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Everything you need to know about that floppy, happy new puppy in your life—from potty training to first vet visits and all the toys they will ever need.

Person walking their dog in the street

Don’t let your new dog walk you.

Small puppy sitting on training pee pad at home.

First step: patience.

Woman playing with her puppy.

Whether you should save them for the tooth fairy is another issue entirely.

Two Dogs Sitting in Back Yard.

Having an older, wiser dog around can be a big plus.

white-and-black dog sleeping in crate

It’ll make life easier for both of you—eventually.

a puppy chewing a chew-safe bone

Give them an alternative to your shoes.

Woman leashing up her dog for a walk outside.

You’re happy to see them, too. But you’d be even happier if they didn’t create a mess.

Cute Labrador puppy barking outside in the grass.

Follow this guide for a calm and content puppy.

Beautiful white shepherd puppy sitting on the apartment floor whining.

Besides being ridiculously cute.

Cute white dog looking up at someone eating dinner.

Because wanting to eat everything and being able to eat everything are two very different things.

Woman turning away from her husky dog's mouth.

What happened to that adorable puppy breath? We explain everything.

dog leaning on laptop while man types

It will be super helpful if you ever need a pet-sitter, too.

Woman snuggling her puppy in her arms.

Diarrhea in puppies can be caused by many things.

Woman taking her puppy outside in the grass.

If anything requires patience, it’s this.

Two men carrying their puppies outside in the park.

Balancing puppy socialization and safety is tricky.

Woman giving her Labrador dog a bath in the tub.

Hint: It’s probably less often than you’d think.

Two dogs being playful outside on a grassy hill.

In moderation, it’s normal. Excessively? It’s not.

a human petting a dog on a dog bed

Our dogs sleep with us, too. But these trainer-recommended dog beds—from indestructible ones for puppies to orthopedic options for seniors—are the next best thing.

Two golden retrievers, white and gold, traveling together at the back of the small compact silver and orange car. Sitting in the trunk, looking outside through the opened window.

Bring your pet along for the ride with these pro tips from a dog trainer.

dog near pee spot on carpet

The next time your dog pees on your favorite rug, be prepared with this simple, three-step method.

Woman holding her small puppy in her arms.

Symptoms to look out for.

Cute Pit Bull puppy laying down in a crate.

If you like expert tips, you’ve come to the right place.

Pomeranian puppy not eating it's kibble outside.

We asked two veterinarians for advice.

puppy eating from dog bowl

Here's everything you need to know.

Woman with neck-length black hair wearing all black leather and black converse walking her brown dog on a black and white harness against a yellow tin background

Experts pick the best harnesses for every kind of dog—from flat-faced breeds to tiny teacups to escape artists.

Various Veggie Chips in a Ceramic Blue Bowl

Add it to the list of healthy human superfoods pups can eat, too.

Couple walking their new puppy outside in the grass.

And learn how often they have to go outside.

Pit Bull Gives Birth to Green Puppy, Family Names Dog Fiona in Cute Nod to the Shrek Movies.

This harmless condition is only temporary. Here’s why it happens.

A woman sitting on a floor playing with her dogs.

If they’re following you around like your shadow, there’s a reason for that.

Woman trains with a young husky on a dog training field

The questions to ask and credentials to look out for to find the right trainer for your dog, according to a pro.

Woman feeding puppy from a bowl at home.

They might act hungry all day, but it’s up to you to know the facts.

Pitbull puppy sitting in the middle of the stairs.