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Think Your Dog Can Be an Obedience Champ?
You don’t have to look like you belong on Best in Show to be a contender.
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- shopping
The Inspiration Behind Lay Lo Dog Beds Is — No Surprise — a Very Special Senior Dog
Who doesn’t love a terrazzo print these days?
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- behavior
“How Do I Get My Dog to Come When Called?”
The Wildest Collective dog trainer Robert Haussmann’s tips for getting a stubborn pup to listen up.
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- health
Dog Lipomas: These Dog Fatty Tumors are Big Softies
Veterinarian Dr. Nancy Kay on why these fatty tumors aren’t always cause for concern.
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![Pet parent Victoria Cheng and her partner in a skate park trying to teach their Corgi dog to skateboard with treats]()
- shopping
“Velvet Hippos” Need Their Beauty Sleep
Co-founder Shalina Chen on how her Pit Bull-inspired beds don’t sacrifice style for comfort.
![Woman scratching chin of grey pit bull sitting in dog bed on deck]()
![Tick Tornado product by ZenPet on a blue background surrounding by the green tick removal tools in a dynamic design]()
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- lifestyle
The Dirt on Dog-Proofing Your Yard
10 steps to a safe outdoor space. Landscaper not required.
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- behavior
“How Can I Curb My Dog’s Squirrel Obsession?”
Dog trainer Robert Haussmann’s pro tips for walking a pup that wants to chase everything that moves.
- health
Does Your Dog Need a Massage?
Help your dog stay fit and flexible with these stretch techniques by a certified pet strength and conditioning specialist.
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- shopping
Modernbeast is a New Brand of Nonprofit
Co-founder Hope Reiners on designing sustainable pet products and donating 100% of the profits to animal rescues.
![Hope Reiner smiling at the camera seated in a brown chair hugging a Golden Retriever rescue dog named Oliver]()
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- Lifestyle
Zach Skow’s Dogs Saved His Life. Now He’s Returning the Favor
The founder of Marley’s Mutts and the Pawsitive Change Program on fighting for the underdog, creating hope for people and pets, and rescuing animals from California to Kabul.
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- health
Wondering How Big Your Puppy or Kitten Is Gonna Get?
We know, our pets grow up too fast. But seriously, how fast is too fast (or slow)? The Wildest and Waltham Petcare Science Institute created a simple tool to help your new pet’s growth stay on track.
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- lifestyle
Estelle Lemmler and Hank Are Blissfully Living off the Land
The fashion designer turned sustainable farmer on trading city for country life, adopting a working dog, and harvesting farm-to-table treats.
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- health
Cancer is More Common in Purebred Dogs, Study Says
Nationwide’s veterinary analytics team looked at the cancer claims of 1.61 million dogs and found that purebred dogs are nearly twice as likely to get cancer as mixed breeds.
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- shopping
11 Dog Bowls to Feast Your Eyes On
From handmade stoneware to hand-blown glass to heavy-duty stainless steel, these are the best bowls for fine-dining dogs.
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- shopping
13 Tough Toys for Power Chewers
Veterinary behaviorist Dr. Valli Parthasarathy reccos the most durable dog toys for destructive players.
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- lifestyle
BSL is Just Plain BS
Breed-specific legislation has profound impacts on families, their dogs, and animal welfare professionals.
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- lifestyle
Katie Kimmel Makes Waggish Ceramics in the Desert with Her Dogs
“It’s always a really funny, happy parade that’s going through the house and workplace at all times.”
![Katie Kimmel smiling with a selection of ceramic pet artwork pieces.]()
- behavior
How to Get an Overexcited Dog to Just Chill
If your dog loses their sh*t over anything from a squirrel to a guest, dog behaviorist Trish King has some tips.
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- behavior
9 Behavioral Signs Your Dog Is in Pain
Animal behaviorist Karen B. London breaks down the silent ways your pet is trying to tell you they’re hurting.
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- lifestyle
What is a Pit Bull, Exactly?
Everything you need to know about the five breeds dubbed “Pit Bulls.”
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- shopping
Ashley Williams’ Puppy Sweaters Are So Punk Rock
Match your dog in the buzzed-about designer’s graphic knit patterns of pentagrams, spiders, and teddy bears.
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- lifestyle
Zola Star Taylour Paige on How Her Dogs Taught Her About Love, Presence, and Patience
“Having dogs, rescue dogs, is not always convenient or comfortable — you have to get used to being uncomfortable. But it’s so worth it. The love is immeasurable.”
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- nutrition
Super Snouts’ Supplements Are Organic, Vet-Formulated, and Wildly Effective
This grassroots, family- and female-owned brand puts passion ahead of profit.
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- Behavior
How Do I Stop My Dog From Counter Surfing?
Celebrity dog trainer Victoria Stilwell’s pro tips for keeping paws off your charcuterie platter.
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- shopping
Your Dog Can Wear Sandy Liang’s Cult Fleece Jacket
The designer’s “Lil Fleece” is a bite-sized version of her signature winter layer.
![Sandy Liang wearing a matching cream colored fleece with a cheetah print accent looking down at two dogs wearing matching sweaters]()
- shopping
Ugly Holiday Sweaters = Cute Festive Dogs
Inspired by everything from It’s a Wonderful Life to The Big Lebowski, these are the best of the worst holiday sweaters.
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- lifestyle
Helping Our Newly Adopted Country Dog Adjust to NYC Was Easy(ish)
From a Tennessee farm to a Brooklyn apartment, our rescued Hound dog is going with the flow — mostly.
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- health
It’s Prime Time for Pancreatitis
Dr. Shea Cox on why this disease is so common during the holidays.
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- shopping
Sparkly, Sporty Chic from DKNY x Found My Animal
The limited-edition capsule collection of metallic puffers and sherpa pullovers drops today.
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- lifestyle
The Good Fight: New York Takes Steps to Quash Breed-Specific Legislation
Under the new animal-welfare laws, insurers will no longer be able to discriminate against pet parents of certain dog breeds.
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- lifestyle
Wolfdog Sanctuaries Are Stressed
Ownership of wolf-dogs is on the rise putting animals are in danger.
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- lifestyle
Chelsea Hodson & Magic Know Every Trick in the Book
The writer of bewitching essay collection Tonight I’m Someone Else waxes nostalgic about raising, training, and pampering a Poodle.
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- lifestyle
Pia Baroncini Has an Open-Door Policy For Foster Dogs
The LA entrepreneur has one thought when she finds a new foster dog: “How dare we not help?”
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- health
Beware of Bloat in Dogs
Consider it the mother of all dog emergencies — if your dog has it, take them to the vet ASAP. Learn how to spot the condition and how it's treated.
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- lifestyle
11 Must-Have Items to Take on a Hike with Your Pup
When heading out on a hike with your dog, the items you pack will vary from trip to trip and dog to dog, but there are a few things that every hiker should have packed. Here are the top ten hiking essentials for pet parents. Don’t forget these hiking essentials.
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