A little more understanding.

Food, health and the everyday moments that bring us closer. Practical knowledge for life with cats and dogs, from the PARTNER Editorial Team.

Dog Care

A Soft Swelling Under a Dog’s Jaw Needs an Exam

Know what to note about a swelling under your dog’s jaw and why changes in breathing or swallowing make the situation more urgent.

A Soft Swelling Under a Dog’s Jaw Needs an Exam

Know what to note about a swelling under your dog’s jaw and why changes in breathing or swallowing make the situation more urgent.

Help a Blind Dog Find the Bowl Every Time

Keep food and water in predictable places, clear the approach, and check how much your dog eats and drinks while they adjust.

Help a Blind Dog Find the Bowl Every Time

Keep food and water in predictable places, clear the approach, and check how much your dog eats and drinks while they adjust.

Your Dog’s First Meal at Home After Surgery

Write down when your dog may eat, what to offer, and when nausea or a missed meal should prompt a call to the surgery team.

Your Dog’s First Meal at Home After Surgery

Write down when your dog may eat, what to offer, and when nausea or a missed meal should prompt a call to the surgery team.

Compare Pet Food by Cost per Day, Not Bag Price

Use package weight and the portion you actually feed to estimate days per bag and daily cost, with a worked example for two fictional foods.

Compare Pet Food by Cost per Day, Not Bag Price

Use package weight and the portion you actually feed to estimate days per bag and daily cost, with a worked example for two fictional foods.

Opened Wet Pet Food: Save the Portion Still in the Pack

Separate the untouched portion from bowl leftovers, store it cold promptly, and use the package instructions for how long to keep it.

Opened Wet Pet Food: Save the Portion Still in the Pack

Separate the untouched portion from bowl leftovers, store it cold promptly, and use the package instructions for how long to keep it.

After a Pet Vaccination, Which Signs Need Urgent Care?

Know what to watch for after a dog or cat’s vaccination, when to seek emergency care, and what to keep in the record for the next visit.

After a Pet Vaccination, Which Signs Need Urgent Care?

Know what to watch for after a dog or cat’s vaccination, when to seek emergency care, and what to keep in the record for the next visit.