Author: Sassafras Lowrey
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Your Dog Ate a Chicken Bone — Here’s What to Do
Eek! Your dog ate a chicken bone! What do you do next? Find out how to handle a dog who ate a chicken bone and why most bones are bad for dogs in the first place.
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Let’s Talk Apple Cider Vinegar for Dogs — Can You and Should You Use It on Your Pooch?
Apple cider has been touted as a sort of miracle remedy for humans … but can you use apple cider vinegar for dogs? And if apple cider vinegar is safe for dogs, how and when should you use it?
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3 Tricks Your Dog Will Love
Dog tricks are a fun way to spend quality time with our dogs and give them physical and mental exercise.
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Send Your Dog Back to School
Now’s the perfect time for your dog to brush up on core subjects like basic household manners and obedience skills.
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How To Encourage A Reluctant Dog To Swim
Swimming might not come naturally to all dogs, but it is a skillset that dogs can be taught.
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Keep Your Dog Safe In The Water This Summer
Whether hitting the beach or spending the afternoon in your backyard, with some safety precautions, you and your dog can safely have fun in the water this summer.
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Don’t Shave That Dog
While “less fur keeps a dog cooler” sounds like common sense this isn’t always the case.
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6 Water Games to Play With Your Dog This Summer
Whether you are hitting the beach or spending the afternoon in your backyard with some safety precautions, you and your dog can safely have fun in the water this summer.
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What’s Your Dog’s Play Style?
Make the most out of playtime with your dog and support your dog as he plays with other dogs by learning what type of play your dog enjoys.
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When a Beloved Dog Dies
From mourning to memorializing, here’s help to process your grief and honor your pup’s memory.
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What is Resource Guarding and What Should You Do About It?
It’s natural for dogs to want to keep things.
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How Do You Memorialize Your Dog?
We asked Dogster readers to share stories about how they have honored a dog’s passing.
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The Truth About Puppy Mills
What are they, and what’s being done about them?
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Gardening With Dogs: Tips for Creating a Pet-Safe Garden
These are safety considerations you need to think about when gardening with dogs
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Yes, You Can (and Should) Teach an Old Dog New Tricks
Dogs love to learn, and learning can and should be life-long.
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Does My Dog Have Seasonal Allergies?
Ever wonder if your dog has seasonal allergies? Here’s what you need to know about canine seasonal allergies.
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Let’s Get Physical —Therapy, That Is
Don't diss it—Physical rehab can help your dog if he has arthritis, an injury or disease.
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Yes, Your Dog Can Get Too Many Walks
Thanks to COVID-19 dogs who usually spend their days looking out windows are being walked, sometimes several times a day. But is this sudden activity change safe? Here’s what you need to know about canine conditioning.
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Here’s How to Plan an Easter Egg Hunt for Your Dog
Having an Easter egg hunt for your dog is not only fun to watch, but rewarding for dogs.
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What to do if Your Dog Needs Vet Care During the Coronavirus Pandemic
Nothing about the world right now feels like business as usual, and unfortunately, this is true about accessing vet care for our dogs.
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Teach Your Dog a New Trick While You’re Stuck At Home
Social distancing in response to coronavirus for most of us means a whole lot more time at home. Use this time to teach your dogs some new tricks.
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Your Questions About Kennel Cough — Answered
What are the symptoms of kennel cough and does it warrant a trip to the vet? Is there any kennel cough vaccine? Here's what you need to know.
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Everything You Need to Know About the AKC’s Canine Good Citizen Program
For a dog to be awarded the CGC title, he must be able to demonstrate proficiency with 10 basic skills.
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So, Your Dog Ate Onions — Here’s What to Know
Can dogs eat onions? And what are your next steps if your dog ate onions? The facts about onions and dogs are a little complicated — let’s find out more.
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8 Dog Movies to Watch During the Holidays
This holiday season, don't forget to get cozy on the couch with your dog and some beloved films.
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Why We Love Black Dogs
Here are our favorite things to love about black dogs.
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Dog Zoomies: Why They Happen and What to Do
Zoomies in puppies and dogs might sound funny — and usually they're silly and harmless! But, why do the dog zoomies happen and could they ever put your pup in danger?
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Gastritis in Dogs — What to Know
Most of the time when your dog throws up there is nothing to worry about. But there could be a good chance that something worse is going on.
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Do You Have a Lethargic Dog or a Dog Who Just Loves to Sleep?
The old saying goes let sleeping dogs lie, but can dogs ever sleep too much? Can sleeping be signs that something is wrong?
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Dog Surgery Help
Is your dog going into surgery for the first time? Learn the keys to making your dog's surgery a success.
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