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Can Coconut Oil Help a Dog’s Itchy Skin?

Coconut oil for a dog’s itchy skin? Here’s how it cleared up one dog’s skin condition, thanks to its antiviral and antibacterial properties. Coconut oil for dogs has a myriad of other uses as well. It also tastes great, and we’ve got a dog-treat recipe to prove it!

Can Coconut Oil Help a Dog’s Itchy Skin?

Coconut oil for a dog’s itchy skin? Here’s how it cleared up one dog’s skin condition, thanks to its antiviral and antibacterial properties. Coconut oil for dogs has a myriad of other uses as well. It also tastes great, and we’ve got a dog-treat recipe to prove it!
A fearful, scared dog hiding under the covers with a boy.

Is Your Dog Scared of Thunder? 6 Tips for Soothing Him

Summer storms are here, with their bright flashes and loud booms. Is your dog scared of thunder? We’ve found a few effective ways to deal with a dog’s fear of thunder.

Is Your Dog Scared of Thunder? 6 Tips for Soothing Him

A fearful, scared dog hiding under the covers with a boy.
Summer storms are here, with their bright flashes and loud booms. Is your dog scared of thunder? We’ve found a few effective ways to deal with a dog’s fear of thunder.
Older dog limping as other dog looks on.

Signs of Arthritis in Dogs — Recognizing Dog Arthritis Symptoms Early and Treating Them

Is your pup irritable, gaining weight and avoiding your touch? These may all be signs of arthritis in dogs. So, what are the most common dog arthritis symptoms and how do you treat canine arthritis? Let’s take a look.

Signs of Arthritis in Dogs — Recognizing Dog Arthritis Symptoms Early and Treating Them

Older dog limping as other dog looks on.
Is your pup irritable, gaining weight and avoiding your touch? These may all be signs of arthritis in dogs. So, what are the most common dog arthritis symptoms and how do you treat canine arthritis? Let’s take a look.
A dog holding a Halloween trick or treat basket.

Are These Halloween Dangers for Dogs Lurking in Your Home?

What Halloween candies are toxic to dogs and what other traditions might spook your pup? Let’s review some common Halloween dangers for dogs and how to avoid them!

Are These Halloween Dangers for Dogs Lurking in Your Home?

A dog holding a Halloween trick or treat basket.
What Halloween candies are toxic to dogs and what other traditions might spook your pup? Let’s review some common Halloween dangers for dogs and how to avoid them!
A dog getting his nails trimmed.

How to Trim Dog Nails — Safely

Want to try clipping your dog’s nails at home? These detailed directions on how to trim dog nails will help you keep your pup happy and pain-free during the process.

How to Trim Dog Nails — Safely

A dog getting his nails trimmed.
Want to try clipping your dog’s nails at home? These detailed directions on how to trim dog nails will help you keep your pup happy and pain-free during the process.
Poodle with tear stains.

Dog Tear Stains — How to Make Natural Dog Tear Stain Remover (and More!)

From making diet changes to using natural brightening and cleansing solutions, here’s how to make dog tear stain remover and how to prevent dog tear stains in the first place.

Dog Tear Stains — How to Make Natural Dog Tear Stain Remover (and More!)

Poodle with tear stains.
From making diet changes to using natural brightening and cleansing solutions, here’s how to make dog tear stain remover and how to prevent dog tear stains in the first place.
A dog's butt.

6 Natural Ways to Ease Your Dog’s Anal Sac Distress

Does your dog have an itchy butt? Is your dog scooting across the floor? Anal gland or anal sac issues might be at play. After checking with your vet, help your dog’s anal sac distress by getting his anal glands to regularly empty on their own with diet and exercise.

6 Natural Ways to Ease Your Dog’s Anal Sac Distress

A dog's butt.
Does your dog have an itchy butt? Is your dog scooting across the floor? Anal gland or anal sac issues might be at play. After checking with your vet, help your dog’s anal sac distress by getting his anal glands to regularly empty on their own with diet and exercise.
A dog watching another dog eating food out of a food bowl.

Dealing with Food Aggression in Dogs

How do you deal with food aggression in dogs? Can you ever deal with food aggression in dogs using at-home training? When do you call in the pros? And what are the different types of food aggression in dogs?

Dealing with Food Aggression in Dogs

A dog watching another dog eating food out of a food bowl.
How do you deal with food aggression in dogs? Can you ever deal with food aggression in dogs using at-home training? When do you call in the pros? And what are the different types of food aggression in dogs?
A dog lying down with his ear folded over.

What to Know About Living With a Deaf Dog

Thinking about adding a deaf dog to your family or looking for resources to deal with a dog who is losing his hearing? We answer some common questions and concerns about living with deaf dogs.

What to Know About Living With a Deaf Dog

A dog lying down with his ear folded over.
Thinking about adding a deaf dog to your family or looking for resources to deal with a dog who is losing his hearing? We answer some common questions and concerns about living with deaf dogs.
Cataracts in a small, older dog.

Understanding Nuclear Sclerosis in Dogs

Noticing a milky-looking discoloration on one or both of your dog’s eyes? Is it cataracts or something called nuclear sclerosis? What is nuclear sclerosis in dogs — and how is it diagnosed and treated?

Understanding Nuclear Sclerosis in Dogs

Cataracts in a small, older dog.
Noticing a milky-looking discoloration on one or both of your dog’s eyes? Is it cataracts or something called nuclear sclerosis? What is nuclear sclerosis in dogs — and how is it diagnosed and treated?
A dog riding in the backseat of a car in a harness. Photography by humonia/Thinkstock.

Dog Car Safety: 10 Things NOT to Do

Warmer weather means road trips, and sometimes that means taking your pup along for the ride! But what are 10 things you should NOT do when it comes to dogs in cars? Let’s talk dog car safety!

Dog Car Safety: 10 Things NOT to Do

A dog riding in the backseat of a car in a harness. Photography by humonia/Thinkstock.
Warmer weather means road trips, and sometimes that means taking your pup along for the ride! But what are 10 things you should NOT do when it comes to dogs in cars? Let’s talk dog car safety!
Two Pomeranians.

Small Dogs — 7 Things to Know About Living with Little Dogs

Small dogs don’t mean less issues for pet parents — in fact, having small-breed dogs or little dogs may present some very unique challenges. Let’s review!

Small Dogs — 7 Things to Know About Living with Little Dogs

Two Pomeranians.
Small dogs don’t mean less issues for pet parents — in fact, having small-breed dogs or little dogs may present some very unique challenges. Let’s review!
A scared dog hiding under a bed.

Socializing Neglected Dogs: What Goes on Behind the Scenes to Make a Mistreated Dog Adoptable

Dog lovers often read stories about dogs who were previously abused but are now up for adoption. How did these neglected dogs get ready for their new homes?

Socializing Neglected Dogs: What Goes on Behind the Scenes to Make a Mistreated Dog Adoptable

A scared dog hiding under a bed.
Dog lovers often read stories about dogs who were previously abused but are now up for adoption. How did these neglected dogs get ready for their new homes?

Help Ease Your Dog’s Allergies With These 5 Natural Remedies

Let’s take a look at the natural ways you can lessen your dog’s itchiness, from feeding sardines to installing an air purifier.

Help Ease Your Dog’s Allergies With These 5 Natural Remedies

Let’s take a look at the natural ways you can lessen your dog’s itchiness, from feeding sardines to installing an air purifier.
A Husky drinking water by Shutterstock.

4 Lessons Every Pet Parent Should Learn to Help Give Their Dog a Healthy Life

School is in session. On the curriculum: food labels, water safety, and other topics you should know more about for the health of your dog.

4 Lessons Every Pet Parent Should Learn to Help Give Their Dog a Healthy Life

A Husky drinking water by Shutterstock.
School is in session. On the curriculum: food labels, water safety, and other topics you should know more about for the health of your dog.
Bone broth.

Does Your Dog Ignore the Water Bowl? 5 Sneaky Ways to Keep Your Pup Hydrated

From adding water to food to boiling up a batch of bone broth, we tell you how to make sure your dog gets enough water.

Does Your Dog Ignore the Water Bowl? 5 Sneaky Ways to Keep Your Pup Hydrated

Bone broth.
From adding water to food to boiling up a batch of bone broth, we tell you how to make sure your dog gets enough water.

7 Foods That Will Naturally Support Your Dog’s Vision

Dogs are susceptible to cataracts, glaucoma, and other vision-threatening ailments. Here are seven foods that support ocular health.

7 Foods That Will Naturally Support Your Dog’s Vision

Dogs are susceptible to cataracts, glaucoma, and other vision-threatening ailments. Here are seven foods that support ocular health.

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