10 Common Dog Potty Training Issues (Vet-Verified)
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Dog potty training is challenging for most dog owners and is often a rite of passage for becoming a dog parent. You’re not alone in the challenges, and accidents are to be expected as your dog or puppy learns to be potty trained. Many dog parents face similar challenges throughout the experience. So, we’ve compiled a list of common issues that come up during potty training and some helpful tips for dealing...
How to House-Train an Adult Dog: The Umbilical Cord Method (Vet-Approved)
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Have you just adopted an adult dog only to discover they aren’t house-trained? They might say you can’t teach old dogs new tricks, but that isn’t true. You can absolutely teach an adult dog something they should have learned earlier by finding the best method of training for them. When it comes to house training, many find the umbilical cord method to work extremely well. Not familiar with the...
Bird Flu Pet Food Recall – What Does It Mean For You & Your Dog?
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead In a world filled with scary news headlines, it can be hard to know which ones we need to pay attention to. Will a dingo eat my baby? Did renaming the Gulf really cause that blizzard? Is my dog going to get bird flu from their food? We’re not going to comment on the first two, but we can tell you more about the bird flu outbreak, how it affects your pets, and why some raw pet foods have been...
How to Make Homemade Herbal Ear Cleaners for Cats
Creating a natural ear cleaner for cats can be a rewarding experience, ensuring your feline friend maintains optimal ear health without the use of harsh chemicals. Here’s a guide to making effective homemade herbal ear cleaners that can help keep your cat’s ears clean and free from infections. The Importance of Ear Cleaning Cats are known for their grooming habits, but sometimes they need a little extra help to keep their ears clean. Accumulation of wax, dirt, or even parasites like ear mites can lead to discomfort and infections....
Dogs and Car Journeys: Lava’s Off-Key Musicals
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. Lava loves cars and car journeys. It doesn’t even matter if it’s my car or someone else’s. If the door or the boot is open and inviting, she will jump right in. And it’s all great until I start driving. This is when the chaos begins. Lava will be making a very annoying combination of...
AAFCO’s New Policy on Pet Food Record Keeping
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...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: Kitten season tips, marketing long-stay pets and more!
Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. Register now for Camp Maddie: Kitten Edition!Prepare for Kitten Season with expert guidance from leaders in the field! Join us on Tuesday, March 4, 2025 from 9AM PT/12PM ET to 1PM PT/4PM ET, for Camp Maddie: Kitten Edition. This free, half-day session is designed to equip participants with essential skills and knowledge to tackle the challenges of the upcoming kitten season, which is… Learn More Tips for marketing long-stay petsMarketing pets...
Ask Dr. Paola: Monday January 27, 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...
Tattoos With Tails: How Dr Karyn Honors Her Furry Family Members
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. We all have different ways of expressing ourselves and different ways of honoring or memorializing our pets. For me, part of that expression is through artwork on the skin: tattoos. When I was 17, I got my very first tattoo, and this was back before they became very mainstream! It is...
Benefits of Balneotherapy for Your Canine Companion
Balneotherapy, a therapeutic approach utilizing water, is gaining traction among canine caregivers seeking holistic solutions for their furry companions. This innovative treatment not only enhances physical well-being but also fosters emotional healing. As dog parents, understanding the benefits of balneotherapy can transform your dog’s health journey and strengthen your bond. What is Balneotherapy Balneotherapy involves the use of mineral-rich water for therapeutic purposes. It encompasses various techniques, including hydrotherapy,...
Ashwagandha for pets’ seasonal healthÂ
Boost your pet’s seasonal health with Ashwagandha. Support immunity, reduce stress, and alleviate joint pain during colder months. Clinical research shows KSM-66 Ashwagandha root extract helps your dog or cat fight off fall and winter ailments. Fall, winter, spring, summer… there’s something to love about all seasons. That being said, each season brings with it its own set of health hazards – for us and our animal companions. This is particularly true of the chillier months. Fall sniffles, achy winter...
HASS Announces Key Findings and New Resources Developed through the Intake Triage Project
A project dedicated to understanding the root causes behind why people need support, why pets enter the shelter, and how the industry can utilize resources to help more people and their pets. (AUSTIN, TX) January 23, 2025–Human Animal Support Services (HASS), an international project bridging the gap between human and animal welfare, is proudly sharing the preliminary results from its Intake Triage Project (ITP) initiative. Facilitated in collaboration with three HASS pilot shelters, ITP aimed to help animal welfare organizations...
Dogster Photo Contest: Dogs of the Week Winners (Jan 23, 2025)
Click to Skip Ahead This Week’s Winner Name: Gidget and Toby Breed: Yorkshire terrier Fun Fact: “They are brother and sister they watch out for each other, Gidget on the left just had 3 gorgeous puppies! I have 2 other Yorkies Inky is the father of the puppies! Thank You. Q” Cutest Name: Mia Breed: Belgian Malinois Fun Fact: “Here’s my Mia!She started loving dandelions when she was just a puppy, and she has never stopped!” Most Expressive Name: Ruger Breed: Terrier mix Fun Fact: “Ruger loves sunshine,...
How to Train Your Dog with Love + Science Book Review 2025: Canine Coaching You’ll Enjoy
Click to Skip Ahead Our Final Verdict We give How to Train Your Dog with Love + Science a rating of 4.95 out of 5 stars. Writing Quality: 4.9/5 Training Value: 4.9/5 Entertainment Value: 5/5 General Usefulness: 5/5 As a retired dog trainer with a formal education in animal behavior, I probably read a lot more training books than most dog owners. Recently, I picked up Annie Grossman’s How to Train Your Dog with Love + Science. It only took reading a quarter of the book to decide this is one of my favorite training books ever. Not only...
Meet the Company Behind a Natural 30-Day Hot Spot Treatment 1,300 Years in the Making!
For the first time in North America, a product made with a proprietary extract featuring glyconutrients, including sialic acid, is available to restore skin and coat health in dogs and cats in as little as 30 days. MIRANEST is on a mission to promote health in dogs and cats safely, naturally, and effectively. Their pet supplements and skin care products contain an exclusive blend of natural ingredients that help pet parents move away from steroids and pharmaceuticals when managing difficult-to-treat issues. And the secret is a proprietary...
Register now for Camp Maddie: Kitten Edition!
Prepare for Kitten Season with expert guidance from Maddie’s Fund®! Join us on Tuesday, March 4, 2025 from 9AM PT/12PM ET to 1PM PT/4PM ET, for Camp Maddie: Kitten Edition. This free, half-day session is designed to equip participants with essential skills and knowledge to tackle the challenges of the upcoming kitten season, which is expected to be particularly demanding. Most kittens in the United States are born to free-roaming community cats. With shelters already stretched thin, this event will provide critical...
Chiropractic Care for Dogs with Cognitive Decline
As dogs age, they often face a myriad of health challenges, one of the most concerning being canine cognitive dysfunction (CCD). Much like Alzheimer’s in humans, CCD can lead to disorientation, changes in sleep patterns, and altered behavior. Fortunately, chiropractic care offers a promising avenue for managing these symptoms and enhancing the quality of life for senior dogs. Understanding Canine Cognitive Dysfunction Canine Cognitive Dysfunction is characterized by a decline in cognitive abilities due to neurodegenerative changes in...
Top benefits of adding fruits and vegetables to your dog’s dietÂ
Discover the benefits of adding fruits and vegetables to your dog’s diet for better digestion, weight management, and overall health with balanced nutrition. The perfect balance of meat, fruits and vegetables supports whole-body canine health. People often think of meat and protein when it comes to canine nutrition. However, dogs are actually facultative carnivores. This means that while meat is the biggest part of their diet, they also get nutrients from plant-based sources. In fact, fruits and vegetables offer many advantages to...
Most Read Articles on Dogster in 2024
We’re already a few weeks into 2025, so we thought now would be a great time to look back at the articles we shared with you in 2024 and discuss the ones that stood out above the rest. Our five most-read articles ranged from expert advice to lighthearted and enjoyable content filled with pictures of beloved pups. We love to provide our readers with articles that inform, educate, provide safety advice, and share smiles and our top five embody our mission. Now, let’s take a closer look at these articles. Whether you missed them or...
Burrowing, Sniffing & Dead Things: The Wednesday Dogs of Dogster’s Favorites
Click to Skip Ahead Welcome to the Wednesday Dogs of Dogster! Every month, we ask our Dogsters to weigh in on a new topic. This week, we asked them: What Are Your Dogs’ Favorite Activities or Things? Here’s what they had to say: Amanda & Subi Toys and playthings are usually short-lived for Subi, so choosing one to write about is tough. More than anything, she is a creature of habit who thrives on comfort. If there’s one thing that brings her immense joy, it’s an abundance of blankets and a snug bed. Subi is...
