Gear

From collars and leashes to stylish dog beds and sweaters, we’ve got lots of recos on canine gear to keep your dog’s accessories on-trend.

Slow feeder dog bowl in pink filled with kibble.

Best Slow Feeder Dog Bowl: Puzzle Feeder, Ball & More

While most of the attention gets put on what goes into a dog’s bowl, the dish you pick to feed your dog on is important. While it may seem that any old plate or dish will work, in truth, there is a wide variety to choose from that meets differing needs. Some dogs eat too fast, some eat too slow, and some cannot stop eating. For many dogs, a slow feeder dog bowl is the best pick.

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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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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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Best Dog Shoes For Hot Pavement: How Hot Is Too Hot For Dog Paws?

These boots are made for walkin’ — and for protection when your dog’s paws could blister in the sun. Yes, it’s true: dogs can scorch their paw pads from the hot ground on a sweltering summer day. Read my reviews of the best dog shoes for hot pavement to learn how to protect your dog’s paws and how you can test the temperature of the pavement yourself to ensure your dog’s safety.

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Kong Dog Toys Review: 9+ Options For Endless, Durable Fun

If you’ve been a dog owner for a while, you’ve very likely heard of or have even purchased a Kong for your pup. Kong has been a leading manufacturer of fun, interactive and extremely durable toys for decades. We’re big fans of Kong products ourselves and want to share our reviews of some their most popular toys, treats and other products to help you keep your dog happy and mentally stimulated…

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Best Dog Nail Grinder: Quiet Electric Options To File Your Dog’s Nails

Trimming your dog’s nails can be a major hassle. Veterinarians recommend doing it every four to six weeks to keep them at a healthy length. But using a clipper to trim your dog’s nails can pose some safety concerns if your dog is super squirmy or you don’t know where to clip them off safely. So, what’s the best method to keep your pup’s nails trimmed? Many pet owners and professional groomers swear by dog nail grinders. These tools help you avoid cutting the quick (the blood supply and nerve) of your dog’s nails, which can lead to bleeding, pain, and possible infection. Our top picks can help you keep your dog’s nails trim and healthy.

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FluentPet dog buttons with box laying on the floor.

6 Best Dog-Talking Buttons: FluentPet vs Hunger For Words vs Vocal Pups vs Mewoofun & More

Have you ever thought that life as a dog parent would be so much easier if your dog could talk to you? They can, thanks to dog-talking buttons, sometimes called dog button boards. This fun training tool enables dogs to learn how to communicate and is a great way to bond with them. Dog talking buttons are more than just a social media fad, and there’s actual science behind them. Here, I explore everything you need to know about training a dog to use buttons and the features you need to look for. I also review the best dog talking buttons and offer tips on how to train your pup to use them.

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Best Rawhide Alternatives For Heavy Chewers: Long Lasting Dog Chews That Are Rawhide-Free

If you’ve been a dog parent for a while, you may have heard about the dangers of giving your pup rawhide treats — even though you can find rawhide products in almost any pet store. Rawhide is so popular because it’s a cheap, long-lasting chew that can keep dogs entertained for hours. But the dangers far outweigh the benefits.

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Best Dog Subscription Box For Heavy Chewers: BarkBox Super Chewer vs Bullymake vs BoxDog

You get new tough dog toys, and your dog absolutely loves them. But within minutes, stuffing is everywhere, the squeakers extracted, and your dog has destroyed $20 worth of new toys. We all know this situation far too well. Maybe you perform reconstructive surgery on the toy by duct taping it, but that only lasts a short period before your dog tears it to shreds all over again. So much for tough. Quit wasting your money on toys that barely last five minutes and start buying dog toys designed for your heavy chewer.

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