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Elizabeth Holbrook

Old dog (labrador retriever) sleeping on his pet bed under window at home

Are Heated Dog Beds Safe? Experts Explain What To Know Before You Buy

They're always popular when the weather gets chilly—but are heated dog beds safe? Vets explain…

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Dog curls up in heated bed

Review: K&H’s Thermo-Snuggly Heated Dog Bed is Super Soft and Effortlessly Efficient

K&H’s Thermo-Snuggly Heated Dog Bed offers a unique thermostically controlled heater. We see how it…

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Dog english pointer with GPS collar

Should You Buy a GPS Collar for Your Dog? The Pros and Cons of Dog GPS Trackers

Dog GPS trackers are popular safety investments, but are they really better than long lines…

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Homemade Beef Jerky with a dehydrator.

The 6 Best Dehydrators To Make Your Own Dog Chews and Treats at Home

A lot of dehydrators on the market look the same. We filter through the options…

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Hamilton Beach Digital Dehydrator

Review: The Hamilton Beach Digital Dehydrator Is a Step-Up in Making Dog Treats

Reviewers say the Hamilton Beach Digital Dehydrator is great for dog treats and jerky. But…

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Sliced dehydrated treats for dogs on wooden background

Should You Get a Dehydrator for Make-at-Home Dog Treats? Experts Weigh In

Dog treat dehydrators claim to offer a healthy and affordable option for making dog treats—but…

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Two cats contemplating a slow feeder toy

How To Use Cat Puzzle Toys

Cat puzzle toys offer powerful benefits for indoor cats. Here's how to use them, experts…

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Dog sitting in soft crate at campsite

The 7 Best Soft Crates for Travel, Camping, and Transporting

Soft dog crates are great for travel and life in the great outdoors. We’ve rounded…

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Dog naps in soft dog crate

Review: The EliteField Soft Dog Crate Is a Spacious Den

The EliteField Three-Door dog crate is the most popular soft crate on the market, but…

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Dog with licking tongue, close-up view, shot through the glass

Does Your Dog Need a Lick Mat? Experts Review the Benefits

Dog lick mats have been hyped as the solution to everything from anxiety to dental…

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Roo Smiles and Wears a FitBark GPS

Review: The FitBark Activity Tracker Wins Big for Health, But GPS Struggles in Rural Areas

We review the FitBark GPS for dogs and its unusual activity tracking to see how…

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Corgis with bags of A Pup Above bone broth food

Review: A Pup Above’s Bone Broth Food Wins With Picky Eaters

Gently cooked with bone broth, A Pup Above's fresh dog food is designed to appeal…

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