The Doggie Bowl
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As Told by Tim the Trainer: The 4 Types of Dog Training
There is an ongoing joke amongst dog trainers that goes like this: “The only thing two dog trainers can agree on is that the third dog trainer is always wrong.” In my personal experience as a trainer I have been…
Figuring Out My Rescue Dog’s Life Story
Like most rescue dogs, we didn’t know much about our hound mix’s life when we adopted him. It is a sad truth that with a rescue, you probably won’t know your dog’s actual birthday, how many siblings they had, or…
10 Must-Have Winter Items For Your Dog
Brr! It’s almost cuddling and hot chocolate season (aka winter). That means it’s time to bring out those warm comfy jammies and socks, and snuggle with your furbaby on the couch. It’s also time to make the perfect winter kit…
Advice from the DOGtor | Fleas, Giardia, Separation
Dr. Brett Shorenstein (aka The Dogtor) is a general practitioner and owner of Abingdon Square Veterinary Clinic in New York, NY. He is a USDA-accredited Veterinarian whose professional interests include internal medicine, dermatology, and nutrition. If you have a question…
First Aid Kit: A Must Have For Every Dog Parent
Dogs are not robots! Sometimes they get injured and experience pain like you and I. Other times, they fall ill and need urgent medical attention. As a dog owner, you need to be able to care for your dog when…
The Best Food Toppers for Your Dog
But Why Toppers? I’m not Anderson Cooper; I don’t think I could eat the exact same lunch every day for months at a time. My dog, however, gets excited to eat the same dried-up kibble for both breakfast and lunch…
A Dog Day in NYC
A city dog deserves to experience it all, which is why having a day where your pup can follow you around is a great way to have a bonding experience (and get them to sleep through the night). If you…
Instagram Dogs in 5 Dog-Friendly Cities by Size
Cities are notorious for being crowded and busy. Sometimes you just need to smell the roses and look at cute dogs. Don’t worry, we made it easy on your phone battery and thumbs to find the cutest pups from small…
7 Ways To Keep Your Dog Occupied When Indoors
“Who wants to go out!?” As a dog parent, this question probably elicits uncontrollable tail-wagging and oodles of joyful yelps from . After all, fresh air and playing outdoors can furnish your furry pal with the mental stimulation and exercise…
Groomer Edition: Top 8 In-Home Grooming Questions
What’s that smell? It’s probably . Perhaps it’s time for an at-home spa day! Grooming is a key part of keeping your dog not only healthy but happy. It’s important to maintain their skin and coat as much as possible…