Dog Tips

To celebrate the launch of the new pet site, bark & whiskers, we're reintroducing one of my proudest accomplishments that takes the guess work out of creating healthy meals from scratch for your dog. As a special bonus, here are five new recipes to help you get started.

If your dog is 7 or older, she’s officially a canine senior citizen. And that's the ideal time to take action to ensure the second half of her life is just as healthy and happy as her first. But if you're like countless pet parents, you don’t act until you see this, which can be a tragic mistake.

Wild dogs lick their wounds and so do other critters. Saliva has antibacterial, tissue and nerve growth-promoting properties that speed healing. It's a natural instinct, too, for a dog to lick a wound to keep it clean and to self-soothe. Is it okay to allow your dog to do it?

You're about to or have welcomed a new puppy into your household - congratulations! Are you prepared for what it takes to raise a puppy into a well-adjusted dog? A big part of being successful is honing your ability to read your pup's behavioral cues so you can respond appropriately.

January is Walk Your Dog Month for a very good reason - dog walks are essential for the physical and mental well-being of your pup, and maybe you, too, no matter the time of year. If you dread or avoid walks for any reason, here are some tips for getting you both back on track for the new year.