Articles by Daniela Lopez
Daniela Lopez
Daniela Lopez is a digital media specialist and long-time contributor to The Bark.
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lifestyleHow to Keep Your Dog Safe in the Car
Hitting the road with your dog? Make sure they're safe with this helpful advice.
Hitting the road with your dog? Make sure they're safe with this helpful advice.
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nutritionRecipe for Seeded Dog Biscuits
Learn how to make your own basic dog biscuits packed with nutritious seeds and sweet apples.
Learn how to make your own basic dog biscuits packed with nutritious seeds and sweet apples.
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healthWhy Is Your Dog Obsessed With Licking Their Paws?
Their toes might smell like Fritos, but there’s no way they taste that good.
Their toes might smell like Fritos, but there’s no way they taste that good.
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lifestyle8 Dog-Friendly Travel Destinations in the Southeast
Find the perfect weekend getaway for you and your pup.
Find the perfect weekend getaway for you and your pup.
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nutritionGut Feelings: How to Balance Your Pet’s Microbiome
The mind-gut connection isn’t just for people — your dog or cat’s gut microbiome plays a big role in their health and well-being.
The mind-gut connection isn’t just for people — your dog or cat’s gut microbiome plays a big role in their health and well-being.
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nutrition9 of the Best Food Trucks For Dogs in the US
From Tails Wagon in Charleston to Denver’s Bone Apétreat, there’s no shortage of pet-friendly options — or relevant puns.
From Tails Wagon in Charleston to Denver’s Bone Apétreat, there’s no shortage of pet-friendly options — or relevant puns.
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nutritionHow to Cook a Wholesome Meatloaf For Your Dog
This dog-friendly recipe is so not your mom’s meatloaf — which is a good thing.
This dog-friendly recipe is so not your mom’s meatloaf — which is a good thing.
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nutrition | Can My Dog Eat This?Peanut Butter Is the Best Snack. Can Your Dog Have It?
Elvis famously loved peanut butter. So, can your “Hound dog” lap it up, too?
Elvis famously loved peanut butter. So, can your “Hound dog” lap it up, too?
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nutritionHow to Make Homemade Dog Kibble
Learn how to make dry dog food with this easy homemade dog kibble dish.
Learn how to make dry dog food with this easy homemade dog kibble dish.
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nutrition | Can My Dog Eat This?Can Dogs Eat Bread?
The short answer: yes — in moderation. It’s better to go easy on this carb-heavy treat.
The short answer: yes — in moderation. It’s better to go easy on this carb-heavy treat.
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Can My Dog Eat Bananas?
Yep — bananas are a healthy and delicious treat for your pup.
Yep — bananas are a healthy and delicious treat for your pup.
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behaviorListen Up! Your Puppy Is Trying to Talk to You
How to make sense of all those grunts and whines.
How to make sense of all those grunts and whines.
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And how to help them feel better fast.
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healthHere’s How You Can Prevent Dangerous Bloat in Your Dog
Bloat is one of the leading causes of death in deep-chested dogs. This elective surgery can lower the risk.
Bloat is one of the leading causes of death in deep-chested dogs. This elective surgery can lower the risk.
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Heed all those cautionary tales about Q-Tips.
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A hike and a craft beer? Done.
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behaviorPet Stroller Training 101
Older dogs can still enjoy the benefits of a long walk — even without using their legs.
Older dogs can still enjoy the benefits of a long walk — even without using their legs.
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Does Your Dog Have Happy Tail Syndrome?
If your pup's exuberant tail wagging has led to injury, they could have this condition.
If your pup's exuberant tail wagging has led to injury, they could have this condition.
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How to take your dog for a spin — safely.
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health6 Surprising Signs of Arthritis in Cats
They’re not what you’d think, according to veterinary behaviorist Dr. Margaret Gruen.
They’re not what you’d think, according to veterinary behaviorist Dr. Margaret Gruen.
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health5 Holistic Treatments for Epilepsy in Dogs
Watching your pet suffer a seizure can make you feel helpless. We asked three veterinarians to weigh in on natural remedies that show promise.
Watching your pet suffer a seizure can make you feel helpless. We asked three veterinarians to weigh in on natural remedies that show promise.
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It’s science (and adorable).
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Is Animal Planet really their favorite channel?
![Kurzhaar's dog eats grass, oats, happy puppy playing in the meadow]()
Your pup is literally vegging out — when it’s NBD and when to worry.
Help! Why does my dog smell so bad?
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Make bath day easier with a DIY dog washing station.
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Our room-to-room guide to get your house in dog-safe shape.
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behaviorTrain Your Dog to Spin With This Guide
Go beyond basic obedience and teach your dog this easy-to-learn trick.
Go beyond basic obedience and teach your dog this easy-to-learn trick.
- nutrition | Can My Dog Eat This?
Can Dogs Eat Pineapple?
Pineapple is a healthy, sweet treat for dogs — as long as you feed it to your pup in moderation.
Pineapple is a healthy, sweet treat for dogs — as long as you feed it to your pup in moderation.
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nutrition | Can My Dog Eat This?Can Dogs Eat Blueberries?
Yep — blueberries are a fiber and antioxidant-packed snack for your pup.
Yep — blueberries are a fiber and antioxidant-packed snack for your pup.
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Brb...running out to buy air plants and succulents.
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lifestyle3 Fun Indoor Games to Play With Your Dog
Rainy day? These activities will keep your dog (and you!) from going stir crazy.
Rainy day? These activities will keep your dog (and you!) from going stir crazy.
- nutrition | Can My Cat Eat This?
Can Dogs Have Papaya?
Who knew papayas could be such a sweet treat for pups?
Who knew papayas could be such a sweet treat for pups?
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Tips on hiring a trusted dog walker for your dog.
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lifestyleHow to Adopt a Dog from Another Country
Four simple steps to follow after falling in love abroad.
Four simple steps to follow after falling in love abroad.
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lifestyleGlamping With Dogs in California
Rustic + Luxe + Dogs? Yep — it’s time to go camping with your pup in style.
Rustic + Luxe + Dogs? Yep — it’s time to go camping with your pup in style.
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Southwestern destinations for you and your pup.
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nutrition | Can My Dog Eat This?Is Yogurt Good For Your Dog?
Yep, dogs can eat yogurt — it’s safe and healthy, and most dogs love it.
Yep, dogs can eat yogurt — it’s safe and healthy, and most dogs love it.
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lifestyleFire Safety & Dogs: How to Prepare for a Fire
A reminder to stay diligent on National Pet Fire Safety Month.
A reminder to stay diligent on National Pet Fire Safety Month.
