Family Pets

Find tips on how to keep your puppy from mouthing and biting on your arms, your hands, or anything else that's not her toy.

Find advice on how to keep your puppy from jumping up on people and how to keep him calm.

Learn how to make your dog's crate a happy place, not a place for punishment.

Find tips and advice on how to train your puppy yourself, and where to take your puppy to be trained.

How will your dog react to a new pet? Find information and tips on how to make the transition as smooth as possible.

Read how to keep your dog safe and healthy during the extremes of winter and summer weather.

Exercise is important for your growing puppy's overall health and physical development.

Be prepared and keep your family pet healthy and safe with these first-aid tips.

Read the pros and cons of spaying or neutering your dog.

Learn what to look for when choosing a veterinarian.

Learn how to make the first few weeks with your new dog more comfortable for both your new family member and you.

Learn which type of toys, transportation, food, treats, and leashes are best for your pup.

Learn how to go about rescuing a stray dog and finding its home.

Get advice on what to look for and what questions to ask when looking for a new companion at an animal shelter or pound.

Don't support puppy mills and pet stores that treat animals like merchandise.

By Jess Faraday

The problems with backyard dog breeders and the best ways to adopt a dog for you and your family.

Once you've decided on a breeder, allow him or her to help you pick the puppy that best fits your lifestyle.

When searching for a puppy, make sure the breeder is open to questions and deals responsibly with the dogs.