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- behavior
How to Pet a Dog — Yes, You Do Need Lessons
There’s a difference between being affectionate and being annoying.
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- health
All the Puppy Development Milestones You Need to Know About
It’s like What to Expect When You’re Expecting, except add “four little paws to run around your house” to the title.
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- grooming
The New Status Grooming Product is Toothpaste — For Your Dog
The toothpaste that’ll have their teeth sparkling like a Kardashian’s.
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- lifestyle
How 5 Pet Parents’ Lives Had a Glow-Up After They Got Their Pets
Turns out finding community isn’t so hard when you’ve got a cute pal to help get you out of the house.
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- lifestyle
Apparently, Everyone Will Be Throwing Dog Pool Parties This Year
Here’s some advice on what you can do to make yours the best one in the neighborhood.
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- behavior
“Why Does My Dog Run Away From Me?”
Upgrading your pup’s recall training from accidental to intentional.
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- health
Why You Should Fear Foxtails Around Your Dog
These beastly blades of grass are seriously dangerous for pups.
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- lifestyle
Kelsey Darragh’s Pit Bull, Hippo, Is Her True Soulmate
The filmmaker, comedian, and mental health advocate’s boyfriend didn’t want to adopt their foster pup. She ditched the guy and kept the dog.
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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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- health
“Old Dog” Vestibular Disease and Treatment
If you have an older dog, they could have a condition called idiopathic “old dog” vestibular disease. Here's everything you need to know.
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- behavior
Shocker: Food Is Still the Best Way to Reinforce Your Dog’s Good Behavior
Social interaction — aka praise — works, too. Who doesn’t like that?
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- lifestyle
One Bulk-Bin Kibble Brand’s Plan to Save the Planet
A new Petco initiative aims to keep 50,000 dog food bags out of landfills each year.
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- lifestyle
Loneliness Is a Public Health Crisis. Pets Can Help
Per the US Surgeon General, loneliness is as dangerous for your health as smoking 15 cigarettes a day. Here are ways pets can solve that.
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- shopping
UnHide’s Faux Fur Dog Bed Is the Stuff Doggie Dreams Are Made of
And the rest of their products are pretty heavenly, too.
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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
Seriously, Avoid On-Leash Dog Meet-and-Greets
Would you want a stranger coming right up to your face?
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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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- behavior
Dog Training 101: What to Teach Your New Dog
In between cuddle sessions, work on these eight basic cues with your pup.
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- shopping
6 Genius Interactive Dog Toys From Nina Ottosson
These puzzle toys are made to help you bond with your pup.
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- shopping
Zara’s Pet Collection Is Giving Montessori Influencer Vibes
For those who love a beige moment.
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- behavior
How’s Your Dog Feeling? Check Their Tail
If your dog’s tail is wagging “to the left, to the left,” as Beyoncé says, it could mean they’re anxious.
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- behavior
7 Games That Can Actually Teach Your Dog Something
Cue the Schoolhouse Rock! because learning can be fun.
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- health
9 Home Remedies for Getting Rid of Fleas on Dogs — Naturally
How to stop your home from becoming a flea circus.
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- behavior
Does Your Dog Know What the Heck an Elevator Is?
And how to help them feel less scared when they enter the tiny rumbling room that moves.
- health
Shake It Off: Why Does Your Dog Have the Shakes?
A vet explains why the weather isn’t always to blame.
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- behavior
The Unexpected False Advertising of Public Dog Parks
These apparent canine meccas can pose real risks to your dog’s overall safety.
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- lifestyle
You’ve Got Company: How to Cohabitate with a New Dog
Boundaries, right? But if they end up sleeping in bed, that’s cool, too.
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- lifestyle
Shelter Pets Deserve Amazon Pet Deals, Too
Seriously, you can donate to shelters just by shopping!
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- behavior
What’s the Deal, Mouthy Puppies? Why Bite Inhibition Matters
How to teach your pup to play nice.
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- shopping
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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- lifestyle
Do You Have the Puppy Blues?
Don’t worry: It’s normal to feel sad or anxious after welcoming a new puppy into your life.
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- behavior
Turns Out Humans Kind of Suck at Recognizing the Signs of Dog Aggression
A PSA to pay better attention to our best friends’ body language.
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- behavior
Here’s Why You Need to Socialize Your Dog ASAP
Waiting until full vaccination to socialize can cause huge problems for your pup.
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- behavior
Does Your Dog Need Anti-Anxiety Meds?
How to cope with dog anxiety — from training to medication.
- nutrition
Is It Impossible to Get Your Dog to Eat?
You can’t appease a picky dog with dino nuggets like your toddler. Here are some things you can do.
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- health
I Freaked Out at the Emergency Vet So You Don’t Have To
What to expect from and how to make the most of a trip to the ER.
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- shopping
6 of the Best Ear Cleaners for Dogs
Wash away all that grime and end their incessant scratching with a few drops.
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- nutrition
How You Can Easily Manage Your Dog’s Weight
Keep your pup’s weight down, and you could add years to their life. What’s better than that?
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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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- behavior
Hold the Judgment: Change the Way You Think About Your Dog’s Behavior
Instead of focusing on the negatives, here’s what you should do instead.
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- behavior
Home Alone: What to Know About Your Dog’s Separation Anxiety
Does your dog freak out when you head for the door? Here’s some advice.
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- lifestyle
How My Dog Helps Me Stay Sober
Brie reminds me that my sobriety is so much bigger than myself.
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- nutrition
7 Automatic Pet Feeders That Will Make Every Meal an Event
Go ahead, make your morning routine a little easier.
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- behavior
Do Anxious Dog Parents Raise More Anxious Dogs?
Which comes first: a nervous person or a nervous pup?
- nutrition
9 Food Toppers That Will Make Your Dog Actually Want to Eat Dinner
If your dog suffers from mealtime boredom, spice up their food bowl with one of these tasty toppers.
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- shopping
Pawness’s Milestone Cards Will Mark Your Puppy’s Greatest Achievements
Just like your friends do with their infants on Instagram (ahem).
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- lifestyle
How to Be a First Responder to Pet-Stain Emergencies
Experts say pet stains are 911 situations — here’s how to act fast.
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- behavior
A Tail-Wagging Dog Isn’t Always a Happy Dog
This body language is not as simple as you probably think.
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- shopping
The Pupsicle Will Soothe Dogs Who Need to (Literally) Chill
Woof’s innovative fillable design will help dogs de-stress and their parents save money.
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- health
When, Exactly, Should You Vaccinate Your Puppy?
If it’s time for a round of shots (no, not that kind), follow this guide.
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- behavior
How to Make a Comeback After a Dog-Training Fail
Almost all new puppy parents fall at the first hurdle. Here, pro tips on picking yourself up.
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- health
So, When Exactly Should You Spay or Neuter Your Dog?
The research is confusing — here are some guidelines.
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- lifestyle
Garden Variety: Plants Safe for Our Pups
Boutique NYC nursery The Sill gives us the dirt on dog-friendly plants.
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- shopping
If Ariana Grande Rocks Crocs, So Can Your Dog
Wagwear’s WagWellies Mojave booties let your pup get in on the comfy lifestyle.
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- shopping
10 Dog Food Containers You Didn’t Know You Needed
Because your dog is plotting how to break into their stash.
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- behavior
Don’t Ignore These 9 Behavioral Signs That 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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- shopping
Want to Up Your Dog’s Style Game? Sir Dogwood Has You Covered
The online boutique’s founder on the importance of supporting BIPOC-led pet brands.
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- nutrition
A Digestible Guide to Healthy Dog Food
How to pick the right grub for your pup when there are So. Many. Choices.
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- nutrition
How to Make Homemade Dog Kibble
Learn how to make dry dog food with this easy homemade dog kibble dish.
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- lifestyle
Your Relationship With Your Dog Matters. Here’s How You Can Improve It
Animal behaviorist Dr. Karen B. London on how to strengthen your pet-parent bond.
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- shopping
9 “TikTok Made Me Buy It” Pet Must Haves
When the algorithm knows you’re a sucker for dog and cat supplies.
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- behavior
What’s the Point of Trick Training?
It turns out, “shake” is good for more than just impressing other dog parents.
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- lifestyle
Pet Parents Get Separation Anxiety, Too
We asked both animal behaviorists and human psychologists how you can deal with leaving your dog home alone.
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- behavior
Is Your Dog Tricky to Train? Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Feel Guilty
It’s important to remember that dogs are individuals, so training isn’t one-size-fits-all.
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- health
Wait, Did Your Puppy Suddenly Change Colors on You?
This isn’t exactly like The Wizard of Oz’s “Horse of a Different Color” scenario, but it’s not not that.
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- shopping
17 Best Amazon Products for Pets — According to Reviewers
Reviewers (aka real pet parents) picked these best-selling, highest-rated toys, probiotics, poop bags, and more.
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- behavior
Your Dog Should Do This 30-Day Training Challenge
It’s like your 30-day yoga challenge — except with way more training treats.
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- health
When a Cough Isn’t Just a Cough
7 reasons to be concerned when your dog is coughing, according to veterinarians.
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- lifestyle
How Often Should I Walk My Dog?
Your dog may need more exercise than you think, according to two vets and a behaviorist.
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- behavior
Humping. Why, Though?!
No less than 7 animal behaviorists weigh in on what’s behind all of this bumping and grinding.
