Your dog may love you but they also have a fear of new people. Here's how to help your dog's fear of strangers for a better public experience.

Stress can affect a dog's behavior, body language, and overall well-being. Learn how to recognize common stress signals and support a calmer, more confident dog.

When you already have a cozy bed for your pup, you might ask if dogs need blankets. Learn why dog blankets can be beneficial and how to choose one.

Breeders hope that their dam will be able to provide for all her puppies, but sometimes she needs help. Even the strongest and best prepared bitch may not be able to meet the nutritional requirements of a large litter without risk to her or her puppies’ health. And in any size litter, there might be […]

From the day she came into Sylvia Kidd’s life nine years ago, Cowpoke stole her heart and blossomed into her soulmate. With a seamless blend, the Blanchard, Oklahoma, teammates and recent participants in the AKC National Agility Championship in nearby Tulsa, serve up a feel-good back story of love and commitment. So, first things first. […]

Four decades have passed since the dawn of New York’s poop-scoop law. Has it changed the world? In 2019, a Denver homeowner posted a sign on her lawn. It was a cry of frustration, her version of “I’m mad as hell, and I’m not going to take it anymore.” Unlike the insane newscaster from the […]

For the first three to four weeks of puppies’ lives, meal time is not a hard job for breeders. But once those puppy teeth erupt, many Moms avoid nursing, plus growing puppies need more nutrition. Breeders must decide when to start weaning litters and what to feed them during the transition from Mom’s milk to […]

Dogs spend lots of time staring at us owners, but why do dogs stare so much? Communication, expectation, and understanding are some reasons why dogs stare.

Getting a dog or becoming a multi-dog household can be more complicated than it sounds. Here's how to decide the right number of dogs for you.

Hyperkeratosis refers to the overproduction of keratin, the protein that makes up a dog's hair, skin, and nails. Learn about the condition.