dog wellness
- lifestyle
5 Science-Backed Ways to De-Stress Outdoors (Your Pet Is Invited)
The author of Return to Nature on the mental health benefits of getting out into various natural landscapes with your pup.
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- health
Doggie Sound Baths Are Obviously a Thing in 2023
Plus, the other effective holistic ways to get your dog to a zen place.
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Floof Takes a Gentle Approach to Your Itchy Dog’s Skincare
Mark your pups’ self-care calendars: The company’s eco-friendly, allergy-friendly products are launching July 17.
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- lifestyle
Shockingly, Your Pet Will Enhance Your Mindfulness Practice
The next time they try to kiss your face while you’re in corpse pose, let them.
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- behavior
How Dog-Appeasing Pheromones Can Help Dogs Relax
Hey, man. It’s all about those chemical messengers. See how Adaptil can help your pup.
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- lifestyle
How to Take Your Dog On a Mindful Nature Walk
Wellness experts and animal trainers agree: a tuned-in spring outing can be restorative for both people and pets.
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How 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.
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- health
How to Give Relief to Your Dog With a Chronic Condition
What are the best ways to manage a dog’s pain?
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- shopping
How Lambwolf Collective Made Pet “Play Objects” a Thing
The pet lifestyle brand’s creations are simply too pretty to be called toys. (The rest of their accessories are pretty gorgeous, too.)
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- nutrition
Sofi’s Secret Stash Is All About the Groovy Vibes
Groovy Pup’s CBD-infused treats will have your anxious pup feeling totally peaceful.
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- health
This Study Confirms CBD is a Chill-Out Cheat Code For Dogs
New research out of the Waltham Petcare Science Institute finds the hemp derivative can help your dog with car and separation anxiety.
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6 Best Fresh Food Delivery Services for Dogs
Feeding your dog healthy whole foods is easier than ever.
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- health
10 Ways to Relieve Your Dog’s Pesky Arthritis Pain
Dr. Kathy Davieds’s tips for treating achy joints — from medications to massages.
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- shopping
13 Black-Owned Pet Brands You Should Absolutely Shop
Customized meals, sustainable toys, handmade sweaters, and more.
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- nutrition
6 Mushroom Superfoods that Won’t Turn Your Dog Into a Zombie
Nothing to fear here The Last of Us fans — ’shrooms are great immune-boosters.
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- health
Cold Weather Is the Nemesis of Dog Paws. Here’s How to Help
We all have to up our moisturizing game in the fall and winter.
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- lifestyle
9 New Year’s Resolutions For You — and Your Pet
Turn your self-improvement journey into a team sport.
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- lifestyle
How to Help Your Bored Senior Dog Spice Up Their Life
Spice Girls reference aside, just because your dog is graying around the eyes doesn’t mean those eyes don’t light up at playtime.
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- health
1 in 10 Dogs Will Get Kidney Disease. Here’s What to Do
It can’t be cured, but it can be managed. Partnering with your vet will be the key.
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- health
A Walk a Day Keeps the Doggie Dementia Away
A new study finds that physical exercise could keep your dog sharp. Time for walkies!
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- shopping
Dad Grass is Helping Dogs Light Up
With a new line of CBD-infused bones and pack-shaped plush toys, pups can munch to mellow out.
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- nutrition
Chi Dog Is Dishing Up Chinese Food-Therapy For Your Dog’s Bowl
A (literal) spoonful of medicine.
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- nutrition
Some Like It Hot — The Benefits of Warming vs. Cooling Diets
Here’s how certain foods can balance your pet’s energy and even ease their allergies, according to Chinese medicine.
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- health
9 Diseases You Can (and Definitely Can’t) Catch From Your Dog
Here’s what you can scratch off your “Worry About This” list.
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- health
Immunotherapy Can Be the Solve For Your Dog’s Allergies
If allergens were to ask, “Am I the drama?,” the answer would be yes.
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- health
We Need to Talk: There’s a Serious Veterinarian Shortage Right Now
As a pet parent, the best thing you can do is be nice.
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- nutrition
As 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.
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- shopping
20 Festive Toys and Treats to Help Your Pet Haunt Your House This Spooky Season
October is so cute it’s scary.
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- nutrition
8 Holistic Brands Curated by Integrative Veterinarian Dr. Lindsey Wendt
The founder of Crystal Lotus Veterinary Care recommends therapeutic platters, healing pet foods, electromagnetic flea/tick preventatives, and more personalized pet care options.
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- lifestyle
Meet 5 New Innovative Pet Startups
Leap Venture Studio is a springboard for these companies designing “flexitarian” pet diets, state-of-the-art health tools, and more.
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- behavior
New Legislation Proposes the Ban of Shock Collars in New York
New York Rep. Linda Rosenthal’s new bill puts pups first.
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- lifestyle
8 Ways Student Loan Debt Relief Could Benefit Pets
How people can splurge on their pets — or adopt new ones!
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- shopping
The Pet Dream House Wants Your Dog to Play With Their Food
No more wiping up saliva-covered kibble.
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- shopping
Skout’s Honor Is Taking the Itch Factor Out of Your Dog’s Life
The sustainable brand’s science-backed grooming products boast an unexpected ingredient: probiotics.
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- nutrition
Native Pet Provides a Welcome “Off” Switch to Your Pets Anxious Barks
The brand’s transparently priced products soothed my dogs’ anxious habits.
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- behavior
Your Dog’s Trauma Triggers Are Everywhere. Fear-Free Training Can Help
“America’s Veterinarian” and the founder of Fear Free Pets, Dr. Marty Becker, on how this method makes vet visits, training sessions, and grooming appointments less stressful for pets.
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- lifestyle
4,000 Beagles Rescued from a Research Facility Are In Need of Homes
It’s one paw in front of the other for some of these dogs, who are adjusting to what it means to finally be safe.
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- lifestyle
How to Take Silly Little Mental Health Hikes With Your Dog
It’s good for you both — promise.
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- health
Is Your Usually Energetic Goofball of a Dog ... Depressed?
Blue is a good name for a dog — not a good mood.
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- lifestyle
Forget Goat Yoga. Jessamyn Stanley Practices With Her Pets
Turn those barks and meows into namastes.
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- lifestyle
Running With Your Dog Is Possible — It Doesn’t Just Happen in Photoshoots
You — yes you! — can be one of those fun people who runs with your dog. Just be smart about it.
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- nutrition
How a Skittish Pandemic Puppy Inspired a Superfood Treat Brand
Botanical Bones founder Rachel Meyer believes food is medicine. Here, we chat about everything from sourcing adaptogens to sustainable packaging.
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- health
This Oil Is the Secret to Glossy Dog Hair
Camelina oil can help give your pup a shiny coat, reduce shedding, and treat hot spots.
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- behavior
Does Your Pet Need Therapy?
Dogs and cats can’t read self-help books, so a veterinary behaviorist explains how your pet may benefit from being in treatment.
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- behavior
Do Essential Oils Pass the Smell Test?
A psychologist explains how stimulating scents can influence a dog’s behavior.
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- lifestyle
78 Percent of People Use Their Pet to Get Out of Plans
That and other surprising (unsurprising?) results from The Wildest’s 2022 pet parenting trends survey.
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- 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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- 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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- lifestyle
The Climate Crisis Needs Better PR. Stephanie Shepherd & Binx Are On It
The Future Earth founder on rescuing a pandemic puppy and using social media to save the planet:
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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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- health
Everything You Need to Know About Lick Granulomas
Acral lick dermatitis is a frustrating skin condition, but new treatments offer hope.
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- nutrition
3 Reasons to Cook Your Own Dog Food
DIYing meals is great for your pup’s health and your wallet.
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- health
10 Tips for Navigating Tough Decisions About Your Pet
Lessons on how to cope with a serious health diagnosis.
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- health
Understanding Hemangiosarcoma in Dogs: Blood Vessel Cancer in Dogs
A common canine cancer, described
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- health
How a Little of the Good Stuff Can Help Your Dog With Seizures (And Being Mellow)
Does science back the use of CBD for seizures in dogs?
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- health
Understanding the Signs and Risks of Canine Osteosarcoma
Osteosarcoma in dogs can strike various parts of their body, from the limbs to the jawbone. Don't delay, learn about the causes and impact of osteosarcoma on your pup.
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- health
Can CBD Oil Help Relieve Pain for Dogs With Arthritis?
Take a close look at the role CBD oil may play in a veterinarian-approved treatment plan for osteoarthritis.
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- lifestyle
Senior Dogs Need New Tricks to Stay Healthy In Body and Mind
Tuning in to your senior’s needs.
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- behavior
How Online Training Supports Dog Owners and Dog Trainers
The virtual dog-training revolution is here.
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- health
Does Your Dog Need Physical Therapy?
Everything you need to know about canine physical rehabilitation.
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- health
Acupuncture Can Help Dogs With Intervertebral Disc Disease
If your dog has a herniated disc, acupuncture may be the key to relief.
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- health
Understanding the Gut’s Response to Inflammatory Bowel Disease in Dogs
Your dog is sluggish, withdrawn, and avoids his food bowl — is it inflammatory bowel disease?
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