Strange Dog Hobbies: Why Is Fred Always Licking the Bed?
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. All dogs are weird, right? I’m sure it’s not just mine. But I am sure that Fred is on the upper end of the weirdness spectrum, which just makes him all the more lovable. From his inexplicable social anxiety to his adorable security donuts, it seems that there’s always...
Dogster Photo Contest: Dogs of the Week Winners (Feb 20, 2025)
Click to Skip Ahead This Week’s Winner Name: Effy Breed: Pomeranian Fun Fact: “Hi, I’m Effy! A little ball of fluff with a bigheart! I love belly rubs, treats, and making everyone smile. When I’m notbusy being the cutest pup around, you’ll find me going on adventures,napping in the sun, or giving the best cuddles. Please vote for me andlet’s make this contest pawsome! “ Cutest Name: Buddy Breed: Maltese Fun Fact: “buddy is 12 years old and i adopted this awesome senior last january...
The ‘W’ Word and the Evolution of Walks for Rosa and Mac
Welcome to the Wednesday Dogs of Dogster! Every Wednesday, we share a story from one of our Dogsters. This week is about Nicole and her two rescue dogs, Mac and Rosa. Living with dogs means learning their language, but more importantly, it means realizing they’ve learned ours. I’ve heard people say that dogs don’t understand English but I’m confident those people have never owned a dog. In our home, like many homes with dogs, there is one word we dare not speak unless we are fully prepared to follow through: walk. Even...
Ear Dermatitis In Dogs: Our Vet Explains the Signs, Risks & Treatment
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead Ask any general practice veterinarian what type of ailments they see most often in dogs and I will guarantee you that skin and ear problems will make the top three. Healthy skin is vital for a healthy body, being the first line of defense against injury and infection, an essential part of the sensory system, and the body’s largest organ. Although they make up a relatively small part of the...
10 Best Dog Foods on Chewy in 2025 – Reviews & Top Picks
As a dog owner, can you even keep up anymore with all these recent changes in dog diets? It can get so confusing as things change, wondering what the best options are for your best buddy. Luckily, we can help out. Chewy is a huge supporter of pet health, offering terrific nutrition with convenient shipping options. We rounded up ten of the best dog foods Chewy offers with intense research and testing. Here are our reviews. Click to Skip Ahead A Glance at Our Top Picks (2025 Update) The 10 Best Dog Foods on Chewy 1. Purina ONE Natural True...
Cancer Treatment Gets Personal: How Artificial Intelligence Is Taking the Guesswork Out of Common Canine Cancers
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Cancer – a single word that can change your world in an instant. It doesn’t discriminate. It doesn’t care if you’re old or young, rich or poor, kind or spiteful; it is the great equalizer. It is also one area of medical research that is constantly on the move. This week, we were lucky enough to speak to one of the pioneers of an extraordinary new weapon in the war against cancer in both humans...
Dogs and Anxiety: How Lava, Hela and Lajka React to Everything
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. Having three dogs with totally different personalities is quite fun. It’s interesting to observe each one’s reaction to a common event, such as visitors, or a more uncommon and stressful one like sudden thunderstorms. And it’s also peculiar that with the three of them spending all of their...
Ask Dr. Paola: Monday February 17, 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...
Would I Clone My Dog? Dr. Karyn Faces Temptation
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. What I love about my work here at Dogster, apart from being able to share all the fun and foibles of my household of dogs and cats, is being able to share my knowledge and experience about pet health and behavior. Part of that process is researching different topics and subjects that I...
Dogster Photo Contest: Dogs of the Week Winners (Feb 13, 2025)
Click to Skip Ahead This Week’s Winner Name: Max Breed: Belgian Malinois Fun Fact: So adorable, he is turning 2. But it feels like 1 got him in 2000😭 Cutest Name: Hank Breed: Goldendoodle Fun Fact: Everybody loves Hank. Most Expressive Name: Daisy Breed: Chihuahua Fun Fact: “This is Daisy. This pretty Chihuahua is turning 11 years old May 30 2025.She is my bestie and I totally adore her. She’s sassy and extremelyprotective of her person.” Silliest Name: Rosie (but we like to call her ‘The Tiny’...
