The Purina® Pet Institute's
Health and Wellness Guide

A step-by-step care guide to responsible dog ownership, for all life stages and levels of experience.

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They always run to greet us. Always wait patiently for us to return. But caring for a dog is about love, compassion and ultimately, responsibility. Dogs are the friends we can only aspire to be... That’s why Purina science is dedicated to creating dog care products and providing insights that enrich their lives.

Dog Care Articles

I'm Looking For An Apartment And I Have A Pet. How Can I Get A Landlord to Feel Comfortable Renting to Me? Can I safely give my dog a home massage? What is Heartworm Anyway? Crate Training Understanding Glucosamine and Joint Health How can I keep my dog from barking, growling, and jumping on people when they leave the house? How Can I Help My Dog Get Over His Fear of Thunder? I'm thinking about getting a Golden Retriever. What are some of the characteristics of this popular breed? I love animals. What are some volunteer opportunities that would allow me to help pets? What is the theory behind clicker training? How Does My Dog Stay Cool During the Hot Summer Months? What are some ways that Veterinarians diagnose food allergies in dogs? What is the number one pet in America? What are some of the most common types of pain medications that are prescribed to dogs and how do they work? My dog is friendly when off-leash, but when I put her on a leash she becomes aggressive towards other dogs. How can I change her behavior? My dog knows how to sit, shake, lie down, and roll over. What are some other fun tricks I can teach him? How Can I Puppy-proof my Home? What Does it Take to Become a Veterinarian? My dog suddenly seems very sluggish. Is it just old age? What is Von Willebrand disease?

I'm moving to a new home. How can I help ease the transition for my dog? Housetraining How can I keep my dog from pulling on the leash so much? I'm getting a new puppy. What supplies will I need to purchase before I bring him home? What is Mange and How do I Know if My Dog Has it? What is Lyme Disease and How Can I Protect my Pet? What are some of the potential health impacts of a canine flea infestation? How do dog years really compare to human years? How can I help protect my pet from skin cancer? How can I play with my dog and let him run but still protect him from common injuries due to walking, playing, and running? Dogs and Construction My dog barks and is destructive while I'm away and annoys my neighbors. How can I get him to stop? How is the American Foxhound different from the English Foxhound? What does it mean when someone says that their dog “has papers?” There is construction work being done on my house. How can I minimize the impact this has on my pets? What happens when a dog's intervertebral disks become damaged? I have a Shar-pei, and the skin on his face appears red and inflamed. What might be the cause? Should I Really Brush My Dog's Teeth? I want to celebrate my pets' birthdays. What are some creative ideas for things I can do? What is a Malti-Pom?