Reign was two years old, accomplished in the show ring, and still had her whole life ahead of her. Instead, she died inside a parked vehicle in Chester County, Pennsylvania, after her handler returned home to help her own dog…
There are moments when our dogs do something that makes us stop and pay attention. Maybe it is the way they suddenly stare toward a window. The way they become restless for no obvious reason. The way they keep returning…
Obesity in dogs is not always obvious. Weight gain can happen gradually, making changes in a dog’s body shape, energy levels, and daily habits surprisingly easy to overlook. By the time the extra weight becomes noticeable, it may already be…
Written on behalf of Operation Foster (Formerly PACT) The story that started it all begins outside a Philadelphia animal shelter, with a man crying on the sidewalk. He wasn’t hurt or lost; he was a service member about to deploy…
This article was created in sponsorship with Wahl, which helps make content like this possible. Grooming is about much more than just keeping your dog looking their best. A consistent grooming routine helps support healthy skin and coat, allows you…
Welcome to our Dogster Weekly Photo Contest, where every other Monday we pick the best three photos from our readers, based on that week’s topic. This week’s topic was “Couch Potato”, and we received some amazing photos from you. And although…
If you’ve ever stood at the edge of a dance floor, a gym class, or a new hobby thinking, “Everyone here started years before me. I’ve already missed my window,” I’m going to say this with my WHOLE chest: You…
For a very long time, I believed one of my greatest strengths was my ability to work hard. I was the kind of person who liked making plans and seeing them through to get the best possible result—because that’s what…
Let’s talk about squats! Love them or hate them, squats are an essential exercise for building strength in your lower body. Why Squats Are a Powerful Lower Body Strength Exercise Squats are a compound strength exercise. This means that unlike…
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…
