Wondering, "How often should I feed my dog?" A dog feeding schedule helps you establish a routine around your pup's play, activity and sleep...
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German shepherds are one of the most popular family dogs in the U.S. There are several types of these dogs, and those hailing from Germany differ greatly from those in the U.S. Here's how to spot differences between an east german shepherd dog, or DDR vs West German shepherd and pick the right one.
Combating fleas? Soothing dry skin? Looking for a dry shampoo for dogs? There's a simple homemade dog shampoo recipe for all needs.
Whether you plan to compete or just want a fun, challenging activity to do with your dog, agility is a great form of exercise and bonding for both of you. In agility, a dog and handler complete an obstacle course as accurately as possible and in as short a time as they can. It’s a […]
From pet toys and gear to food and nonprofits, Treehugger and The Spruce Pets shine a light on the best of the best for sustainable pets.
Wondering, "How often should I feed my dog?" A dog feeding schedule helps you establish a routine around your pup's play, activity and sleep...
Test your dog's memory to find out
If you share your life with a dog, you probably already know that winter provides many unique opportunities and challenges for adventuring together. Snowshoeing with dogs is so much fun! Most dogs, especially the young
How a dog food nutrient profile can help you know your pet's food is suitable for a particular life stage or lifestyle
ASPCA veterinarians and behaviorists offer these guidelines regarding your dog’s health and daily activities.
Rest periods in snug quarters are a natural part of caring for our dogs’ needs. But… dogs have many other needs that crates interfere with. Dogs are social animals; they require interaction with other dogs or people. They also need exercise, mental stimulation, and appropriate “potty” opportunities. So, while some time spent in a crate is usually a positive element of dog rearing, too much time spent in a crate can have disastrous consequences. Should dogs be in crates? Learn the truth about dog kennels & crates and why they can be your dog's best friend if you use a crate properly.
ASPCA veterinarians and behaviorists offer these guidelines regarding your dog’s health and daily activities.
Some dogs are just born to fly. You see them at the park, leaping high into the air to catch a flying disc, reveling in the pure joy of the perfect catch.
There's a 95 percent chance Senior Editor Christine Sarkis is thinking about travel right now. Follow her on Instagram @postcartography and Twitter @ChristineSarkis. Christine Sarkis is an SATW-award-winning journalist and executive editor at SmarterTravel. Her stories have also appeared on USA Today, Conde Nast Traveler, Huffington Post, and Business Insider. Her advice has been featured in dozens of print and online publications including The New York Times, Conde Nast Traveler, and People magazine. She has also shared travel tips on television and radio shows including Good Morning America, Marketplace, and Here & Now. Her work has been published in the anthologies Spain from a Backpack and The Best Women's Travel Writing 2008. She is currently working on a travel memoir. The Handy Item I Always Pack: The Trtl Pillow. It's easy to pack and comfortable, and makes it so I can actually sleep on flights. Ultimate Bucket List Experience: Seeing the Aurora Borealis from the comfort of somewhere warm, like a glass igloo or hot spring. Travel Motto: Curiosity is an amazing compass. Aisle, Window, or Middle Seat: Aisle all the way. Email Christine Sarkis at [email protected].
Learn the symptoms of teething and how to relieve your puppy's pain and save your belongings! Answers to why puppies chew, how long they teeth and what to do about teeth that won't fall out.
ASPCA veterinarians and behaviorists offer these guidelines regarding your dog’s health and daily activities.
ASPCA veterinarians and behaviorists offer these guidelines regarding your dog’s health and daily activities.
Intermittent fasting is Nature's way heal a sick dog. Healthy fasting for dogs can be done two ways.
There are many reasons why good dogs sometimes behave badly. You’ve seen many cases on Cesar Millan’s TV shows where bad behaviors in dogs were caused or trigged by human behavior.
by Jon Bastian Elsewhere, we’ve dealt with the myth that dogs age seven years for every human year, but there’s another popular misconception floating around. This is the belief that dogs only see in black and white. While their color vision is somewhat limited and different than ours, they do see color, and a look at the world through a dog’s eyes can provide insight into how they perceive the world.
Probably because we live in New England, this is our favorite time of year. The air is crisp, the scenery is beautiful, and it’s just safer to take our dogs out driving and hiking without fear of dehydration or overheating. Plus, it’s a lot more comfortable to share a bed with Fido when it’s not sweltering [...]
ASPCA veterinarians and behaviorists offer these guidelines regarding your dog’s health and daily activities.
ASPCA veterinarians and behaviorists offer these guidelines regarding your dog’s health and daily activities.
ASPCA veterinarians and behaviorists offer these guidelines regarding your dog’s health and daily activities.
Whether your dog lounges indoors all day or roams outside, he's exposed to all kinds of toxins. Find out how to boost your dog's immune system, naturally!
Humans can imitate the sounds of dog laughter. Here's how!
By spaying or neutering your pet, you’ll help control the pet homelessness crisis, which results in millions of healthy dogs and cats being euthanized in the United States each year simply because there aren’t enough homes to go around. There are also medical and behavioral benefits to spaying (female pets) and neutering (male pets) your animals.
Research reveals negative long-term consequences for Golden Retrievers.
This year is the 100th birthday of the US National Park System. Sadly, most US Parks do not welcome your dog beyond parking lots and a few contained areas. However, we have noted 5 parks below that do have options for you and your furry friend to enjoy the great outdoors. Our friends at GoPetFriendly.com [...]
From dog yoga to “pet resorts|!!|” local pooches|!!| kittens and other furry friends can have it all.
So over the weekend it was time for our dog to get his bath. Usually my husband is in charge of this process but I happened to be in the bathroom and I was looking at the shampoo he picked up awhile back at the pet store and I was like what?! It was some...Read More »
Knowing what the right raw bones are for your dog is so important. Learn what bones are safe to feed your dog and what ones you should avoid.
How to perform the Heimlich maneuver and CPR on pets
Maybe you've heard about the benefits of green tripe for dogs, but the talk about the stink makes you nervous. Don't let it. Here's why ...
