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Safety & First Aid
Dog safety, household hazards, seasonal dangers, first aid, travel safety, and emergency awareness.
Your Dog Thinks the Christmas Tree Is a Giant Toy: 10 Ways to Prevent Holiday Disasters
Your Christmas tree is a festive masterpiece. Your dog thinks it's an amusement park. Here's how to keep your decorations standing and your pup safe this holiday season.
Read moreNovember 12, 2026
Dog Ate a Candy Wrapper? Warning Signs and Next Steps
Dog ate a candy wrapper? Learn the risks of swallowed candy wrappers, warning signs of intestinal blockage, and when to contact your veterinarian\.
Read moreOctober 17, 2026
The Ultimate Halloween Dog Safety Checklist: Before, During & After Trick-or-Treating
Halloween is full of fun—and a surprising number of dog hazards. Use this before-during-after checklist to keep the candy, costumes and chaos from becoming an emergency.
Read moreOctober 9, 2026
The 10-Minute Fall Backyard Dog Safety Check
Closing up the backyard for fall? Take 10 minutes to walk through it from your dog’s point of view and catch the things hiding under furniture, behind planters and around the yard before your dog does
Read moreOctober 6, 2026
Dog First Aid Kit: What You Actually Need (and What You Don’t)
What actually belongs in a dog first aid kit? Here’s our practical checklist of useful supplies, what to skip, and how to prepare before your dog has an emergency.
Read moreOctober 5, 2026
My Dog Ate Something They Shouldn’t: What to Do in the First 10 Minutes
Did your dog eat something they shouldn’t? Here’s what to do in the first few minutes, what information to gather, what not to try at home, and when to seek emergency veterinary help.
Read moreOctober 5, 2026
Does My Dog Need Stitches? What to Do When Your Dog Gets Cut
Your dog got cut, there’s blood, and now you’re wondering whether this is a clean-it-at-home situation or a trip to the vet. Here’s how to make that decision without panicking.
Read moreOctober 2, 2026
Fall Walk Safety: What Dog Owners Should Watch For
Acorns, antifreeze, early darkness, and cooling temperatures — the season brings a fresh set of walk-time hazards. Here's your checklist.
Read moreAugust 3, 2026