Your Dog
How to help your dog adjust to the clocks changing due to the beginning or end of daylight saving time.
“Should I Get A Second Dog?”
Things to think about if you’ve ever wondered if you should get another dog, or how many dogs is too many.
Dog Collars vs Harnesses
Is a collar or a harness better for your dog? It mostly depends on the dog! But the quality of the gear, its design and fit, and how you introduce and use it, will influence how well it suits your dog.
Dogs Water Safety
Contrary to popular belief, not all dogs automatically know how to swim. Here’s how to teach a dog to swim – and how to improve the water safety of dogs who already swim well.
What Is a Safe Dog Crate?
The best safe and durable dog crate is the one that fits your dog and is able to withstand any escape attempts.
Do Anti-Anxiety Dog Beds Work?
A dog bed for anxiety must suit your individual canine’s needs.
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Too Old to Adopt?
I’ve had a number of older owners book lessons with me lately—more than half a dozen individuals and couples in their 70s and even 80s, all wanting some training help with their new dogs or puppies.