There are two types of dog owners. People whose dogs politely step over puddles. And the rest of us. If your dog considers mud a recreational activity, sand a permanent accessory and every body of water a personal invitation, you...

It is one of the most predictable events in dog ownership. Your dog emerges from the water. You see the look. You know what is coming. You attempt to move. Too late. The shake begins at the head, travels through...

If you’ve ever been curled up next to your dog, reached down to give them a scratch, and suddenly thought, Why do your feet smell like a bag of corn chips? — congratulations. You’ve discovered one of the strangest and...

When summer temperatures climb, many dogs have one excellent suggestion: Do less. Fair. Hot-weather exercise can become uncomfortable or unsafe, particularly during the hottest parts of the day. Veterinary organizations recommend keeping dogs hydrated, providing shade and watching carefully for...

You know the sequence. Your dog gets wet. Maybe they’ve just had a bath. Maybe they ran out of the ocean. Maybe they jumped into the lake despite your very clear suggestion that today could perhaps be a dry adventure....

If you’ve ever watched your dog hit the beach for the first time, you’ve seen it: The sudden burst of energy.The sprinting.The digging.The pure, unfiltered excitement. It’s different from a park.Different from a walk.Different from almost any other environment. And...