Sally Jones, Researcher/Writer & Editor

Sally has over 25 years of professional research, writing, and editing experience. Since joining Canine Journal (CJ) in 2015, she has researched and tested hundreds of dog accessories, services, and dog foods. In addition, she brings decades of experience in health sciences writing and communications and is the CJ resident expert on canine health issues. Sally holds a BA in English from James Madison University and an MA from the UNC-Chapel Hill School of Journalism & Mass Communications. Her work has appeared in several notable media outlets, including The Washington Post, Entrepreneur, People, Forbes, and Huffington Post. Sally is currently a pet parent to a rescue dog, Tiny, and three rescue cats.

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Best Dog Food For Pit Bulls: Our Top Picks For All Ages, Skin Allergies & Affordable Options

Despite the bad rap Pit Bulls get in the media, they’re extremely popular family pets due to their loyal and highly affectionate personalities. If you’re a proud pittie parent, you know your pup is a muscular powerhouse who burns a lot of energy. And this requires a diet higher in calories, protein, carbohydrates, and fats than many other dogs need.

I’ll explain the nutritional needs of Pit Bulls for each life stage and give you my top picks to help you find the ideal diet for your furry friend. I also highlight food that’s ideal for some common health concerns with pitties, such as skin allergies and joint problems.

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5 Best Dog Floaties For The Pool, Beach & More

Your family’s warm-weather fun isn’t complete until your canine buddy joins in. Dogs enjoy nothing more than being part of all of our activities. And that includes cooling off on a relaxing raft in the pool, floating or boating around a lake, or riding ocean waves on a floatie. Dog floaties can come in very handy to keep your pup safe and comfortable in the pool. Canine claws can clash with rafts designed for humans. Before you blow up that inner tube of floating lounger for your pup, learn more about my recommendations for the best dog floaties.

Fortunately, you have some super durable options made with materials that can withstand your pup’s nails and bouncy personality. I discuss what to look for in dog floaties, canine water safety tips, and more. Let’s get into it.

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EasyDNA Dog Allergy Test Review: Discover Health Issues

If your dog is scratching a lot or having frequent digestion problems, they could be intolerant to certain food ingredients or environmental factors, like pollen or dust. You can find out which substances are causing your dog distress through an at-home dog allergy test. EasyDNA, a global company that offers a variety of at-home DNA and other tests for dogs and people, has a dog allergy test kit that’s easy to do at home and promises results in just a few weeks. Is their test worth it? And do the results give you enough information for you to actively help your pup? We’ll answer these questions and more…

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BarkBox Review: Delivering A Howling Good Time

Does your household suffer from bored dog syndrome? Feel like you can’t keep your pooch satisfied? Let BarkBox come to the rescue. A BarkBox subscription gives your pup a surprise gift box every month, full of new toys, healthy treats and grooming products. BarkBox saves you time shopping around for a variety of quality toys and all-natural treats your dog will love. Winner of our Best Dog Subscription Box comparison, Barkbox delivers compared to the dozens of other dog subscription boxes on the market. Read our Barkbox review to see why…

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Spot & Tango Review: All-Natural, Fresh & Shelf-Stable Dog Food (With Personal Experience)

Making sure your dog gets a nutritious diet without a lot of additives and preservatives isn’t easy. But you can get all-natural, human-grade dog food delivered right to your door with Spot & Tango. They offer fresh meals and a unique shelf-stable alternative, called UnKibble, that doesn’t skimp on quality. We give you the low-down on their recipes, pricing and more. See how our pups rated their food.

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Embark Dog DNA Test Reviews: Is Your Dog’s Breed (Or Age) A Mystery? (With Our Personal Experience)

We were considering giving our dogs DNA tests but heard that they can be unreliable. You’ll be happy to know that’s not the case with Embark’s newest at-home dog genetic testing kits. Thanks to recent scientific advances, Embark now offers the most accurate at-home dog DNA test available on the market — for breed identification, genetic health risks, and age. They also sell oral and gut health tests as well as purebred tests. There’s something for every dog owner to learn. Read on to find out how much we were able to discover about our dogs!

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HempMy Pet Review: Do They Offer High-Quality CBD Products?

CBD oils and treats are an increasingly popular alternative remedy for such conditions as arthritis, anxiety, digestive problems and more. But not all CBD products are created equal. You want a high-quality formula without any fillers or harmful chemicals. Do HempMy Pet’s CBD oils and treats meet the highest standards? And what’s their product line? We’ll answer these questions and more.

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HolistaPet Review: Are Their CBD Pet Products Safe & Effective?

Are you considering trying out CBD as an alternative all-natural remedy for your dog but aren’t sure which brand to go with? HolistaPet is a popular option for thousands of pet parents because they manufacture pet-specific CBD oils, treats, and many other products. Is HolistaPet legit? Can their products really help with your dog’s anxiety, arthritis, aches, and other ailments?

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