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

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Dog with paw pad hyperkeratosis

canine health problems The deal with paw hyperkeratosis

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Dog receives a blueberry facial

dog parent must-knows Got tear stains? Try a blueberry facial

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dog hot spot

dog parent must-knows Coconut oil for hot spots?

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Paw balms in the lab

savvy shopping The best all-natural paw balms

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a patch of atopic dermatitis on a dog

canine health problems Found crusty scabs on your dog?

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dog chewing paw and nails

canine health problems Dog won't stop chewing nails

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

this thing's pretty great Snout Soother for the win

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

essential tips A guide to apple cider vinegar for dogs

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chihuahua dog tear stains

essential tips How to clean your dog’s tear stains

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canine health problems How to treat dandruff in dogs: DIY techniques and tips

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dog bathing

savvy shopping The 5 best shampoos for dog dandruff, according to vets

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dog parent must-knows How to remove skunk smell from your dog

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Dry and peeling dog paws

dog parent must-knows Dog paw pad peeling: Causes & treatment

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Dog with a cut and bandaged paw

dog parent must-knows How to treat cuts on your dog’s paws

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dog paw blisters

dog parent must-knows Guide to treating blisters on your dog’s paws, according to a vet

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Best itchy dog shampoos

savvy shopping The best shampoos for your dog’s dry, itchy skin

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Dog with a runny nose

canine health problems How to treat your dog’s runny nose

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dog nose balms

savvy shopping The six best nose balms for dogs, according to vets

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essential tips 7 ways to make your dog’s coat shiny

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Cleaning dog ear with cotton ball

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

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Dog foot nail

dog parent must-knows How to treat your dog’s broken nail

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Dog elbow callus

canine health problems How to care for and prevent elbow calluses in dogs

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Owner cleaning their dog's paws

dog parent basics How to clean your dog’s paws in 6 easy steps

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Poodle with hairy ears

dog parent must-knows Should you pluck the hair inside of your dog’s ears?

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Pug smiling

essential tips How to clean your pug’s wrinkles

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Selection of dog paw wipes

savvy shopping The best paw wipes for pups, according to vets

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Dog nose balm ingredients

healthy canine living DIY dog nose balms: recipes for pet parents to try

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Ear wipes for dogs

savvy shopping The best ear wipes for dogs

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Brown dog receives a bath

dogs and meds Can I use antifungal cream on my dog?

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A puppy peeing outside

dog parent basics How to potty train your puppy

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Dog laying in a wire crate

behavior and training How to crate train your dog

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ancient dogs

behavior and training Understanding the canine-human bond

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Dog owner comforting her dog who has separation anxiety

behavior and training How to ease your dog’s separation anxiety

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Anxious pomeranian with big eyes

essential tips 11 ways to calm your anxious dog

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Male dog marking territory

behavior and training How to prevent your dog from marking in the house

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Two brown-white dogs eating from two bowls

behavior and training Why is my dog eating so fast?

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homemade dog toothpaste

fun for dog parents Super fresh homemade dog toothpaste

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brushing dog teeth

dog parent basics Here's how to brush doggie teeth

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dog gum disease

canine health problems Dog gum disease, explained

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reacting to bad dog breath

dog parent basics How to fix your dog’s bad breath

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Dental water additives for dogs

savvy shopping The best dental water additives for dogs

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Best dog toothpastes

savvy shopping The best toothpaste for dogs, according to vets

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Lab with mouth open

canine health problems How to prevent the progression of your dog’s gum disease

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Best dog dental chews

savvy shopping The best dental chews for dogs, according to vets

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vet-inspecting-a-dogs-tooth

canine health problems How much does it cost to remove a dog’s tooth?

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Dog mouth open showing gums

canine health problems What to do if your dog has pale gums

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Veterinarian cleaning a dog's teeth

healthy canine living How much does a dog’s teeth cleaning cost?

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Puppy vaccination

dog parent basics A guide to puppy vaccinations

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puppy pulling leash

dog parent basics Your puppy's first visit with the vet

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lady with lots of dogs

dog parent basics The cost of a dog, from adoption to emergencies

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dog at the vet

dog parent basics How much does a vet visit cost?

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dog parent basics How often should you take your dog to the vet?

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essential tips The cost of common dog and cat emergencies

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dog itching

dog parent basics How to treat bug bites on your dog

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black fly bites on a dog stomach

healthy canine living The deal with black fly bites on dogs

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dog parent must-knows How to identify and remove ticks on dogs in 6 steps

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Beagle with demodicosis, red mange

canine health problems A guide to demodectic mange in dogs

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Beagle scratching fleas

dog parent must-knows A complete guide to flea allergy dermatitis (FAD) in dogs

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savvy shopping Best flea shampoo alternatives for dogs

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Small yellow dog laying down in bed and biting his back

canine health problems Eczema in dogs (canine dermatitis)

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People hiking with a dog

Pet Safety How to care for your pet during the winter

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pit bull scratching

canine health problems How to care for your pit bull with allergies

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Dog wheezing in hot summer heat weather

healthy canine living Wheezing in dogs

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Golden retriever dog scratching

essential tips Can dog's get poison ivy?

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dog parent basics 5 common puppy illnesses to watch for

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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

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dog scratching fleas

savvy shopping The best flea treatments for dogs, according to vets

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Dog laying in a wire crate

behavior and training How to crate train your dog

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a girl hugging a dog

dog parent basics A guide to basic pet first aid

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dog reunited with owner

dog parent basics Microchipping your dog, explained

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a sad dog

dogs and meds A guide to milk of magnesia for dogs

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two view of two french bulldog dogs butts outdoors

dog parent basics How to clean your bulldog’s tail pocket

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Dalmatian dog walking on wooden floor

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

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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

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Older dog looking off into the sunset

dog parent must-knows A guide to end of life pet care

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Woman hugging her chocolate lab

dog parent must-knows 11 things no one told you about owning a dog

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essential tips 8 reasons why you should get pet insurance

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Pet insurance coverage guide

essential tips What does pet insurance cover?

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animal welfare The best alternative to pet insurance: Pawp

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essential tips Is telehealth for pets safe to use?

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Frostbite on dogs paws

dog parent must-knows How to treat frostbite on your dog’s paws

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Dog chewing its paws

essential tips How to stop your dog from chewing their paws

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Lab with snow nose

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

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White dog getting belly rubs

canine health problems What causes pimples on a dog’s belly?

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Best skin and coat supplements for dogs

savvy shopping The six best dog skin and coat supplements

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Five dog diapers

savvy shopping The five best doggie diapers, according to vets

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Dog urinating on a tree to mark territory

dog parent must-knows A guide to belly bands for dogs

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Senior dog smiling

canine health problems How to prevent your senior dog from having accidents

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Dog shaking off water

dog parent must-knows What to do about water in dogs’ ears

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this thing's pretty great Fuzzy gives pet parents access to 24/7 pet care

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Husky puppy getting bath

canine health problems How to identify and treat impetigo in puppies

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Pet Safety Is Aquaphor safe for dogs?

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Pet Safety Is Vaseline safe for dogs?

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Cocoa butter in a bowl

can my pet have this Can I put cocoa butter on my dog’s paws?

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Foxtail in dogs paw

Pet Safety Foxtails are very dangerous to your dog

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Cleaning dog ear discharge

canine health problems Ear discharge in dogs

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Brown dog wearing a harness

canine health problems How to care for a deaf or hearing-impaired dog

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Dog paw booties

savvy shopping The four best dog booties

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