The Best Dog Shoes
All-weather shoes protect dog paws year-round, but are most appropriate for protecting paws from hot pavement. We tested six designs from five companies – Ruffwear’s Grip Trex were the best.
Visiting National Parks with Your Dog
Dogs are allowed in all U.S. National Parks, but most prohibit dogs on all or most trails. Study the rules in order to plan an enjoyable vacation for you and your dog.
The Best Dog-Walking Gear
Here are our top picks for basic dog-training and dog-walking equipment that every dog owner should have, including collars, harnesses, leashes, long lines, clickers, and treat bags.
Dog Cone Alternatives For Post Op
Options for replacing Elizabethan collars include simple DIY versions and a few comfortable commercial devices.
Time Changes Can Disturb Your Dog
How to help your dog adjust to the clocks changing due to the beginning or end of daylight saving time.
“Should I Get A Second Dog?”
Things to think about if you’ve ever wondered if you should get another dog, or how many dogs is too many.
Dog Collars vs Harnesses
Is a collar or a harness better for your dog? It mostly depends on the dog! But the quality of the gear, its design and fit, and how you introduce and use it, will influence how well it suits your dog.
Dogs Water Safety
Contrary to popular belief, not all dogs automatically know how to swim. Here’s how to teach a dog to swim – and how to improve the water safety of dogs who already swim well.
What Is a Safe Dog Crate?
The best safe and durable dog crate is the one that fits your dog and is able to withstand any escape attempts.
Do Anti-Anxiety Dog Beds Work?
A dog bed for anxiety must suit your individual canine’s needs.
Are You Considering Buying a Pair of Dog Shoes?
If your dog is uncomfortable where you walk, whether by season or terrain, dog shoes are a solid consideration.
Are Dogs Allowed On Trains?
Your dog can travel with you on most trains, but expect limits on size and the number of dogs, and he will need to remain quietly in his carrier.
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Don’t Adopt Littermates
STOP! Don’t do it! Whether the idea of adopting two puppies just occurred to you, or you had been planning to adopt two all along, every trainer I’ve ever met would advise you to think twice and adopt just one. Because training and socializing littermates well is more than twice as difficult as training and socializing one puppy.