Join us May 3 for 16th annual Strut Your Mutt

Get ready, dog lovers — Strut Your Mutt is right around the corner! Mark your calendars for Saturday, May 3, 2025, with festivities kicking off at 9:30 a.m. at Pine Street Arena, Potsdam. …

Friday, April 25, 2025

What ingredients to look for in fresh dog food

Ollie reports that fresh dog food prioritizes real, recognizable ingredients like human-grade meats, vegetables, and healthy fats, ensuring quality and transparency.

Bryan Agnolia for Ollie

Tuesday, September 15

How to manage the rising costs of being a pet parent

Current reports on managing rising costs as a pet parent, noting expenses for caring for pets range widely, with recommendations for emergency funds and insurance.

Chris Taylor for Current

Thursday, September 24

How long does fresh dog food last in the fridge?

Ollie reports that fresh dog food lasts in the fridge for four days (unopened and opened), while leftovers should be consumed within 24 hours.

Christine Miller for Ollie

Thursday, September 10

The pros and cons of owning a beagle

Ollie reports that beagles are friendly, sociable dogs, but require careful weight management due to their food-driven nature.

Elizabeth Wieck for Ollie

Thursday, July 30

Beach safety for dogs: A vet-backed guide to a safer day by the water

Spot & Tango reports that beach safety for dogs requires preparation to avoid hazards like heatstroke, saltwater poisoning, and sand ingestion.

Cara Heenan for Spot & Tango

Thursday, July 9

The ultimate dog food ingredient guide: How much do ingredients actually matter?

Ollie reports that understanding dog food ingredients is crucial for your dog's health, emphasizing nutrient quality over quantity for optimum nutrition.

Bryan Agnolia, CPC, for Ollie

Tuesday, June 30

The poop scoop: Dog digestion myths debunked

Ollie reports on dog digestion myths, clarifying common misconceptions about poop consistency, kibble vs. fresh food, and the causes of diarrhea during diet changes.

Dr. Lindsay Cassibry, MPH, DVM for Ollie

Friday, June 26

How to spot and get rid of fleas on your dog

Ollie reports how to spot and get rid of fleas on dogs, highlighting symptoms like itching and hair loss, and emphasizing prevention with vet-recommended treatments.

Elizabeth Wieck for Ollie

Wednesday, June 24

A pet-friendly homeless shelter pilot reduced the rate of homelessness among the people it helped in California

A pilot program in Los Angeles reduced the rate of homelessness among homeless people with pets.

Benjamin F. Henwood, University of Southern California, The Conversation

Thursday, March 12

Dogs can need more than kibble, walks and love − consider the escalating expenses of their medical care before you adopt

The decision to bring a dog into the family should recognize that, like other family members, they will require medical care.

David L. Weimer, University of Wisconsin-Madison, The Conversation

Friday, January 23

Dogs are helping people regulate stress even more than expected, research shows

A new study finds that dogs’ mitigation of human stress is more biologically complex than scientists previously understood.

Kevin Morris, University of Denver and Jaci Gandenberger, University of Denver, The Conversation

Monday, July 21, 2025

Join us May 3 for 16th annual Strut Your Mutt

What ingredients to look for in fresh dog food

How to manage the rising costs of being a pet parent

Uncover your kibble: 5 things to look for in your dog’s food

How long does fresh dog food last in the fridge?

Barkitecture: 12 dog-friendly landscaping ideas for your backyard

The pros and cons of owning a golden retriever

The pros and cons of owning a beagle

A pet-friendly homeless shelter pilot reduced the rate of homelessness among the people it helped in California

Dogs can need more than kibble, walks and love − consider the escalating expenses of their medical care before you adopt

Dogs are helping people regulate stress even more than expected, research shows

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