From playtime to walk time to leaving them home alone, ensuring your dog’s safety should always be top of mind. Our experts cover everything from general how-tos to specific circumstances, so you’ll be prepared for whatever comes your way.
Consult our guidelines to determine whether—and for how long—you can reasonably leave your dog alone. Our questions are designed to help you make the...
Heat can affect dogs differently than humans. It’s important that you can tell when your pup is in danger. Dr. Madeline Fellin explains the signs of...
Along with careful supervision, teaching kids the basics of dog behavior helps them recognize and respect boundaries, for their safety and the dog’s...
A dog ramp or stairs allow an older or arthritic dog to access favorite spots, from the sofa or the foot of your bed to the car’s back seat or cargo...
Learn the tactics to use if you find a lost dog with no ID tags, including step-by-step instructions and strategies to handle a fearful or defensive...
When you reach for a cool drink of water or seek out a shady spot in the punishing heat, remember your dog needs these too, and often sooner than you...
Socializing a dog is crucial for his well-being and his family’s; patience and consistency are key, but the results are a confident and well-adjusted...
Find the perfect for companion for you you and your family by taking a quick and quiz. Our dog breed selector is designed to identify a perfect match...
Melinda Benbow is the owner of Indiana’s Urban Uplander Pet Care and offers her professional knowledge of pet care and dog training to help local pet...