Video: How to Help an Overweight Dog Lose Weight
Extra weight creeps up on dogs, and it's easy for an owner to miss. It also matters: excess body fat raises a dog's risk...
Dog Stress Relief: How to Help Your Dog Feel Calmer
Most dogs will experience stress or anxiety at some point, just like us. Stress occurs on a spectrum from mild through to moderate and...
DIY Dog Training: How to Train Your Dog at Home with Practical, Positive Methods
Training should be at the top of every responsible dog owner’s to-do list. Dogs deserve to be taught how to successfully navigate our human...
Caring for a Dog with Happy Tail Syndrome
This common dog tail injury occurs when dogs wag their tails and repeatedly hit things with it.
What Is the DHPP Vaccine for Dogs?
DHPP stands for distemper, canine viral hepatitis, and parvovirus (three “core” vaccines that every dog should receive), as well as parainfluenza, a “non-core” vaccine that is recommended by veterinarians based on a dog’s medical history and lifestyle). These are not the only vaccines that dogs need, however.
Are Dogs’ Mouths Cleaner than Humans?
People have been told that dogs’ mouths are cleaner than a human’s. This is a myth! Dogs’ mouths contain just as many bacteria as our own.
How Often Should You Brush Your Dog’s Teeth?
The gold standard is to brush your dog’s teeth every day, but even weekly will help.
Choosing the Best Hard Dog Crate for Your Dog
When it comes to both protecting and restraining your dog, buying a crate or kennel seems like a no-brainer. What isn’t so easy to...
OTC Pain Meds for Dogs
We hurt when our dogs hurt. And our immediate reaction is that we need to give the dog something, anything, to help, especially if...
The Most Important Things to Teach Your Dog
Ask most people what to teach a new dog first and they'll say sit, stay, and loose-leash walking. Certified dog trainer and Whole Dog...
How to Take Care of Your Dog’s Teeth
Dental disease is one of the most common problems veterinarians see in dogs, and it only gets worse when it's ignored. In this interview,...
Dog Ear Plugs: What To Know About Ear Covers and Swimming Snoods for Dogs
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Dog Dementia: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Dog dementia, also called canine cognitive dysfunction (CCD) or sundowners, is an age-related condition that can affect a dog’s memory, awareness, behavior, and daily...