dog care

We cover everything you need to master your day-to-day, from grooming tips to obedience training to brushing your doggo's teeth.

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hands of owner smearing ointment to the paw of dog, closeup

canine health problems

How to soothe your dog’s cracked paws

5 min read

A guide to paw pad hyperkeratosis

can my pet have this

The deal with paw hyperkeratosis

6 min read

Dog receives a blueberry facial

dog parent must-knows

Got tear stains? Try a blueberry facial

4 min read

dog hot spot

dog parent must-knows

Coconut oil for hot spots?

7 min read

dog paws

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The best all-natural paw balms

26 min read

a patch of atopic dermatitis on a dog

canine health problems

Found crusty scabs on your dog?

9 min read

dog chewing paw and nails

canine health problems

Dog won't stop chewing nails

10 min read

Snout Soother for the win: This vegan canine nose balm works wonders

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Snout Soother for the win

4 min read

Small dog getting a flea bath

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Our favorite flea shampoos for dogs in 2021

6 min read

Pomeranian getting sprayed with apple cider vinegar to help soothe its skin

essential tips

A guide to apple cider vinegar for dogs

4 min read

chihuahua dog tear stains

essential tips

How to clean your dog’s tear stains

4 min read

canine health problems

How to treat dandruff in dogs: DIY techniques and tips

6 min read

dog bathing

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The 5 best shampoos for dog dandruff, according to vets

7 min read

dog parent must-knows

How to remove skunk smell from your dog

6 min read

Dry and peeling dog paws

dog parent must-knows

Dog paw pad peeling: Causes & treatment

5 min read

Dog with a cut and bandaged paw

dog parent must-knows

How to treat cuts on your dog’s paws

7 min read

dog paw blisters

dog parent must-knows

Guide to treating blisters on your dog’s paws, according to a vet

5 min read

Dog having a bath with shampoo on fur

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The best shampoo for your dog’s dry and itchy skin, according to a vet

7 min read

Dog with a runny nose

canine health problems

How to treat your dog’s runny nose

9 min read

Sunburned dog nose

savvy shopping

The 6 best nose balms for dogs

7 min read

Black terrier on a sofa

dog parent basics

How to make your dog’s coat shiny

5 min read

Cleaning dog ear with cotton ball

dog parent must-knows

How to clean your dog’s ears, a step-by-step guide

6 min read

Dog foot nail

dog parent must-knows

How to treat your dog’s broken nail

5 min read

dog pee pad

dog parent basics

A guide to housetraining your puppy

13 min read

dog in a crate

dog parent basics

How to crate train your dog

5 min read

ancient dogs

behavior and training

Understanding the canine-human bond

7 min read

Dog owner comforting her dog who has separation anxiety

behavior and training

How to ease your dog’s separation anxiety

8 min read

Anxious pomeranian with big eyes

essential tips

11 ways to calm your anxious dog

7 min read

homemade dog toothpaste

fun for dog parents

Super fresh homemade dog toothpaste

5 min read

brushing dog teeth

dog parent basics

Here's how to brush doggie teeth

8 min read

dog gum disease

canine health problems

Dog gum disease, explained

4 min read

reacting to bad dog breath

dog parent basics

How to fix your dog’s bad breath

4 min read

dog smiling

savvy shopping

The best dental water additives for dogs

6 min read

dog toothpaste

savvy shopping

The 8 best toothpastes for dogs in 2021

6 min read

puppy vaccine

dog parent basics

A guide to puppy vaccinations

7 min read

puppy pulling leash

dog parent basics

Your puppy's first visit with the vet

5 min read

lady with lots of dogs

dog parent basics

The cost of a dog, from adoption to emergencies

6 min read

dog at the vet

dog parent basics

How much does a vet visit cost?

9 min read

dog parent basics

How often should you take your dog to the vet?

7 min read

essential tips

The cost of common dog and cat emergencies

13 min read

dog itching

dog parent basics

How to treat bug bites on your dog

9 min read

black fly bites on a dog stomach

healthy canine living

The deal with black fly bites on dogs

5 min read

dog parent must-knows

How to identify and remove ticks on dogs in 6 steps

5 min read

Beagle with demodicosis, red mange

canine health problems

A guide to demodectic mange in dogs

4 min read

Beagle scratching fleas

dog parent must-knows

A complete guide to flea allergy dermatitis (FAD) in dogs

6 min read

Small yellow dog laying down in bed and biting his back

canine health problems

Eczema in dogs (canine dermatitis)

6 min read

People hiking with a dog

Pet Safety

How to care for your pet during the winter

9 min read

pit bull scratching

canine health problems

How to care for your pit bull with allergies

5 min read

Dog wheezing in hot summer heat weather

healthy canine living

Wheezing in dogs

6 min read

Golden retriever dog scratching

essential tips

Can dog's get poison ivy?

5 min read

dog parent basics

5 common puppy illnesses to watch for

5 min read

Welsh corgi pembroke sick dog receiving a medifaction in a pill, lookng to the camera. hand with a pill and a dog. owner giving a pill to a dog.

dogs and meds

Zyrtec (Cetirizine) for dogs

4 min read

dog scratching fleas

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The best flea treatments for dogs, according to vets

7 min read

dog in a crate

dog parent basics

How to crate train your dog

5 min read

a girl hugging a dog

dog parent basics

A guide to basic pet first aid

10 min read

dog reunited with owner

dog parent basics

Microchipping your dog, explained

3 min read

a sad dog

dogs and meds

A guide to milk of magnesia for dogs

4 min read

two view of two french bulldog dogs butts outdoors

dog parent basics

How to clean your bulldog’s tail pocket

3 min read

Dalmatian dog walking on wooden floor

essential tips

9 simple ways to keep your dog from slipping and sliding around the house

6 min read

Two white bulldogs licking each other. Bulldogs are more prone to allergies compared to other breeds.

canine health problems

How to care for your bulldog with allergies

6 min read

Older dog looking off into the sunset

dog parent must-knows

A guide to end of life pet care

8 min read

dog parent must-knows

11 things no one told you about owning a dog

10 min read

essential tips

The ultimate guide to pet insurance

6 min read

essential tips

8 reasons why you should get pet insurance

7 min read

essential tips

What does pet insurance cover?

6 min read

animal welfare

The best alternative to pet insurance: Pawp

6 min read

essential tips

Is telehealth for pets safe to use?

4 min read

savvy shopping

Best pet insurance for dogs in 2021

5 min read

Frostbite on dogs paws

dog parent must-knows

How to identify and treat frostbite on your dog’s paws

6 min read

Dog chewing its paws

essential tips

How to stop your dog from chewing their paws

6 min read

Lab with snow nose

canine health problems

What’s snow nose in dogs? Here’s how to treat it

5 min read

White dog getting belly rubs

canine health problems

What causes pimples on a dog’s belly?

5 min read

Curled up husky with fluffy fur

healthy canine living

The best skin and coat supplements for dogs

8 min read

Dog wearing diaper

savvy shopping

The 5 best dog diapers

7 min read