Articles by Colleen Stinchcombe

Colleen Stinchcombe
Colleen Stinchcombe lives near Seattle, WA, where she works as a writer, editor, and content strategist. Her two rescue pups wish she were a professional ball-thrower.
What to do when your dog has questionable tastes.
- health
Shake It Off: Why Does Your Dog Have the Shakes?
A vet explains why the weather isn’t always to blame.
A vet explains why the weather isn’t always to blame.
- behavior
Does Your Dog Need Anti-Anxiety Meds?
How to cope with dog anxiety — from training to medication.
How to cope with dog anxiety — from training to medication.
- behavior
What to Expect at Puppy Socialization Classes
A dog behaviorist schools us on why puppy classes are more about socializing than getting straight As.
A dog behaviorist schools us on why puppy classes are more about socializing than getting straight As.
- nutrition
Dog Training Treats They Will Sit, Stay — You Name It — For
A behaviorist reveals the most mouth-watering treats for training your pup.
A behaviorist reveals the most mouth-watering treats for training your pup.
- behavior
Here’s the Potty Training Game Plan You’ve Been Waiting For
Seven tips you’ll want to pay attention to.
Seven tips you’ll want to pay attention to.
Don’t let your new dog walk you.
- lifestyle
Dog Walking 101: How Often You Should Walk Your Dog
Your dog may need more exercise than you think, according to two vets and a behaviorist.
Your dog may need more exercise than you think, according to two vets and a behaviorist.
- health
When a Cough Isn’t Just a Cough
7 reasons to be concerned when your dog is coughing, according to veterinarians.
7 reasons to be concerned when your dog is coughing, according to veterinarians.
5 vet-approved techniques to make it go down easy.