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What’s Better Than a Tail Wag? A Circle Wag
Also called the “propeller wag” or “helicopter tail”, this behavior is a surefire way to tell that a dog is happy.
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“How Do I Get My Emo Dog to Socialize?”
The Wildest Collective dog trainer Robert Haussmann’s tips for getting a shy pup to go from wallflower to social butterfly.
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5 Best Dog Allergy Treatments
A top veterinary dermatologist breaks down what works (and what doesn’t) for pet parents flustered by their dogs’ allergies.
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What Puppy Doesn’t Like Walks? Mine!
Dog behaviorist Karen B. London’s 7 tips to help get your parked pet moving.
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On the Autism Spectrum? Get a Dog
Dr. Annie Bowes, a veterinarian on the spectrum, explains: “Dogs sense the world like we do, and don’t judge us.”
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Does Your Dog Have Therapy Dog Potential?
Renowned animal behaviorist Patricia McConnell, PhD, on what it takes to be a great therapy dog.
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“How Can I Calm My Super Jumpy Dog?”
The Wildest Collective dog trainer Robert Haussmann’s pro tips for getting a hyped-up dog to chill out.
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Do Essential Oils Pass the Smell Test?
A psychologist explains how stimulating scents can influence a dog’s behavior.
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The Dirt on Dog-Proofing Your Yard
10 steps to a safe outdoor space. Landscaper not required.
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“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.
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How to Stop Your Dog From Biting the Leash
Most dogs love walking, but some love chaos a little bit more.
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Pet Stroller Training 101
Older dogs can still enjoy the benefits of a long walk — even without using their legs.
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Does Your Dog Have “Juvenile Onset Shyness?”
Turns out, the teenage years aren’t just tough for humans — they can be rough on dogs, too.
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Do Dogs Grieve When Other Dogs Die?
A new study confirms our pets can have heartbreaking reactions to the loss of a canine companion.
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How to Properly Introduce Two Pups
There’s a lot more to it than sniffing each other’s butts.
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Wild 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.
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More Evidence That Breed ≠ Behavior
A new study found that a dog’s breed accounts for less than 10 percent of their behavior.
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How Pia Baroncini Prepared Her Dogs for Her New Baby
The creative multi-hyphenate and dog rescue advocate is mom to three big mushes and one tiny human.
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Turns Out Dogs Can Tell, Er, Smell Time
There’s no time like the present, according to your pet.
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How to Help an Anxious Dog Conquer Their Fears
Six animal behaviorists and I share our pro tips for boosting the confidence of a fearful dog.
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8 Questions to Ask Yourself When Choosing a Dog Breed
Find out which dog breed is right for your lifestyle.
- Health
Whistle’s New Smart Collar Is Giving Pets a Voice
Your dog can’t tell you if they don’t feel well, but the cutting-edge AI behind this health tracker can.
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Is Your Senior Dog Sundowning?
If your senior dog seems confused, restless, or irritable after dark, they may have sundowners syndrome. Here’s how to deal.
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Um, Why Is My Dog Scooting Their Butt Across the Floor?
Dr. Shea Cox on what to do when “anal sacs go bad.”
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Is Your Dog Giving You the Stink Eye?
Despite plenty of reasons to get mad, an animal behaviorist says dogs rarely express real anger.
- Lifestyle
New Phone, Who Dis?
Researchers at the University of Glasgow are testing a “DogPhone” that allows your pet to video-call you. We gave its architect, Dr. Ilyena Hirskyj-Douglas, a ring to hear more.
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The Do’s and Don’ts of Playing with Your Dog
Chase? Wrestle? Tug-o-war? Find out which are fair game.
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Some Like It Rough: Playing Vs. Fighting
Two animal behavior experts agree it’s usually play fighting. Here’s how you can tell.
- Lifestyle
How to Stop Your Dog From Ruining Your Sex Life
We spoke to an expert on canine behavior for advice on what to do when doggy style doesn’t mean what it used to.
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Daylight Saving Time Confuses Pets, Too
Animal behaviorist Karen London on how springing forward and falling back causes your dog or cat to lose sleep, too.
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13 Tough Toys for Power Chewers
Veterinary behaviorist Dr. Valli Parthasarathy reccos the most durable dog toys for destructive players.
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Who Has More Separation Anxiety — You or Your Dog?
It was a trick question. A study shows that the pandemic has made us all codependent.
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5 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.
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5 Ways to Stop Your Dog From Ripping Up Their Toys
How to teach your dog to enjoy, not destroy, their toys.
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Would You Let A Robot Train Your Dog?
Companion has developed an AI device that might change how we train our pets, whether we’re there for it or not.
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What Are You Smiling At?
There’s a big difference between a dog smiling and showing their teeth.
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How to Talk to Your Dog, According to Science
Baby talk works on puppies. As for adult dogs, that’s still up for debate.
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“Piloerection” Is Not a Dirty Word
Weirdly, this is what it’s called when your dog “raises their hackles.” And here’s why they do it...
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How Dog-Appeasing Pheromones Can Help Dogs Relax
Adaptil’s calming products are good news for anxious pups.
- Lifestyle
Pet Sounds: Music is Dropping for Dogs and Cats
Veterinarians and music industry vets are teaming up to curate therapeutic pet playlists.
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“How Can I Curb My Dog’s Incessant Barking?”
Celebrity dog trainer Victoria Stilwell on the top five reasons dogs bark and how to get them to zip it.
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“Help! How Do I Get My Dog to Stop Eating Socks”
How to get your pet to stop chewing on inedibles from clothes to couches.
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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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How to Tame a Sassy Pup
Internationally renowned dog trainer Victoria Stilwell's tips for training pushy puppies.
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Smells Like Teen Spirit
What to expect when your pandemic puppy becomes an unruly adolescent.
- Lifestyle
The Pros & Cons of Adding a Second Pet to the Fam
Double the trouble or double the fun? Dog trainer Lindsay Hamrick weighs in.
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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.
- Lifestyle
How to Rehome Your Pet With Ease (and Minimal Tears)
When you realize your home or lifestyle is not a good fit for your pet, you’re put in an unenviable position. But it doesn’t have to be a lose-lose.
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What is a Pit Bull, Exactly?
Everything you need to know about the five breeds dubbed “Pit Bulls.”
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The Wildest, Wrapped
Our first year in review, from top-read articles and celebrity features to most-popular Instagram and TikTok posts!
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When it Comes to Dog Crates, Think Outside the Box
Dog behaviorist Tiffany Lovell on how to treat and prevent confinement anxiety.
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Getting Your Dog to “Go” in the Snow›
Dog trainer Karen B. London’s tips for helping your pet do their business on snow days.
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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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7 Ways to Stop Your Dog from Scavenging on Walks
If your dog tries to scarf down literally everything in sight, you need this advice.
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Sofie Birkin on Making Art That’s Feminist, Fantastical & Sprinkled with Animals
“I think the relationship between a woman and her animal companion can build out a character a lot — they’re more like witches’ familiars than pets.”
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Are Friends and Family Derailing Your Dog’s Training?
What to do when your best-laid training plans are sabotaged.
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Does Your Dog Freak Out When Friends Come Over?
Here’s dog behaviorist Karen B. London’s simple trick to making your pet (and your guest) feel at home.
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The Calming Products That Helped My Dog's Anxiety
Compression vests, interactive toys, and pheromone sprays are game-changers.
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Can You Socialize an Adult Dog?
With patience and positive reinforcement, you can do a lot to make up for lost time.
- 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.
- health
Does My Dog Have Cushing’s Disease?
Hyperadrenocorticism can be dangerous. Find out how to spot and treat it.
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7 Things You Do That Your Dog Hates
From a dog’s POV, these signs of affection are super weird.
- Lifestyle
How Will I Know When It’s Time?
End-of-life veterinary specialist Dr. Shea Cox on how to make the most difficult decision in your pet parenting journey.
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Be My Guest: Training Your Dog in Social Graces
Because nobody wants your pup eating the host’s charcuterie platter.
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Who’s Walking Who?
Dog trainer Karen B. London promises you’re not doomed to be pulled down the street forever.
- Lifestyle
Musician Sam Evian’s Dog Jan Gave Him A Reason To Melt
“I started learning piano pieces during quarantine, and she would hear the music and come scooting into the room and lie down, lounge, and listen to it... She likes music!”
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Wolfdog Sanctuaries Are Stressed
Ownership of wolf-dogs is on the rise putting animals are in danger.
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Comedian Rebecca Corry Stands Up for Pit Bulls
“Comedy and entertainment — that’s my passion. But my purpose in life is saving dogs. And somehow I have managed to combine the two.”
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How to Stop an Escape Artist from Making a Getaway
Dog trainer Pat Miller’s pro tips for preventing your pet from darting out the door when guests arrive.
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How to Get Your Dog to Stop Resource Guarding Their Stuff
If your dog growls when you get near their food or toys, read this rn.
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Making a Move? Here’s How to Help Your Dog Adjust to Your New Digs
Your dog loathes moving, too. These tips will make it easier on everyone.
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9 Ways to Improve your Relationship with your Dog
Animal behaviorist Dr. Karen B. London on how to strengthen your pet-parent bond.
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6 Reasons Why Dogs Put Their Ears Back
Animal behaviorist Dr. Karen B. London on how your dog’s ears can clue you in to how they’re feeling.
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Pro Tips: How to Find a Qualified Dog Trainer
The questions to ask and credentials to look out for to find the right trainer for your dog, according to a pro.
- Lifestyle
Chopping It Up with Wellness Guru Jasmine Hemsley, Julie, Arji & Mr. Bims
“They gather around when they see us setting up a sound bath — they can sense a calming energy and want chill-out time with us.”
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Winter is Coming: Is Your Dog at Risk for Seasonal Depression?
Dog behaviorist Scott Sheaffer on how pets may suffer from seasonal affective disorder, too.
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How to Teach Your Dog to “Talk” at the Touch of a Button
Cognitive Science professor Dr. Federico Rossano on how Bunny, TikTok’s “talking” dog, is sparking change in how we communicate with our pets.
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Do Dogs Know How Big They Are?
Research indicates yes, so why is your large pup still laying on top of you?
- Lifestyle
How Tia Cabral’s Pup Cooper Inspires Her Otherworldly Song Writing
“She’s been to my shows where I was trying to focus on my witchy mood, but I also wanted to just laugh because she was doing her head tilt.”
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How to Speak “Dog”
Lili Chin’s book Doggie Language illustrates how dogs communicate — beyond ear perks and tail wags.
- Lifestyle
Open Letter to My Local Sidewalk Snacks Distributor
To the person leaving my dog the most delicious street treats: Who are you?
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Mark Your Calendar: Here’s When to Start Training a Puppy
Your puppy training schedule, from 8 weeks to 6 months. Let’s do this.
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Step by Step Dog Training Guide for “Leave It”
This simple dog training skill could save your dog’s life.
- Lifestyle
You’ve Adopted a Dog From a Hoarding Case. Now What?
A couple of animal hoarding cases just made national news. Here’s what adopters of dogs from these situations should know, according to animal welfare experts.
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A Crash Course on Dog Agility Training
5 reasons to get your dog in the agility game, from burning energy to building confidence.
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Humping. Why, though?!
No less than 7 animal behaviorists weigh in on what’s behind all of this bumping and grinding.
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Behind the Brand: Dog + Bone
A company set out to prove that not all collars are created equal.
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Do English Bulldogs Face Extinction?
One of the most popular breeds in the world is also one of the least genetically diverse, causing huge implications for the breed.
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On the Fence About Crates? Opt for a Puppy Pen
6 puppy pens recommended by positive-reinforcement dog trainer Aislynn Ross. Because we all need boundaries!
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Spike Einbinder & the Rainbow Pack Walk the Walk
How the Los Espookys actor and comedian found their calling as a dog walker.