Dog Tips

These comprehensive articles can guide you through the ups and down of dog ownership, from proper nutrition and exercise to training and grooming. Read through all the tips here to keep your pooch happy and improve their longevity.
fresh meat kibble
Dog Tips

What You Need to Know About Fresh Meat Kibble

A study showed adding fresh meat to a kibble formula results in higher concentrations of essential amino acids than dry food made with meat meal. Does that mean it's a healthy choice for your dog or cat? Here's what they're not telling you about these pet foods.
7 min read
link between hearing decline and dog dementia
Dog Tips

Is There a Link Between Hearing Impairment and Dog Dementia?

You've noticed your older dog doesn't seem to hear as well as he used to. With humans, hearing impairment can be one of the biggest predictors of dementia. Is that so with dogs, too? Know the five classic signs of cognitive decline in dogs and five ways to help your pup stay mentally sharp.
9 min read
dog pain nontoxic therapies
Dog Tips

Nontoxic Therapies to Help Relieve Your Dog's Pain

Natural pain relief options can often be effective for mild to moderate pain, with or without other pain medications. These nontoxic therapies work at the root of your dog's pain instead of masking symptoms by acting on her nervous system, reducing inflammation and boosting circulation.
4 min read
adopt a shelter dog
Dog Tips

One of the Best Ways to Help Homeless Dogs

When you do this, you save at least one - if not two - precious lives. Plus, it allows you to take a stand against pet stores, puppy mills and irresponsible backyard breeders. Here's how to turn it into one of the most memorable experiences of your life.
4 min read
tumor-fighting foods for pets
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The Best Tumor-Fighting Foods for Pets

Chances are, if your dog or cat develops a tumor or other malignant condition, your vet may suggest feeding this soon-to-be-released pet food. Here's why following that advice may be a serious mistake, and what I recommend feeding instead, along with eight immune-enhancing add-ins.
6 min read
World's Smartest Dog
Dog Tips

What We're Learning From the World's Smartest Dog

With a 1,000-plus word vocabulary, Chaser may be the most important dog in the history of modern scientific research. While dogs can develop the mental capacity of a 2-year-old toddler, she has learned more than three times the number of words. What's the secret sauce in her specialness?
6 min read
can dogs sense moods
Dog Tips

How Dogs 'See' the World and Sense Your Mood

Finally, there's proof of what dog parents have suspected for a long time. Your dog can sense your mood, know when you are stressed, feel happy or frightened. But how does that affect your dog's long-term well-being? Can your emotions cause disease - and even tumors - in your dog?
6 min read
ways pets tell you they love you
Dog Tips

Count the Ways Your Pet Loves You

It's Valentine's Day, and for most owners, their pet holds a special place in their hearts. Today, show your pet how much you care - and be sure to recognize the sometimes hidden (or even offensive) ways she shows you you're the center of her world.
3 min read