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

Light, Lean or Reduced-Calorie: Read the Pet Food Claim

Light, reduced-calorie and low-fat claims answer different questions. Check the comparison, calorie statement and feeding purpose before choosing.

Light, Lean or Reduced-Calorie: Read the Pet Food Claim

Light, reduced-calorie and low-fat claims answer different questions. Check the comparison, calorie statement and feeding purpose before choosing.

During Cancer Treatment, Track the Food Your Pet Actually Eats

Cancer treatment can change eating. Keep a useful intake record, obtain an after-hours plan and discuss nutritional support instead of chasing anticancer foods.

During Cancer Treatment, Track the Food Your Pet Actually Eats

Cancer treatment can change eating. Keep a useful intake record, obtain an after-hours plan and discuss nutritional support instead of chasing anticancer foods.

Before Your Dog Swims, Plan the Exit and the Breaks

Swimming needs more than an eager dog. Check the conditions, supervise closely and plan an easy exit, fresh drinking water and breaks before play begins.

Before Your Dog Swims, Plan the Exit and the Breaks

Swimming needs more than an eager dog. Check the conditions, supervise closely and plan an easy exit, fresh drinking water and breaks before play begins.

A Dog Bath Starts With the Right Product and a Calm Setup

Use a dog-appropriate shampoo, prepare a stable setup and rinse carefully. A skin condition or prescribed wash needs its own veterinary directions.

A Dog Bath Starts With the Right Product and a Calm Setup

Use a dog-appropriate shampoo, prepare a stable setup and rinse carefully. A skin condition or prescribed wash needs its own veterinary directions.

A Cannabis Edible Exposure Needs the Whole Ingredient Label

If your dog may have eaten a cannabis edible, contact veterinary help and save the wrapper. THC strength, other ingredients and timing all matter.

A Cannabis Edible Exposure Needs the Whole Ingredient Label

If your dog may have eaten a cannabis edible, contact veterinary help and save the wrapper. THC strength, other ingredients and timing all matter.

Essential Oils Around Pets: Think Beyond the Scent

Essential-oil risk depends on the product and exposure. Keep concentrated oils away from pets and consider spills, coat droplets and breathing history.

Essential Oils Around Pets: Think Beyond the Scent

Essential-oil risk depends on the product and exposure. Keep concentrated oils away from pets and consider spills, coat droplets and breathing history.