Caring for a female dog during her first heat cycle can feel overwhelming for many pet parents. It takes patience, extra care, and some know-how to keep her comfortable while keeping your home clean.

It’s easy to forget that while we’re enjoying the sun, our dogs are experiencing heat in a completely different and more dangerous way. They can’t tell us when they’re too hot, so it’s our job to ...

Consider adjusting your pup’s walk schedule to early or late in the day when the temperatures are lower, and avoid strenuous walks or runs when temperatures are too high. The ground temperature should ...