Articles by Claudia Kawczynska
Claudia Kawczynska
Claudia Kawczynska was co-founder and editor-in-chief of The Bark for 20 years. She also edited the best-selling anthology Dog Is My Co-Pilot.
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lifestyle9 Ways to Keep Your Dog Safe in the Snow
Sometimes, your pup has to be exposed to the elements—and you have to keep them warm when they are. Here’s how.
Sometimes, your pup has to be exposed to the elements—and you have to keep them warm when they are. Here’s how.
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nutrition | Can My Dog Eat This?Can Dogs Eat Sweet Potatoes?
Add it to the list of healthy human superfoods pups can eat, too.
Add it to the list of healthy human superfoods pups can eat, too.
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nutritionHow to Turn Your Jack-o’-Lantern into Dog-Friendly Pumpkin Puree
This simple recipe can serve as the base for dog treats,
This simple recipe can serve as the base for dog treats,
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lifestyle5 Ways to Have a Halloween Your Dog Will Fondly Remember
A.k.a. a night that won’t turn into a spooky-scary time at the emergency vet.
A.k.a. a night that won’t turn into a spooky-scary time at the emergency vet.
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nutrition | Can My Dog Eat This?10 Superfoods to Share With Your Dog
From kale to quinoa, these nutrient-packed picks deserve a spot in your dog’s food bowl.
From kale to quinoa, these nutrient-packed picks deserve a spot in your dog’s food bowl.
![Australian Shepherd dog sitting on the ground next to a Monstera Delicosa leaf outside, waiting for his natural raw barf diet food that is in the cameraman's hand]()
nutritionEverything You Need to Know About Your Dog’s Nutrition
From kibble to homemade food, this guide will help you learn the fundamentals of dog nutrition.
From kibble to homemade food, this guide will help you learn the fundamentals of dog nutrition.
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lifestyleSummer Is Heating Up. Here’s How to Keep Your Dog From Doing the Same
Pro tips to keep your pup safe, happy, and exercised during the warmer months.
Pro tips to keep your pup safe, happy, and exercised during the warmer months.
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healthHow to Give Relief to Your Dog With a Chronic Condition
What are the best ways to manage a dog’s pain?
What are the best ways to manage a dog’s pain?
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lifestyleHow to Be an Eco-Friendly Pet Parent
Reducing your paw print can seem daunting. Consider these simple tips.
Reducing your paw print can seem daunting. Consider these simple tips.
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Your pup needs their greens, too.
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nutritionBig Fish: The Best Omega-3 Supplements for Dogs (And Why They Need Them)
Fatty acids rev up your dog’s energy, keep their coat shiny, help with inflammation from allergies and arthritis, and so much more.
Fatty acids rev up your dog’s energy, keep their coat shiny, help with inflammation from allergies and arthritis, and so much more.
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nutritionWhat’s Actually On (and In) a Bag of Pet Food?
Want your pet to eat healthily? Dig in and learn how to read their food label.
Want your pet to eat healthily? Dig in and learn how to read their food label.
- nutrition | Can My Dog Eat This?
Can Dogs Eat Pumpkin?
Yep! The superfood is a delicious natural remedy for diarrhea and constipation.
Yep! The superfood is a delicious natural remedy for diarrhea and constipation.
- nutrition | Can My Dog Eat This?
Can Dogs Eat Almonds (and Other Nuts)?
This healthy snack for humans isn't so healthy for your pup. Here's why it's best to avoid them.
This healthy snack for humans isn't so healthy for your pup. Here's why it's best to avoid them.
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nutritionYou — Yes, You — Can Make Your Dog Homemade Chicken and Vegetables
Behold: the power of a home-cooked meal.
Behold: the power of a home-cooked meal.
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lifestyleFrom Goldendoodles to Puggles — the Truth About “Designer Dogs”
Do your research. Know the facts.
Do your research. Know the facts.
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Get that protein, bro.
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lifestyleCreate a Neighborhood Dog Park and Win Over All the Local Pups
The hottest club in your neighborhood is...the dog park.
The hottest club in your neighborhood is...the dog park.
A dog food measurement by any other name would be confusing.
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nutritionLet Your Dog Lap Up Your Bone Broth
It isn’t just a healthy cocktail for the likes of Gwyneth Paltrow and Kylie Jenner. And we’ve got a recipe.
It isn’t just a healthy cocktail for the likes of Gwyneth Paltrow and Kylie Jenner. And we’ve got a recipe.
- nutrition | Can My Dog Eat This?
Can Dogs Eat Kale?
Yep — this superfood is good for your dog in small amounts.
Yep — this superfood is good for your dog in small amounts.
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healthThis Oil Is the Secret to Glossy Dog Hair
Camelina oil can help give your pup a shiny coat, reduce shedding, and treat hot spots.
Camelina oil can help give your pup a shiny coat, reduce shedding, and treat hot spots.
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nutritionHow to Make Homemade Peanut Butter for Your Dog
It’s National Peanut Butter Day! Celebrate by whipping up some baked PB & Banana treats for your pup.
It’s National Peanut Butter Day! Celebrate by whipping up some baked PB & Banana treats for your pup.
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nutrition | Can My Dog Eat This?Can Dogs Eat Carrots?
Yep — this crunchy, sweet vegetable is a great addition to your dog’s diet.
Yep — this crunchy, sweet vegetable is a great addition to your dog’s diet.
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Boost your dog smarts with these cool facts.
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nutrition | Can My Dog Eat This?Can Dogs Eat Apples?
Yep — this fiber-filled fruit is a healthy treat for your dog.
Yep — this fiber-filled fruit is a healthy treat for your dog.
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healthFDA Warns on Pet Exposure to Topical Pain Meds
Pet parents beware of the dangers in your medicine cabinet.
Pet parents beware of the dangers in your medicine cabinet.
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nutrition3 Reasons to Cook Your Own Dog Food
DIYing meals is great for your pup’s health and your wallet.
DIYing meals is great for your pup’s health and your wallet.
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healthIs Seresto’s Flea and Tick Collar Dangerous for Dogs?
The popular preventative has been linked to nearly 1,700 pet deaths. Here's what you need to know.
The popular preventative has been linked to nearly 1,700 pet deaths. Here's what you need to know.
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lifestyleHow to Calculate Your Dog’s Age in Human Years
A new way to convert dog years to human years.
A new way to convert dog years to human years.
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lifestyleGood News for People With Service Dogs
You can now train your own service pet — no “certification” required.
You can now train your own service pet — no “certification” required.
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nutrition | Can My Dog Eat This?Make Your Pup Some Sourdough Discard Dog Treats
Too much sourdough starter? No problem! Expand your baking routine to include treats for the pups.
Too much sourdough starter? No problem! Expand your baking routine to include treats for the pups.
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Tips to help your oldster live long and prosper.
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lifestyle‘Stray’ Review: A Documentary Masterpiece Capturing Istanbul’s Street Dogs
Documentary filmmaker Elizabeth Lo’s first full-length feature is a masterpiece.
Documentary filmmaker Elizabeth Lo’s first full-length feature is a masterpiece.
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behaviorShould Shelter Dogs Be Subjected to Behavioral Tests?
Research shows these tests are unreliable.
Research shows these tests are unreliable.
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shoppingFoxtails are Foiled in Dogs with Clever Outfox Field Guard
This unique head gear is designed to help protect dogs’ eyes, ears, and noses from foxtail penetration.
This unique head gear is designed to help protect dogs’ eyes, ears, and noses from foxtail penetration.
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lifestyleTips on Dog-Safe Gardening
Garden organically, for the sake of both the planet and your dogs.
Garden organically, for the sake of both the planet and your dogs.
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Researchers map the evolution of dog breeds.
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behaviorHow Do Dogs Know That You Are Coming Home?
Your dog’s keen sense of smell isn’t the only clue.
Your dog’s keen sense of smell isn’t the only clue.
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behaviorYour Dog is Smarter Than You Think
Dogs have the ability to understand much more complex things than you give them credit for.
Dogs have the ability to understand much more complex things than you give them credit for.
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nutritionHomemade Chicken Jerky Dog Treats
The benefits of making chicken treats for your pup at home.
The benefits of making chicken treats for your pup at home.
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shoppingLet’s Talk Eco-Friendly Flooring Options for Pets
Wise choices make your home healthier for you and your pet.
Wise choices make your home healthier for you and your pet.
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nutritionHow Many Calories To Feed Your Dog — And A Dog Calorie Counter
How many calories does a dog need?
How many calories does a dog need?
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behaviorIs Your Dog Ready for the Solar Eclipse?
Here’s how to watch the eclipse with your pup safely.
Here’s how to watch the eclipse with your pup safely.
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What do dogs know and how do they know it?
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Good dogs deserve good dog people. Here’s how to be one.
