Discover expert dog health guides covering nutrition, exercise, common conditions, preventive care, and mental wellness.

Shivering, whining and seeking warmth are signs your dog may be cold. Cold weather can worsen existing health conditions like arthritis and pose risks to a dog's paws, tail and ears. To encourage a ...

As our cherished dogs enter their senior years, their health, enrichment, exercise, dietary, and social needs can change. By learning the ins and outs of taking care of senior dogs you can better ...

Dogs with thick, double-layered coats tend to be more resistant to cold, while dogs with thin coats are more susceptible to ...

There are two universal truths when it comes to the pet-parent relationship: They can’t speak, and we can’t read their minds. This, of course, makes determining their needs difficult at times—which is ...

Consider adjusting your pup’s walk schedule to early or late in the day when the temperatures are lower, and avoid strenuous walks or runs when temperatures are too high. The ground temperature should ...

Dogs are known for their loyalty, energy, and unconditional love, but one area of their health often goes unnoticed: dental ...

Giving senior dogs the proper care and love could lengthen the pup's life with its forever family. Shelters and animal welfare organizations have long encouraged inexperienced dog owners to adopt an ...

Your dog deserves to feel comfortable and live a happy life. Dog arthritis can cause pain and make it hard to enjoy playing or running at the park. If you give your dog supplements and medications for ...

We asked scientists from the Dog Aging Project for practical tips to improve your dog’s lifespan—from what to feed them to exactly how often they need a walk. Dog owners take their pets for a swim at ...

As a canine nutritionist, there are few commercial dog treats I’ll risk feeding my dogs. The ingredients are often hideous, synthetic, or mysterious. The gimmicky “festive” treats around this time of ...