The Daily Dog

Spooky Pets? Top 10 Pet Costumes for 2026

Halloween is one of our favorite times of year — because who doesn't love seeing their furry friends get in on the spooky-season fun? Whether your pup is ready to strut around the neighborhood or your cat will tolerate exactly five minutes of costume time (we've all...

How to Help Your Dog Feel Less Lonely When the Kids Go Back to School

The backpacks are packed, school supplies are ready, and summer vacation is officially coming to an end. For families, back-to-school season often means getting back into a busy routine. But what happens to your dog when the kids head out the door? After months of...

Outdoor Dog Safety: How to Prevent Tick and Mosquito Bites

There’s nothing better than spending time outdoors with your dog. Whether you're hiking a wooded trail, exploring a local park, camping for the weekend, or simply enjoying a walk around the neighborhood, fresh air and exercise are great for both of you. Unfortunately,...

Keep Your Pet Mentally Stimulated and Safe During Extreme Heat

When temperatures soar, our daily routines with our pets often need to change. Long walks, energetic games of fetch, and afternoons spent exploring the neighborhood may need to take a back seat until the weather cools down. While protecting your pet from heat-related...

All About Mutts: Why Mixed Breed Dogs Make Wonderful Companions

When it comes to choosing a canine companion, purebred dogs often get a lot of attention. But walk through any animal shelter, and you'll quickly discover some of the most lovable, unique, and loyal dogs around: mutts. Mixed breed dogs, often affectionately called...

Top Ten Tips for Traveling with Your Dog: Car and Airplane Edition

Traveling with your dog can be a rewarding experience, but it also requires some extra planning to ensure that your four-legged friend stays safe, comfortable, and happy. Whether you're hitting the road in a car or flying high in an airplane, preparation is key. Here...

Keep your dog happy and healthy during unpredictable weather

When the weather turns gloomy—whether it’s pouring rain, unexpected snow, or scorching heat (as we've seen in just the last few weeks of March in Chicagoland) it can be tough on our dogs. Walks get shorter (or skipped altogether), energy builds up, and boredom can...

Spring is almost here! Outdoor fun and training activities for your dog

Spring is near in Chicagoland! The snow has melting, the trails are drying out, and longer days mean more time to get outside with your dog. After months of quick walks in freezing temps, both you and your pup are ready to stretch your legs and refresh those training...

How Ice, Salt, and De-icers Affect Your Dog’s Paws

Winter walks can be magical—fresh snow, crisp air, and an excited pup bouncing along beside you. But while winter looks beautiful to us, it can be surprisingly harsh on your dog’s paws. Ice, road salt, and chemical de-icers are some of the most common (and overlooked)...

Cold Weather Activities to Keep Your Dog Healthy — Indoors and Out

When temperatures drop and daylight gets shorter, it’s easy for routines to change. But dogs still need regular physical movement and mental stimulation throughout the winter months to stay healthy and balanced. With a little planning, cold weather can be a great...

PETertainment

Bailey the Pitbull pup starts shaking or whimpering when someone puts on their socks. And though her cage is adorned with toys and blankets, she knows she will soon be going to her cage for the next 7 hours. Mark, the wonder pug is actually a small rare breed who is...

Puppy Manners

This article is written to help you and your puppy begin training in the early months. It contains helpful hints for training puppies and establishing a trusting relationship. We start by sharing information about what to expect in the first few months. Older puppies...

Q&A – Heat Stroke In Dogs

Question: Dear Dr. Richards, I am a guide dog user who lives in Florida. As you know it gets extremely hot and humid here during the summer months. If I am working my dog outside during the day (which I do not really like doing but have to occasionally) what should I...

How To Pick The RIGHT Dog

For many kids, the family pet is their best friend—a companion who not only provides unconditional love, but who also teaches them about friendship, responsibility, loyalty, and empathy. While most family pets are cats and dogs, other animals can be wonderful...

Ten Tips to a Poison Safe Household

Dogs are very inquisitive. Sniffing, smelling, and usually tasting almost anything in sight are natural behaviors for a dog. For that reason, we commonly see dogs ingest items that are not their food and at times can be very dangerous poisons. There are two major...

Understanding Separation Anxiety

One of the main reasons people acquire a dog is for companionship. Like us, dogs are able to form strong bonds with people. One could even argue that dogs are even more social than we are. Due to their instincts they a even more motivated than humans to stay with...

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