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A One-On-One With Wisdom Panel: What You Can Learn From Your Dog's DNA

Do you know your dog on a molecular level? Wisdom Panel™ is one of the leading pet DNA tests on the market, and provides dog parents with utterly fascinating, shockingly accurate insight into the true individuals that their pups are.

We're Here For Dog Parents: Understanding Your Pup's Physical Cues

Dogs primarily communicate through body language. Here's how to deepen your bond by understanding and reading their needs and responding in kind.

We're Here For Dog Parents: Understanding Your Pup's Vocal Cues

Dog parents value open communication, and know there's meaning behind their pups barks, bays and whimpers. Even if that meaning is just “Squirrel! Squirrel! Squirrel! Squirrel!”

We're Here for Dog Parents: How to Nurture the Person/Pup Bond

Bonding with your dog means consciously tuning in to their unique ways of expressing themselves, and responding with clarity and empathy. Here are some other ways to deepen your connection.

Dog-Friendly Deviled Eggs Recipe

Looking for a dog-friendly summer recipe? Try these pup-approved deviled eggs. When offered in moderation, eggs are a healthy source of protein for dogs, and are especially droolworthy when topped with Nom Nom's filler-free jerky treats.

Traveling With Dogs: How to Take Your Pup on Planes, Trains and Automobiles

Planning a vacation? Don't leave your dog out in the cold (or, you know, in a kennel). With the right gear and just a bit of advance planning, they can make excellent travel companions.

What Your Breed Needs: Enrichment Strategies for Your Dog's Personality

From the energetic and playful Labrador Retriever to the dignified and loyal German Shepherd, it's widely believed that different dog breeds exhibit specific behaviors. These distinctions often stem from centuries of selective breeding for particular traits, such as herding, hunting, guarding, or companionship purposes. Yet while breed-specific traits provide a ...

Tips for Bringing a New Puppy Home

If there’s a greater joy than bringing a new puppy home, we still haven’t found it. Those oversized eyes gazing straight into your soul. Those adorable, Cheeto-smelling paws grasping at your heartstrings. Those sleepless nights, pee-stained rugs, and war-scarred arms from their shockingly razor-sharp claws. It's a joy! And while ...

A Guide to Exercising Your Dog's Mind

Mental exercise is key to a dog’s overall health and happiness. It prevents boredom, improves cognitive function, and creates an opportunity to bond with their favorite people.

How to Dog-Proof Your Garden: The Best Pet-Friendly Plants

Check out our guide to pet-safe plants and dangerous plants to dogs, when creating a pet-friendly backyard.