I always assumed I’d be an exceptional patient. As a professor of medicine who researches patient experiences, I figured I’d know what to expect, how to communicate, how to regulate my emotions, how to follow directions. I imagined myself harnessing…
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…
If your dog won’t stop scratching, licking, or chewing their skin, you’re not alone — and you’re definitely not helpless. Allergies are one of the most common (and frustrating) issues dog owners face, often showing up as itchy skin, red…
If there’s one skin care goal that never fades, it’s radiant skin. A healthy glow signals balance and vitality, but keeping that luminosity can be difficult. Stress, seasonal changes and even well-meaning products can leave the complexion looking dull or…
In this article Winner Most Expressive Best Action Shot Silliest Most Dignified Cutest Sleepiest Enter Your Dog View 7 More + Less – This Week’s Winner Name: Wally Breed: Border Collie Fun Fact: “Wally is very knowledgeable and intelligent. He…
Not every small dog needs constant attention. While some toy breeds are famously clingy, others are surprisingly independent and well-suited to spending some time alone without becoming stressed or destructive. If you’re looking for a small companion who won’t mind…
At Dogster, we’ve long admired the creativity behind projects that bring animals and people closer together. That’s why we’re excited to share the story of Dreaming Dog—a first-of-its-kind, research-backed album designed to soothe dogs while also delivering a rich listening…
It’s safe to say that most people want to be healthy. No one enjoys being sick, but it’s more than that—illness, whether acute or chronic, impacts quality of life. Defining Health Beyond the Absence of Illness Health, of course, is…
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…
Life has a way of testing us. Challenges come in many forms, whether it is illness, financial stress, grief, or the everyday weight of responsibility. Through these moments, one constant has carried countless people forward: the companionship of a pet.…
