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Many brands claim to be natural dog food, but how can you know if you're getting the best dog food.

How to Find the Best Natural Dog Food

Many dog owners today are in search of natural dog foods—meals that avoid artificial ingredients, use whole-food sources, and have functional ingredients that support their pet’s overall health in a more holistic way. But with so many brands claiming to be “natural,” how can you tell what is truly high-quality and what is just marketing?
Raw frozen dog food is an increasingly popular option for pet owners.

What to Look for in a Raw Frozen Dog Food

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The increasing number of glass-fronted freezers appearing in pet supply stores is a clear indication that frozen diets made of fresh, whole-food ingredients are increasingly popular with dog owners.
A homemade flea shampoo for dogs can be an effective treatment.

Homemade Flea Shampoo for Dogs

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The basic ingredient in any shampoo is soap, and you can use anything from a liquid dish soap (look for sensitive-skin formulas) to baby shampoo or a castile soap containing olive oil, coconut oil, jojoba oil, or other moisturizing oils.
Human grade dog food is not necessarily the same as quality dog food.

Human-Grade Dog Food Choices

In recent years, there has been a significant shift in the pet-food industry, with owners prioritizing the health of their pets by focusing on...
The best healthy dog treats balance reward and nutrition.

The Best Healthy Dog Treats

Just as snack foods for humans range from nutritious to unhealthy, dog treats vary wildly in quality and nutritional status.
Homemade dog food recipes must include complete and balanced nutrition in order to be healthy.

Concerns about Homemade Dog Food Recipes

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One of the biggest challenges with homemade dog food is the inconsistency of nutrient content in raw ingredients. Ingredients such as meats, vegetables, and grains can vary widely in nutrient content depending on their growing conditions, seasonality, source, storage conditions, and processing methods.
Pumpkin dog treats can offer a seasonal and healthy treat for your dog.

Easy Recipes for Pumpkin Dog Treats

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Most dogs love the taste of pumpkin. The gourd's prebiotic fibers support the microbiome too. Best of all, pumpkin dog treats are easy and fun to make.
Homemade dog food toppers and other homemade dog food can provide a nutritional AND cognitive boost for your dog.

Brain Booster Homemade Dog Food Topper Recipe

Feeding fresh food does not have to be all or nothing. Contrary to popular belief, you can add fresh foods into your dog’s dry dog food to provide nutritional benefits and increase palatability. Formulated to provide dogs with brain boosting whole foods, this simple and convenient fresh food topper is the perfect way to dip your toes into the world of fresh food diets
Our editors have selected the best dog gear of 2025.

Whole Dog Journal’s Gear of the Year 2025

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Here at WDJ, we’re always on the lookout for products that improve life with our dogs in any way. Every year, we talk with our experts and determine the toys, training and care tools, and treats that provide the biggest lift to them and their canine companions. These are their top picks for 2024!
What is the best dog shampoo for odor? We tested six brands to find out.

The Best Dog Shampoo for Odor

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There’s no denying that dogs sometimes stink. Whether your dog rolled in something smelly or is simply overdue for a bath. If your dog is smelling fragrant read on to find out the results of Whole Dog Journals tests for the best odor shampoos for dogs.
Homemade dog ear cleaner can make keeping your dogs ears much less expensive.

Homemade Ear Cleaner for Dogs

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Some dogs’ ears stay clean without any attention or effort from us, but other dogs’ ears are prone to developing a dirty, stinky state...
Cute Maltese puppy dog close up head-shot of the eye detail with typical tear staining around the eye.

Dog Tear Stain Remover: When and What to Use

Dog tear stain removers can remove tear stains. However, tear stains are harmless when they aren't caused by another issue and changes in diet and grooming can also resolve dog tear stains.