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New 40-Minute Test Spots Dog Dementia in Middle Age, Study Finds
Scientists just validated CANID, a 40-minute cognitive test that catches canine mental decline in middle age — years before most owners notice. Here's what it means for your senior dog.
Oct 14, 2026 • 6 min read
Daylight Saving Ends Nov 1: Reset Your Dog's Routine in a Week
Clocks fall back November 1, 2026, and dogs run on routine, not the clock. Here's a gradual seven-day plan to reset feeding, walks, and sleep before the change, plus what the research says about which dogs struggle most.
Oct 13, 2026 • 6 min read
FDA Clears a Path for a CBD-THC Drug for Dog Bone Cancer Pain
The FDA just opened a conditional-approval pathway for CannEpil, a CBD-THC drug aimed at bone cancer pain in dogs. Here's what the ruling means—and the big safety caveat every owner should know.
Oct 9, 2026 • 6 min read
Minnehaha’s Off-Leash Dog Park Is Set to Close Dec. 21. Here’s the Plan, and Where to Go Next
Park Board records show Minnehaha’s off-leash area is scheduled to be decommissioned Dec. 21, 2026. Here’s what changes on site, why, and the best Minneapolis alternatives for your dog.
Oct 8, 2026 • 8 min read
Pet Obesity Day Is Oct 14 and 59% of U.S. Dogs Are Overweight
National Pet Obesity Awareness Day is October 14, and APOP's latest data shows roughly 59% of U.S. dogs are overweight or obese. Here's what the extra weight really costs — and five simple steps to help your dog slim down this month.
Oct 7, 2026 • 5 min read
Alaska Airlines Bans Pugs and Bulldogs From Cargo Starting Oct 1
As of October 1, Alaska Air Cargo won't carry Pugs, Bulldogs, Boxers, or other flat-faced breeds in the hold across Alaska, Hawaiian, and Horizon flights. Here's what changed and how to fly your dog safely.
Oct 5, 2026 • 5 min read
DC Landlords Can No Longer Ban Dogs by Breed, Size, or Weight
As of October 1, 2026, Washington, D.C. became the first U.S. jurisdiction to ban breed, size, and weight restrictions on dogs in rentals — and cap pet rent and deposits. Here's what it means for renters everywhere.
Oct 2, 2026 • 6 min read
Common Pet Accidents and Illnesses That May Require After-Hours Urgent Care
Even healthy pets have accidents and sudden illnesses after the vet closes. The common injuries and symptoms that call for after-hours urgent care, the red flags that mean go to the ER now, and how to make the visit go smoothly.
Sep 30, 2026 • 4 min read
How to Get Your Pet the Right Veterinary Care After Hours
When your dog or cat gets sick or hurt after your regular vet closes, the right next step depends on how serious the symptoms are. How to choose between urgent care and an emergency hospital, and what to check before you leave home.
Sep 30, 2026 • 4 min read
Lab Beagles Are Becoming Family Pets as New Bills Target Testing
America's No. 7 breed is also the dog most often bred for research — but two new federal bills and a wave of rescues are changing that. Here's what it means for owners, and how to adopt a former lab beagle.
Sep 30, 2026 • 6 min read
Dogs Listen for Consonants to Find Words, Just Like Human Babies
A new study in Science reveals dogs pull words out of continuous speech by tracking consonants—exactly like human babies do, no special training required.
Sep 28, 2026 • 5 min read
Private Dog Park Searches Just Jumped 403% — Why Owners Are Paying $30 an Hour to Skip the Public Park
Searches for “private dog park” are up 403% in three months as owners pay $5–$30 an hour to rent private, off-leash space. Here’s what’s driving the boom and how to use one well.
Sep 23, 2026 • 5 min read
Dock Diving Is Booming — and a Whippet's 36-Foot Record Headlines Missouri's Nationals This October
Dock diving has quietly become one of dog sports' most accessible competitions — and its national championship lands in Springfield, Missouri this October. Here's how the sport works, why almost any water-loving dog can play, and how to get started this fall.
Sep 22, 2026 • 5 min read
Can Dogs Eat Licorice? Risks, Xylitol Dangers & What to Do
Dogs should not eat licorice. Candy licorice is loaded with sugar, black licorice contains glycyrrhizin, and sugar-free versions may hide toxic xylitol—here's what every owner needs to know.
Sep 19, 2026 • 7 min read
Summer Maltese Haircuts: 6 Cool, Low-Maintenance Styles for Hot Weather
The best summer Maltese haircuts trim that flowing white coat shorter so your dog stays cool, dry, and mat-free. Here are 6 groomer-approved styles and the sun-safety rules that matter most.
Sep 18, 2026 • 6 min read
Mucus Dog Poop: Causes, Colors, and When to Worry
A small amount of mucus in dog poop is often normal, but a sudden increase or mucus with blood, straining, or vomiting can signal a problem. Here is what it means and when to call your vet.
Sep 18, 2026 • 6 min read