Articles by Rebecca Caplan
Rebecca Caplan
Rebecca Caplan is a writer based in Brooklyn whose work has been featured in The New Yorker, Reductress, and Vulture. She lives in Brooklyn with her perfect, toothless dog Moose.
![a black and white dog poses with Dedcool products]()
shoppingDedCool’s Gender-Neutral Fragrances Are Now Dog-Inclusive
Because your pup deserves to disrupt the binary too — or at least smell really, really good.
Because your pup deserves to disrupt the binary too — or at least smell really, really good.
![The Modern Dog Company dog in a purple collar and leash]()
shoppingThe Modern Dog Company’s Travel Backpack Is the Hack For Busy Pet Parents
Let’s just say it: This is the doggie diaper bag we’ve been waiting for.
Let’s just say it: This is the doggie diaper bag we’ve been waiting for.
![large brown dog in a Canada Pooch cooling bandana]()
shoppingThe Best Gear to Keep Your Dog Cool on Hot Summer Days
This has been the hottest summer on record, and it ain’t over yet.
This has been the hottest summer on record, and it ain’t over yet.
![Woman and her dog in the Rainbow Cloud Daybed Pool Float by Funboy and BARK.]()
shopping11 Best Dog Floaties For Those Last Pool Days of Summer
The best way to spend the end of summer? Just floatin’.
The best way to spend the end of summer? Just floatin’.
![Christian Siriano with a small yellow dog]()
shoppingChristian Siriano and Greenies Are Fighting Dental Disease With Fashion
The designer created new “houndstoothless” trenchcoats for a good cause.
The designer created new “houndstoothless” trenchcoats for a good cause.
![Small white and black dog playing with West Paw Zogoflex® toys in the summer]()
shopping12 Splashy Dog Pool Toys For the End of Your Pup’s Summer
Because all dog pool parties need accessories.
Because all dog pool parties need accessories.
![Ryan Gosling and Margot Robbie in Greta Gerwig's new movie, Barbie, with a white Pit Bull.]()
shopping33 Items You and Your Pet Need To Finish Out Your Dream Barbie Summer
Here, pet parents — and their stylish cats and dogs — are “kenough.”
Here, pet parents — and their stylish cats and dogs — are “kenough.”
![Limited edition collaboration with Olivia Herrick Design and The Foggy Dog.]()
shoppingThe Foggy Dog x Olivia Herrick Collab Is Perfect For This Barbie Summer
Say goodbye to accessories that look like they belong in Ken’s Mojo Dojo Casa House.
Say goodbye to accessories that look like they belong in Ken’s Mojo Dojo Casa House.
![A dog laying on a furry carpet next to two colorfil filters.]()
shoppingThat Ripe Dog Smell Isn’t a Great Addition to a Small Apartment — Colorfil Is the Solution
Using air purifying technology without any of the added chemicals, this brand aims to get your pup’s odor under control.
Using air purifying technology without any of the added chemicals, this brand aims to get your pup’s odor under control.
![Young woman in checkered shirt putting modern wireless headphones on loyal Great Dane dog against gray wall at home.]()
shopping5 Best Noise-Canceling Dog Earmuffs For Blocking Out Fireworks
Dogs’ hearing is way more sensitive than ours. These top-rated earmuffs can help drown out scary sounds like fireworks.
Dogs’ hearing is way more sensitive than ours. These top-rated earmuffs can help drown out scary sounds like fireworks.
![Femme-presenting pet parent feeding their dog a treat in the kitchen]()
shopping10 Queer-Owned Pet Brands We’re Celebrating This (And Every Other) Month
Support these LGBTQ+ animal lovers by shopping their design-forward pet beds, carriers, supplements, and more.
Support these LGBTQ+ animal lovers by shopping their design-forward pet beds, carriers, supplements, and more.
![Greyhound dog lying on top of couch looking out of a window]()
shopping8 Calming Products That Help My Dog’s Anxiety
Compression vests, interactive toys, and pheromone sprays will be game-changers this Fourth of July.
Compression vests, interactive toys, and pheromone sprays will be game-changers this Fourth of July.
![A pink basket filled with groceries and a bag of Shameless Pets Lobster Roll(Over) Treats on top set against a bright yellow background]()
nutritionYour Dog Will Be Rolling Over For These Soft-Baked Lobster Treats
Ready to celebrate summer and all it offers? We suggest these crustacean snacks for your lobster picnic-loving pup.
Ready to celebrate summer and all it offers? We suggest these crustacean snacks for your lobster picnic-loving pup.
![Erica Rose smiles and cuddles her dog, Patty, at Ginger’s Bar in Brooklyn.]()
lifestyle | Wild OnesErica Rose and Her Dog Patty Mayonnaise Have the “Chutzpah” to Save Lesbian Bars
The co-creator of the Lesbian Bar Project shares her hopes for the future of queer filmmaking and her dog’s star status.
The co-creator of the Lesbian Bar Project shares her hopes for the future of queer filmmaking and her dog’s star status.
![Pride collage, a person in a shirt reading QUEER holds a small dog]()
shopping26 of the Best Pride Month Accessories For You and Your Dog
This Pride month, you can look especially good as you march, party, and stand up for the rights of the LGBTQ+ community.
This Pride month, you can look especially good as you march, party, and stand up for the rights of the LGBTQ+ community.
![Wag & Bright Supply Co Toothpaste and toothbrush for dogs.]()
healthThe New Status Grooming Product is Toothpaste — For Your Dog
The toothpaste that’ll have their teeth sparkling like a Kardashian’s.
The toothpaste that’ll have their teeth sparkling like a Kardashian’s.
![Dog in the bath getting shampooed by owner]()
healthClean Coats Shampoo For Sensitive Skin Is a Gift to Dog Parents’ Noses
Plus! The brand donates 10 percent of its profits to animal rescues.
Plus! The brand donates 10 percent of its profits to animal rescues.
![Chris Evans Jinx tenders promo bag]()
shoppingChris Evans Has Teamed Up With Jinx to Create the “Dog Dream Box”
And good news: The packaging features Captain America and his pup.
And good news: The packaging features Captain America and his pup.
![collage: woman with small dog, dog bowl, dog collar, dog sweater, dog vase]()
shopping22 Mother’s Day Gifts That Dog Moms More Than Deserve
Custom pet portraits, matching designer cardigans, self care essentials for both mom and pup, and more.
Custom pet portraits, matching designer cardigans, self care essentials for both mom and pup, and more.
![Three eco-friendly pet grooming products displayed in a collage.]()
shopping10 Eco-Friendly Pet Grooming Products
Package-free brushes, plant-based wipes, certified-organic shampoos, and more.
Package-free brushes, plant-based wipes, certified-organic shampoos, and more.
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shopping | Behind the BrandHow This CBD Brand Is Changing the Trauma Treatment Game For Pets
The founder of Heel on why full-spectrum CBD products can change your bestie’s entire life.
The founder of Heel on why full-spectrum CBD products can change your bestie’s entire life.
![dog Wagwellies on a lavender background beside MSCHF Big Red Boots]()
shoppingYour Dog Can Wear the Big Cartoonish MSCHF Boots, Too
For a much smaller price tag, courtesy of Wagwear.
For a much smaller price tag, courtesy of Wagwear.
![Person and dog matching in green and white checkered clothing]()
shoppingMatching Outfits for Dogs Who Dress Like Their Humans (or Vice Versa)
Hey, good fashion runs in the family.
Hey, good fashion runs in the family.
![Small black and white dog sitting on patterned pillow bed.]()
shoppingMatching Bedding For Pets Who Don’t Sleep With Their Humans
Colorful bed covers, quilted duvets, linen shams, and more make up these chic selections.
Colorful bed covers, quilted duvets, linen shams, and more make up these chic selections.
![Jessica Koslow sitting on a beige couch with her black wire-haired dog sitting in her lap with a bookshelf in the background]()
lifestyle | Wild OnesSqirl Chef Jessica Koslow’s “Handsome” Rescue Dog Taught Her What Family Means
OK, this is too pure: His favorite words are “love” and “friend.”
OK, this is too pure: His favorite words are “love” and “friend.”
![A bearded man in a gray sweater and yellow pants sitting on the floor and holding a Groov Training Aid in "lilac" from Diggs Pet, which is like a grooved plastic popsicle with treats smeared in, while his Husky dog licks it]()
shopping9 Stress Toys For Dogs That Are Cheaper Than Therapy
The toys that’ll help your pup chill out after a long day of being a dog.
The toys that’ll help your pup chill out after a long day of being a dog.
![A black cat sitting in a wicker chair at a desk surrounded by various pet-safe plants with a computer screen on the desk that reads, " plnts i can eet and not thro up aftar???"]()
shoppingSay Goodbye to Your Worries: Rooted’s Plants Are Safe For Pets
Still looking for the perfect gift for that special someone (your friend who is obsessed with their pet)? This is the one.
Still looking for the perfect gift for that special someone (your friend who is obsessed with their pet)? This is the one.
![A howling mixed breed white dog sitting next to a stack of stereos with glittery holiday ornaments around]()
shoppingDirt + Dog Hair Has the Solution to Your Plastic-Dog-Toy Guilt
This brand makes sustainable pet parent life a little more achievable (and reduces that pile of plastic in your dog’s toy bin).
This brand makes sustainable pet parent life a little more achievable (and reduces that pile of plastic in your dog’s toy bin).
![Emma Allen wearing glasses and blue jacket standing in front of her desk with full bookshelves above it]()
lifestyle | Wild OnesEmma Allen’s Cat Is Laughing at You
The New Yorker cartoon editor’s assistant is a massive, blood-thirsty, perfect furball.
The New Yorker cartoon editor’s assistant is a massive, blood-thirsty, perfect furball.
![Taylor Swift holding two small kittens in each hand and smiling down at them]()
shoppingEnter Your Meredith Era With These Taylor Swift-Inspired Pet Products
Use the occasion of T.S.’s 33rd birthday to treat your pet like royalty (a.k.a. Meredith, Olivia, and Benjamin Swift).
Use the occasion of T.S.’s 33rd birthday to treat your pet like royalty (a.k.a. Meredith, Olivia, and Benjamin Swift).
![Woman in a sweater standing and holding the two front legs of a Husky dog wearing a matching sweater on a red background]()
shopping10 Sweaters Your Dog Might Need This Winter — Really
As Amy Poehler and Maya Rudolph say, it’s “sweata weatha” — for your pup, too.
As Amy Poehler and Maya Rudolph say, it’s “sweata weatha” — for your pup, too.
![A festive shot of the Pupwell fancy dog grooming kit including a Travel bag, a Slicker Brush, a De-matting comb, a Fine tooth comb, a Metal tooth comb and three metal Christmas tree decorations in front of a burgundy background]()
shoppingPupwell’s Luxury Dog Grooming Kit Helps Pups Shed Fur, Not Tears
More grooming, less fight (as long as you use the provided lick mat).
More grooming, less fight (as long as you use the provided lick mat).
![Two Paravel x Rescue City pet carriers with a small Chihuahua dog sitting in one of them]()
shoppingParavel’s Luxe Cabana Pet Carrier Literally Saves Rescue Pups
Paravel’s collab with Rescue City means your dog can get a chic carrier — and you can help pups in need. A true win-win.
Paravel’s collab with Rescue City means your dog can get a chic carrier — and you can help pups in need. A true win-win.
![A dog laying on a bed sniffing hip and joint support chews from the brand Reggie.]()
nutrition | Behind the BrandAs Much as We Reject Them, Routines Are Good for Us — and Our Dogs
Supplement brand Reggie’s founder on why routines set the stage for your dog’s glow-up.
Supplement brand Reggie’s founder on why routines set the stage for your dog’s glow-up.
![Corgi dog sitting in the back of a rusty red truck in front of hay bales with pumpkins and Halloween toys around]()
shopping20 Festive Toys and Treats to Help Your Pet Haunt Your House This Spooky Season
October is so cute it’s scary.
October is so cute it’s scary.
![Paw and Spin slow feeder bowl in baby pink with varying kinds of treats on and around it against a blue background]()
shoppingThe Pet Dream House Wants Your Dog to Play With Their Food
No more wiping up saliva-covered kibble.
No more wiping up saliva-covered kibble.
![Co-owners, Antoni and JVN of yummers pets in the kitchen laughing with two dogs.]()
nutritionAntoni and JVN Launched a Pet Food Brand With a Very Cute (Very Them) Prank
You can’t even be mad.
You can’t even be mad.
![Dog sitting behind a basket of Wondercide products on the grass outside]()
shoppingMosquitos Aren’t Going Away — Neither Are Bug Sprays That Are Toxic to Dogs
Enter: Wondercide, a plant-based, sustainable, pesticide-free mosquito-repellent set safe to use around your pet.
Enter: Wondercide, a plant-based, sustainable, pesticide-free mosquito-repellent set safe to use around your pet.
![A black dog laying on the floor next to a container of "Native pet calming chews."]()
nutritionNative Pet Provides a Welcome “Off” Switch to Your Pets Anxious Barks
The brand’s transparently priced products soothed my dogs’ anxious habits.
The brand’s transparently priced products soothed my dogs’ anxious habits.
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shoppingYour Dog Will Lap Up These Literally Meat-Flavored Bubbles
The liquid bubbles pups are obsessed with.
The liquid bubbles pups are obsessed with.
![A woman with a pink dog carrier on her lap feeding a dog a French fry.]()
shopping | Behind the BrandTerrified of Your Dog’s Impossible-to-Assemble Crate?
Diggs has the answer.
Diggs has the answer.
![Short-haired blonde woman with glasses holding a mixed brown puppy close to her face affectionately]()
lifestyle | To the RescueAt Badass Rescue, You Can Get a Private Concert From Joni Mitchell
In barks. She’s a dog. Was that not clear?
In barks. She’s a dog. Was that not clear?
![A dog with silky hair posing with dog friendly bathing products.]()
shopping | Behind the BrandKin+Kind’s Pet Care Philosophy is Squeaky Clean
Co-founder Thomas Ling on his passion project-turned-side hustle-turned career.
Co-founder Thomas Ling on his passion project-turned-side hustle-turned career.
![A woman in beige overalls a striped shirt and a straw hat, smiling, with her arm around her black dog sitting in the grass on a green hill.]()
shoppingThe Best Flea and Tick Preventatives and Treatments For Dogs
Treatments to ward off transmission this flea and tick season.
Treatments to ward off transmission this flea and tick season.
![A white dog getting a bath with suds and bubbles everywhere.]()
lifestyleWhere to Groom Your Dog Outside of Your Tiny NYC Bathroom
A new East Village self-serve grooming salon features high-tech automated wash pods that are designed to get your dog in and out of the bath without drama.
A new East Village self-serve grooming salon features high-tech automated wash pods that are designed to get your dog in and out of the bath without drama.
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lifestyle | Wild OnesAutomic Gold’s Muse and Model Is a Design-Savvy Dachschund
Founder Al Sandimirova on launching a body-positive brand, designing sustainable jewelry, and laboring under Luna’s watchful eye.
Founder Al Sandimirova on launching a body-positive brand, designing sustainable jewelry, and laboring under Luna’s watchful eye.
![Pitbull Boxer mixed breed dog wearing a Sparkpaws hoodie against a graffiti background]()
shoppingDid Your Dog Steal Your Favorite Hoodie?
Streetwear brand SparkPaws designs matching hoodies for dogs and dog parents.
Streetwear brand SparkPaws designs matching hoodies for dogs and dog parents.
![A tattooed blonde woman wearing a white hat looking at her black and tan dog while a Springer pet water bottle sits on a rock behind her on the trail outdoors]()
We’ll drink to that.
![Tick Tornado product by ZenPet on a blue background surrounding by the green tick removal tools in a dynamic design]()
This teeny tweezer is more powerful than you think.
![Dog at a pool sitting on an inflatable pool floaty.]()
So you definitely need these Funboy x Bark pet floats.
![A person's hand holding up a Barkuterie Charcuterie Board with banana chips and other dog treats]()
nutritionBarkuterie Boards Are the Perfect Gotcha Day Treat
Spoil your pup with an artfully arranged charcuterie board of jerky strips, baked biscuits, and pet-safe crudités. What more could a four-legged foodie want?
Spoil your pup with an artfully arranged charcuterie board of jerky strips, baked biscuits, and pet-safe crudités. What more could a four-legged foodie want?
![Hope Reiner smiling at the camera seated in a brown chair hugging a Golden Retriever rescue dog named Oliver]()
shopping | Behind the BrandModernbeast is a New Brand of Nonprofit
Co-founder Hope Reiners on designing sustainable pet products and donating 100% of the profits to animal rescues.
Co-founder Hope Reiners on designing sustainable pet products and donating 100% of the profits to animal rescues.
![A dog playing with The Tennis Tumble toy in lilac from Wild One while wearing a harness of a matching color]()
shoppingWild One’s Tennis Tumble Toy is Aces
The cult favorite brand’s first-ever enrichment toy is the ticket to a productive day for remote working pup parents.
The cult favorite brand’s first-ever enrichment toy is the ticket to a productive day for remote working pup parents.
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Meet the Fab Five’s pampered pets.
![A dog sitting in a tote.]()
shoppingBag Check: This Versatile Carrier is Elevating Car Travel for Dogs
OWOW California’s new quilted carrier transforms into a car seat so your dog can ride shotgun.
OWOW California’s new quilted carrier transforms into a car seat so your dog can ride shotgun.
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Just in case.
![Woman wearing Saint Rue bag sitting next to dog wearing matching Saint Rue collar]()
shoppingSaint Rue is Bringing Preppy Back
The British brand’s scholarly chic collar, leash, and matching crossbody get an A+ in twinning with your dog (and extra credit for being vegan and supporting mental health).
The British brand’s scholarly chic collar, leash, and matching crossbody get an A+ in twinning with your dog (and extra credit for being vegan and supporting mental health).
![A woman smiling at her dog while cleaning the kitchen counters with a cloth.]()
So fresh and so clean, clean.
![A dog staring at a hot dog toy.]()
shoppingSausage Dog Unimpressed by Hot Dog Toy
P.L.A.Y.’s collection of recycled, fast food-inspired toys wasn’t a total bust — he did want some fries with that shake.
P.L.A.Y.’s collection of recycled, fast food-inspired toys wasn’t a total bust — he did want some fries with that shake.
![A woman working at her desk with a dog sitting on her lap.]()
Which breed is the right fit for city living?
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nutrition5 Ways To Curb Your Dog’s Picky Eating
Just because “here comes the airplane” won’t work on dogs doesn’t mean you’re out of options.
Just because “here comes the airplane” won’t work on dogs doesn’t mean you’re out of options.
![Portrait of Belgian Malinois dog sitting in the grass]()
nutrition | Behind the BrandSuper Snouts’ Supplements Are Organic, Vet-Formulated, and Wildly Effective
The founders’ own dog’s cancer diagnosis inspired their immunity-boosting, pathogen-resistant mushroom supplements.
The founders’ own dog’s cancer diagnosis inspired their immunity-boosting, pathogen-resistant mushroom supplements.
![Romantic Couple With A Dog On Bench]()
Will you accept this litter box?
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