How to make your dog smell good naturally – without a bath!
Baths are important for canine health, but these 7 tips will help you learn how to make your dog smell good naturally and keep your dog clean and smelling fresh between trips to the tub. Bathing your dog can be fun. But it can also be a hassle, as there’s a lot of preparation involved. And you have a canine companion, especially a large breed, who would rather do anything but take a bath, it can be challenging. While baths are the ultimate way to keep your dog clean, too many can disrupt his natural skin and coat oils. This...
Ask Dr. Paola: Monday January 6, 2025
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Welcome to our “Ask Dr. Paola” series, where every Monday we bring expert advice straight from Dr. Paola Cuevas (MVZ) to help our readers better understand their dog’s health and well-being. Whether you’re a new pet parent or a seasoned dog lover, Dr. Paola is here to provide answers to your most pressing questions. From nutrition tips and preventive care to troubleshooting common behavioral...
Pet doula end-of-life care for dogs and cats
Why more dog and cat parents are turning to pet doulas for compassionate end-of-life care and support for their beloved companions. Cats and dogs have one thing in common with us. They age. The problem is, they get old much faster than we do. The years fly by quickly, and before we know it, that frisky puppy or kitten becomes an ailing senior entering the final stage of life. Losing a beloved animal companion is never easy. However, pet doula end-of-life care can make the transition less stressful and more comfortable for both you and your...
Jobs for different dog breeds
Find engaging jobs for different dog breeds! Keep your dog healthy, happy, and stimulated with activities matched to their unique instincts. Many dog breeds need jobs in order to thrive. Find the best activities to keep your canine happy, healthy, and engaged. Many dogs have evolved to do more than provide us with companionship. Over multiple generations, people developed different breeds to fulfill specific roles, from herding to hunting to retrieving. These dogs need to work to maintain their peak mental and physical fitness. In some cases,...
Air-dried dog food with novel proteins for digestive health – the wisest choice
Want to nourish your dog with wholesome ingredients? You can feed him air-dried dog food with novel proteins for digestive health support — all while making better choices for the planet! Wisdom™ Air-Dried Dog Food recipes and new Air-Dried Jerky treats from Earth Animal provide the answer. Let’s find out why air-dried dog food with novel proteins for digestive health is such a smart choice. Starting with the best ingredients Earth Animal carefully selects each ingredient with sustainability in mind. They also...
How ear cropping in dogs affects health and behavior
Ear cropping is painful, and can cause health and behavior issues in dogs. Find out why the procedure is done – and why it should end. Cropping a dog’s ears used to be common. Today, this controversial practice is viewed more as a cosmetic choice than a necessity. Proponents say it enhances the character of certain breeds. Others argue it’s cruel and unnecessary. This article explores how ear cropping in dogs affects health and behavior. What is ear cropping and what does it entail? Ear cropping removes part of a dog’s...
Fred’s Reverse Sneezing: Why He Does It & Why I’m Not Worried (with Video)
Hi, I’m Dr. Karyn! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my five funny dogs, Poppy, Bailey, Kodah, Ned, and Fred. Fred, one of two adorable Chihuahuas who light up my life on a daily basis, has some pretty strange habits. His obsession with his toy donuts, his paralysis when picked up, and his apparent anxiety when he is the center of attention, are the quirks that make him one of the most ‘special’ dogs I’ve ever known. Another of his little peculiarities is his reverse sneezing. It can happen when he...
6 reasons why it’s better to use organic ashwagandha for animals
Organic ashwagandha for animals is safer, more potent, and eco-friendly—so it’s more powerful for boosting stress relief, energy, and overall health for your pets. Ashwagandha, an ancient herb traditionally used in Ayurvedic medicine, is celebrated for its adaptogenic properties. It helps manage stress, boost energy, and enhance overall well-being in both humans and animals. Organic-certified ashwagandha, in particular, stands out as the best choice. This is due to its superior purity, potency, and sustainability. Let’s take...
Top dog names for 2025
Looking for the perfect name for your new dog? Check out the top dog names for 2025 and find the ideal name for your furry friend. What’s in a name? Quite a lot, as we’ll see. When choosing the right name for your new dog, don’t just consider names that are unusual or funny, or those you like best. You also want a name that’s easy to pronounce. It should also be one your dog will respond to when you call him. Dogs tend to be more responsive to short names. Short names are also easier to say than longer ones with...
Traditional Mexican Curanderismo for Dogs and Cats
Animal Wellness is North America’s top natural health and lifestyle magazine for dogs and cats, with a readership of over one million every year. AW features articles by some of the most renowned experts in the pet industry, with topics ranging from diet and health related issues, to articles on training, fitness and emotional well being. Source: Animal Wellness...
Dogster Photo Contest: Dogs of the Week Winners (January 2, 2025)
Click to Skip Ahead This Week’s Winner Name: Decklan Breed: Great Dane/ black face fawn Fun Fact: He is almost 3 years old and has panosteitis and still is the goodest boy ever! He loves “doin walkies, playing with those bunnies and doin protects for his mama”!!! Cutest Name: Buddy Breed: Miniature Schnauzer mix Fun Fact: Buddy came from Hands of Hope rescue in Great Bend, Ks. He was diagnosed with megaesophagus when he was 3 but is now 8.5 years old. He’s wearing the doggles during a cold laser treatment for...
Let the Kibble Games Begin: Gizmo’s Adventure Meals
Welcome to the Wednesday Dogs of Dogster! Every Wednesday, we share a story from one of our Dogsters. This week is about Kate & Gizmo, her scruffy Pug mix. Gizmo’s a smart little dude, and especially when I first adopted him, he needed a lot of entertainment and enrichment, for both mind and body. My dog trainer gave me a great bit of advice: meals are his favorite time of the day, so why would you waste that on a bowl? His breakfasts and dinners quickly became the best time of the day for both of us, as I devised elaborate games...
Happy New Year’s Eve From Dogster – How to Keep Your Dog Safe During Fireworks
Happy New Year’s Eve! We hope you have had a lovely holiday season, and are ready to ring in the new year and say a pleasant farewell to 2024. In many parts of the world, New Year’s Eve is celebrated with music, dancing, drinking, and fireworks. For those who don’t have a dog in their home, the events of the last day of the year are more than welcome, but some of the celebrations are dreaded for the dog parents out there. As the parent of an anxious rescue dog, fireworks now stress me out as much as they do her. Dogs can be...
Dog New Year’s Resolutions: Lava’s Plans for 2025
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Hi, I’m Dr. Maja! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my two crossbreed dogs, Lava and Hela. It’s almost New Year! Most of us spend the final few days of the Old Year thinking of our New Year’s resolutions and all the things we want to change and improve going forward, in between all the preparations and planning for the big night. How about dogs? In all honesty, they don’t care...
Volunteering with Your Dog to Support Animal Welfare
Animal Wellness is North America’s top natural health and lifestyle magazine for dogs and cats, with a readership of over one million every year. AW features articles by some of the most renowned experts in the pet industry, with topics ranging from diet and health related issues, to articles on training, fitness and emotional well being. Source: Animal Wellness...
Ask Dr. Paola: Monday December 30, 2024
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Welcome to our “Ask Dr. Paola” series, where every Monday we bring expert advice straight from Dr. Paola Cuevas (MVZ) to help our readers better understand their dog’s health and well-being. Whether you’re a new pet parent or a seasoned dog lover, Dr. Paola is here to provide answers to your most pressing questions. From nutrition tips and preventive care to troubleshooting common behavioral...
The Best of 2024: Dr. Karyn’s 5 Favorite Posts
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Hi, I’m Dr. Karyn! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my five funny dogs, Poppy, Bailey, Kodah, Ned, and Fred. As we enter that bleary-eyed confusing period between Christmas and New Year, I thought I’d take this chance to look back over the highlights of my year spent documenting the various antics and inspiration my dogs have provided and entertained us with. Well, I’ve been...
50 Homes For Dogs By New Year’s Eve To Begin Emergency Shelter Renovations
Dec 27, 2024 Austin Pets Alive! has received permission from the City of Austin to make urgent repairs to our kennels and long-overdue renovations to our 70-year-old shelter that will ensure better care, comfort and safety for our animals and staff. We’d like to begin the work as soon as possible, but several steps must be taken before we can begin. First, we need to move as many dogs as possible into foster or adoptive homes so that we’re operating with just 100 open kennels. We’ve been working towards our 100 kennels goal...
Dogster Photo Contest: Dogs of the Week Winners (December 26, 2024)
Click to Skip Ahead This Week’s Winner Name: Termite Breed: Chihuahua Fun Fact: This was her first bank biscuit. She was so proud of it she wouldn’t put it down even to bark. When we got home she immediately ran off and buried it in a flower pot. Cutest Name: Barney Breed: Havadoodle Fun Fact: “Fell Asleep Waiting For Santa”. Barney is named after my dad who passed away recently, he is a two year old havadoodle and full of personality! He is always ready to cuddle in the recliner with you or chase after he favorite pet...
The 12 Days of Christmas If Written by Dogs
Welcome to the Wednesday Dogs of Dogster! Every Wednesday, we share a story from one of our Dogsters. This week is about Amanda and her sweet Chihuahua, Subi. Christmas songs are the tree toppers of holiday parties. It is impossible not to feel joy or the Christmas spirit when the classics are buzzing in the background of a holiday party. The 12 Days of Christmas is an especially fun one that sparks impromptu singalongs, usually ending in a debate about the number of geese-a-laying or maids-a-milking. A quintessential tune that’s bound...
