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

6 min read

dog hot spot

dog parent must-knows

Coconut oil for hot spots?

7 min read

Paw balms in the lab

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The best all-natural paw balms

27 min read

a patch of atopic dermatitis on a dog

canine health problems

Found crusty scabs on your dog?

10 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

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

Best itchy dog shampoos

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

12 min read

Dog with a runny nose

canine health problems

How to treat your dog’s runny nose

9 min read

dog nose balms

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The six best nose balms for dogs, according to vets

13 min read

essential tips

7 ways 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

Callus on a dog´s elbow

canine health problems

How to care for and prevent elbow calluses in dogs

4 min read

Owner cleaning their dog's paws

dog parent basics

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

6 min read

Poodle with hairy ears

dog parent must-knows

Should you pluck the hair inside of your dog’s ears?

4 min read

Pug smiling

essential tips

How to clean your pug’s wrinkles

5 min read

Selection of dog paw wipes

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The best paw wipes for pups, according to vets

14 min read

Dog nose balm ingredients

healthy canine living

DIY dog nose balms: recipes for pet parents to try

4 min read

Ear wipes for dogs

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The best ear wipes for dogs

10 min read

Brown dog receives a bath

dogs and meds

Can I use antifungal cream on my dog?

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

Male dog marking territory

behavior and training

How to prevent your dog from marking in the house

4 min read

Two brown-white dogs eating from two bowls

behavior and training

Why is my dog eating so fast?

4 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

Dental water additives for dogs

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The best dental water additives for dogs

15 min read

Best dog toothpastes

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The best toothpaste for dogs, according to vets

16 min read

Lab with mouth open

canine health problems

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

4 min read

Best dog dental chews

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The best dental chews for dogs, according to vets

11 min read

vet-inspecting-a-dogs-tooth

canine health problems

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

6 min read

Dog mouth open showing gums

canine health problems

What to do if your dog has pale gums

5 min read

Veterinarian cleaning a dog's teeth

healthy canine living

How much does a dog’s teeth cleaning cost?

5 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

savvy shopping

Best flea shampoo alternatives for dogs

5 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

Woman hugging her chocolate lab

dog parent must-knows

11 things no one told you about owning a dog

10 min read

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essential tips

8 reasons why you should get pet insurance

7 min read

Pet insurance coverage guide

essential tips

What does pet insurance cover?

7 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

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Frostbite on dogs paws

dog parent must-knows

How to 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

Best skin and coat supplements for dogs

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The six best dog skin and coat supplements

13 min read

Five dog diapers

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The five best doggie diapers, according to vets

14 min read

Dog urinating on a tree to mark territory

dog parent must-knows

A guide to belly bands for dogs

6 min read

Senior dog smiling

canine health problems

How to prevent your senior dog from having accidents

7 min read

Dog shaking off water

dog parent must-knows

What to do about water in dogs’ ears

6 min read

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Fuzzy gives pet parents access to 24/7 pet care

6 min read

Husky puppy getting bath

canine health problems

How to identify and treat impetigo in puppies

5 min read

Pet Safety

Is Aquaphor safe for dogs?

3 min read

Pet Safety

Is Vaseline safe for dogs?

4 min read

Cocoa butter in a bowl

can my pet have this

Can I put cocoa butter on my dog’s paws?

5 min read

Foxtail in dogs paw

Pet Safety

Foxtails are very dangerous to your dog

5 min read

Cleaning dog ear discharge

canine health problems

Ear discharge in dogs

4 min read

Brown dog wearing a harness

canine health problems

How to care for a deaf or hearing-impaired dog

6 min read

Dog paw booties

savvy shopping

The four best dog booties

10 min read