The Dog People

2 weeks ago | rover.com | Victoria Tomis

Not a substitute for professional veterinary help. Contrary to classic slapstick cartoons depicting cats and dogs fighting tooth and nail, they can coexist. Once you know how to introduce a puppy to a cat, you can set them on the path to lifelong companionship instead of furry frenemies. There’s no set timeline for how long it’ll take for your new puppy and resident cat to get along. The outcome at each step depends on your cat’s age, personality, and previous history with dogs.

2 weeks ago | rover.com | Liz Coleman

This article has been reviewed by a pet health professional. It is not a substitute for professional veterinary advice. A puppy’s socialization checklist is long, and there’s a lot to get a new dog used to. One of the most important items on a new pet parent’s to-do list is body handling. A puppy who’s used to being touched and held is much more likely to grow into an adult who’s comfortable with grooming, vet exams, and more. Unfortunately, it’s not enough to just pick up and pet a puppy.

3 weeks ago | rover.com | Kate Barrington

Not a substitute for professional veterinary help. It’s probably not surprising that the amount your dog needs to drink each day varies. Like a human’s, a dog’s water needs change depending on the amount of exercise they’re getting and the heat of the day. But there are also some health issues that can cause increased thirst—which is why it’s important to keep an eye on the level of your dog’s water bowl.

3 weeks ago | rover.com | Kate Barrington

Not a substitute for professional veterinary help. Is it true that dog mouths are cleaner than humans mouths? The quick answer is no. But then why do some people think they are? This myth may have stemmed from the idea that dogs don’t seem to pass diseases as easily between each other as people do. Dogs also appear to lick their wounds in a way that helps them heal. However, our expert, Dr. Jamie Richardson, a veterinarian and Chief Medical Officer at Small Door Veterinary, puts these ideas to rest.

1 month ago | rover.com | Brooke Helton

Not a substitute for professional veterinary help. Table of ContentsCausesAsk a VetOTC Treatments for ItchingAt-Home RemediesEverybody gets the occasional itch, and dogs are no exception. But if your dog won’t stop scratching, they could have an underlying skin issue making them uncomfortable. “Many people assume that when a dog scratches, it must be due to fleas, but that’s not always the case,” says Ashley Dalton, a certified professional dog trainer with Zoom Room Dog Training.