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Dog owners nationwide are concerned about a severe canine respiratory virus that doesn’t respond to traditional medications and is killing some dogs.

Shelter workers are some of the hardest working people who deal with dogs, and we are thankful for all their hard work.

There isn’t a valid one-size-fits-all recommendation for the distance or amount of time that you should walk your dog. There are factors specific to each individual dog’s health and needs that determine how often you should walk your dog

The Whole Dog Journal staff and contributors provide their top picks for the best dog gear to take care of your canine companion this year.

Supplements are a big buzzword for dog owners right now. You name the problem, and you can find a nutritional supplement for it. But...

Ataxia is a loss of balance and coordination. Your dog may stumble, seem unable to walk or know where his feet are, and may fall.

Feeding your adult dog two measured meals a day is usually best; free feeding food is probably the worst choice.

Canine influenza is one of several viruses that cause canine infectious respiratory disease complex (kennel cough). Symptoms are typically mild but can progress to pneumonia. A vaccine for canine influenza is available with no more than the typical side effects of any vaccine - lethargy, reduced appetite, and soreness at the injection site.

Dogs might cough after drinking water for many reasons, most of which are minor. In some cases, however, coughing after drinking water can indicate a serious underlying issue.

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.

Some years ago, I read a short piece by one of our long-time contributors, Barbara Dobbins, talking about dogs she knew, including one of...

Exercise is essential for dogs of all ages. It helps maintain muscle tone, a healthy weight, joint flexibility, good circulation, and overall health and happiness – but when movement causes pain, it's only natural to slow down or stay still. That creates a vicious cycle in which inactivity contributes to pain, pain reinforces inactivity, and the dog's health deteriorates.