The Doggie Bowl

Discover advice and tips from experts on how to be the best dog mom or dad to your furry best friend your dog! We even have stories from dog parents like you and fun ways to celebrate our pooches. Search by category or tags to find the best content for you.

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How to Find the Perfect Dog Walker

By: Kelly Kantrowitz

Thursday, April 22nd, 2021 • 7 mins read

It’s not about where you walk, it’s about the soft pitter-patter of your pup’s paws as they stroll joyfully through the neighborhood. Every pooch requires daily exercise in order to maintain their mental and physical well-being. If we’re being realistic,…

Wellness

8 Best Fruits and Veggies For Your Dog

By: Becca Stewart

Monday, April 19th, 2021 • 5 mins read

Our furry family members bring us years of joy and companionship. Feeding them a diet rich in nutritious foods will keep them healthy and happy throughout their lives, which is what every dog owner wants, right? But sometimes you run…

Advice

Dear Mary Puppins: My Dog is Ruining Zoom Meetings

By: Hannah Richter

Thursday, April 8th, 2021 • 6 mins read

Hannah Richter (aka Mary Puppins) is a certified dog trainer and current instructor at Andrea Arden Dog Training in NYC. If you have something you want to ask Mary Puppins be sure to email us at woof@dogspotted.com!

Advice

Dear Mary Puppins: My Puppy is a Night Owl!

By: Hannah Richter

Tuesday, April 6th, 2021 • 4 mins read

Hannah Richter (aka Mary Puppins) is a certified dog trainer and current instructor at Andrea Arden Dog Training in NYC. If you have something you want to ask Mary Puppins be sure to email us at woof@dogspotted.com!

Products

Trainer Edition: 8 Essential Items to Shop for Before Your Puppy Comes Home

By: Hannah Richter

Monday, March 22nd, 2021 • 6 mins read

I often am asked, “what should I do before my puppy arrives?”  Setting up your puppy’s new home prior to their arrival provides them a space of their own. Creating boundaries and a puppy area is important as setting the…

Paw-renthood

Ulti-Mutt List | FAQ: What to do When Bringing Home a Puppy

By: Alexandra Gonzalez

Monday, March 22nd, 2021 • 6 mins read

There’s nothing quite like the excitement of bringing home your new puppy. All of the cuddles and play time that is spent with them is second to none. However, it’s crucial to be prepared to care for them as well….

Paw-renthood

Is Crate Training Right For You?: 5 Tips for Crate Training

By: Heidi Walker

Sunday, March 21st, 2021 • 9 mins read

Are you considering crate training a new puppy, or wondering if it is the right thing for your furry friend? There is a stigma against utilizing a crate as it’s often associated with neglectful behavior from the pet owner, but…

Products

Trainer Edition: 5 Types of Dog Leashes (Pros & Cons)

By: Lara Sullivan

Saturday, March 20th, 2021 • 8 mins read

A dog leash is one of the unsung heroes in the world of dog products. When you buy a leash it’s quite unlikely that you tell your friends about this wonderful piece of equipment that can keep your dog safe…

Advice

4 Tips for Raising a Pandemic Puppy

By: Kelly Kantrowitz

Monday, March 8th, 2021 • 8 mins read

Let’s face it: the Covid-19 pandemic has greatly altered the definition of “normal” for people all across the globe. Along with adjustments to our professional, educational, and social lives, we also fell into some bad habits – like putting the…

Advice

5 Important Tricks to Teach Your Puppy

By: Rebecca West

Monday, February 8th, 2021 • 7 mins read

The best time to teach new tricks is right after bringing them home (after fawning over them for a couple of hours of course!). Setting the pace for learning tricks is important and can make teaching new ones easier in…

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