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Learn how to care for your new dog with helpful articles and resources.

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Dog Care

  • 3 Steps to Prepare Your Apartment For a Dog

    Learn tips to think about if you're considering a dog for apartment living, including ideal breeds/characteristics & how to make your space dog-friendly.

  • What to Expect When Adopting a Three-Legged Pet

    Learn common concerns from pet parents considering adopting a three-legged pet, including info about mobility, preparing your home, & long-term care.

  • Reasons to Adopt a Senior Dog

    Adopting a senior dog from a rescue shelter might seem like more work than reward, but it actually lets you better choose a dog for your lifestyle.

  • Bringing your puppy home

    Consider these suggestions when deciding to get a puppy for the first time. Follow these tips to ensure you provide your puppy with the best care.

  • First three months

    Learn how to provide your puppy the care he needs in his first 3 months to grow up stong, healthy, and social.

  • Adolescent puppies can be challenging

    Puppies can grow into adolescents much like humans grow to become teenagers. Learn the challenges associated with this change in your puppy.

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  • Is it Safe to Feed My Dog a Banana?

    Dogs go bananas for human food. However, many foods consumed regularly by humans aren't good for dogs, and some are downright harmful. But can dogs eat bananas? Here's the lowdown on bananas for dogs and why you might want to consider giving your dog an occasional bite of this vitamin-rich fruit.

  • Are Grapes & Raisins Bad for Dogs?

    Learn why grapes & raisins are poisonous for dogs, how to manage the situation if they've eaten them, symptoms to watch for, and when to go to the vet.

  • Can Dogs Eat Broccoli? (and Is It Safe?)

    The short answer is yes: broccoli is a safe, tasty treat for our canine friends. It may even have some health benefits. But there are a few things you'll want to consider when serving this vegetable to your pup.

  • Can Dogs Eat Watermelon?

    Watermelon is usually a healthy treat for dogs, but learn the tips about its safety, which parts are OK to feed your dog, and how much is a healthy amount.

  • Can Dogs Eat Cheese?

    Learn whether cheese is a snack that's safe for your dog, including specific types of cheese, ingredients to watch for and how much is ideal.

  • Can Dogs Eat Peanut Butter?

    There's no question that dogs love the peanut butter, but you may have wondered if it's actually good (or bad) for them.

  • Frozen & Fun Dog Treats for Hot Summer Days | Hill's Pet

    Learn how to make frozen dog treat recipes that can help keep your pup cool in the summer heat, including which ingredients work best to keep him hydrated.

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  • How to Get Dog Pee Smell Out of Carpet

    Discover the best tips & tricks for removing pee stains and odor from carpet, including stains that are recent vs. those that have set in for some time.

  • Finding A Lost Dog: What Should You Do?

    Learn what to do if you find a lost dog, including important considerations for approaching the dog and how to keep both you and the dog safe.

  • 5 Signs You Have a Spoiled Dog

    Most pet parents spoil their pets in their own way, whether with paw pedicures, extra cuddles or extra treats. And having a spoiled dog isn't necessarily a bad thing — it's a sign that you love your pet. It only becomes a problem if it starts to affect their health, their behaviour or your wallet.

  • Common Dog Sayings and Their Origins

    We've all heard — and said — the many dog sayings like, "dog days of summer" or "barking up the wrong tree." What do they mean and where do they come from?

  • Dealing With a Dog Peeing on the Lawn

    Discover why dead spots in your green lawn could be caused by dog urine, and learn steps you can take for getting your lawn (& dog) back into shape.

  • People with allergies and dogs

    Learn how you can still enjoy the benefits of a canine companion despite dog allergies. Discover how you can help manage your allergies around dogs.

  • Common Mistakes Dog Owners Shouldn't Make | Hill's Pet

    Dogs running Learn about some of the most common mistakes dog owners make, and what you should do instead to provide the best care for your dog.

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