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Best Dog Breeds for First-Time Pet Parents
Please remember to look at shelters and purebred rescues for your dream pup.
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Don’t Ignore These 9 Behavioral Signs That Your Dog Is in Pain
Animal behaviorist Karen B. London breaks down the silent ways your pet is trying to tell you they’re hurting.
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Cancer is More Common in Purebred Dogs, Study Says
Nationwide’s veterinary analytics team looked at the cancer claims of 1.61 million dogs and found that purebred dogs are nearly twice as likely to get cancer as mixed breeds.
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A New Drug Could Make Your Dog Live Longer
LOY-002 is a drug aimed at improving your pet’s quality of life—and helping them live longer.
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New Research Finds a Dog’s Size Impacts Their Disease Risk
A study finds small and large dogs have their own unique set of health concerns.
![Two companionable dogs, a Jack Russell Terrier and a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, share a cozy couch.]()
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A New Drug Could Make Your Dog Live Longer—Meet the Woman Who Created It
The founder and CEO of Loyal, Celine Halioua, tells Kinship what the future of pet parenthood could look like, starting with more time with your pup.
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Lipomas in Dogs: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment of Fatty Tumors
Here’s why you (probably) shouldn’t worry.
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A New Drug Aims to Extend the Life Expectancy of Large Dogs
The FDA determined it has a “reasonable expectation of effectiveness.”
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How Do I Stop My Dog From Counter Surfing?
Celebrity dog trainer Victoria Stilwell’s pro tips for keeping paws off your charcuterie platter this holiday season.
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Get This John Legend x Lay Lo Dog Bed Collab While You Can
Give your dog’s old bed an EGOT-worthy upgrade.
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The Fiction of “Unadoptable” Shelter Dogs
Wolf Mother K9 founder Saharai Salazar on misunderstood behaviors, giving every pup a chance, and the need for more empathy.
![Saharai “Sada” Salazar and a large Belgian Malinois dog who is part of the Wolfmother K9 Rescue.]()
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“Strays” Is Unlike Any Dog Movie You’ve Ever Seen
Director Josh Greenbaum tells Kinship about how he captured the funniest aspect of this hilarious film: dogs being dogs.
![An abandoned dog teams up with other strays to get revenge on its former owner in new movie Strays.]()
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Does a Change of Season Mean a Change of Hairstyle — For Your Dog?
Celebrity dog groomer Jess Rona sets the record straight about “summer cuts.”
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Oncotect is Revolutionizing Canine Cancer Screenings
One in four dogs will develop a form of cancer. This new test hopes to catch cases earlier and increase success rates.
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Why You Shouldn’t Get a Dog Breed Because You Saw It in a Movie
The John Wick franchise’s latest installment could pose a real threat to Belgian Malinois.
![Keanu Reeves and Halle Berry star in John Wick with two German Shepherd dogs.]()
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How to Make Homemade Dog Kibble
Learn how to make dry dog food with this easy homemade dog kibble dish.
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11 Tough Toys for Power Chewers
Veterinary behaviorist Dr. Valli Parthasarathy reccos the most durable dog toys for destructive players.
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- lifestyle
“My Pit Bull is Family” Fights For the Big Little Guys
The fair-housing org’s journey from bumper stickers to databases.
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Kassidi Jones and Her Pit Bull Ginger Are Shedding Light on Pet Parenthood and Racism
The academic — an exciting, emerging voice in animal advocacy — comes wielding both cute Pit Bull pics and uncomfortable truths.
![Kassidi Jones sitting on a green velvet couch with her curly hair in two big pom poms and wearing a coral spaghetti strap jumpsuit while her tan dog Gingers Naps licks her face.]()
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“How Do I Get My Dog to Stop Pawing at Things?”
Dog trainer Robert Haussmann’s tips for teaching a pushy pup that there are friendlier ways to get what they want.
![A woman sitting on her bed, holding her dog's paw in her palm.]()
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It Was Only a Matter of Time Before Shinola Designed Pet Accessories
The Detroit brand’s debut collection is understated, sustainable, and very, very cozy.
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Pinups for Pitbulls Rolls Up the Victory Curls For the Pups Who Need It Most
Back in the day, pinup models donned their victory rolls to boost wartime spirits. Now, they do it to advocate for a much-maligned dog breed. Deirdre Franklin, the founder of Pinups for Pitbulls, explains how a burlesque hobby evolved into a life-saving non-profit.
![Deirdre Franklin dressed as a pinup model holding one of her calendars while sitting on a wooden table next to a Pitbull dog sitting on its hind legs looking up at her]()
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Warning: Ugly Holiday Sweaters Will Only Make Your Dog Cuter
Inspired by everything from It’s a Wonderful Life to The Big Lebowski, these are the best of the worst holiday sweaters.
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Welp, Amazon’s Having Another Prime Day Sale
Pet parents, it’s time to race to Amazon for this bonus discount moment.
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Pia Baroncini Has an Open-Door Policy For Foster Dogs
The LA entrepreneur has one thought when she sees an animal in need: “How dare we not help?”
![Pia Baroncini wearing a black dress posing for a picture with her arm around her dog.]()
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Think Your Dog Can Be an Obedience Champ?
You don’t have to look like you belong on Best in Show to be a contender.
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The Inspiration Behind Lay Lo Dog Beds Is — No Surprise — a Very Special Senior Dog
Who doesn’t love a terrazzo print these days?
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“How Do I Get My Dog to Come When Called?”
Kinship Collective dog trainer Robert Haussmann’s tips for getting a stubborn pup to listen up.
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![A stylish young woman wearing a white jumpsuit walking her Dalmatian dog with a light blue hands-free leash made by the Fable brand]()
![Pet parent Victoria Cheng and her partner in a skate park trying to teach their Corgi dog to skateboard with treats]()
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“Velvet Hippos” Need Their Beauty Sleep
Co-founder Shalina Chen on how her Pit Bull-inspired beds don’t sacrifice style for comfort.
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- lifestyle
The Dirt on Dog-Proofing Your Yard
10 steps to a safe outdoor space. Landscaper not required.
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“How Can I Curb My Dog’s Squirrel Obsession?”
Dog trainer Robert Haussmann’s pro tips for walking a pup that wants to chase everything that moves.
- health
Does Your Dog Need a Massage?
Help your dog stay fit and flexible with these stretch techniques by a certified pet strength and conditioning specialist.
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Modernbeast is a New Brand of Nonprofit
Co-founder Hope Reiners on designing sustainable pet products and donating 100% of the profits to animal rescues.
![Hope Reiner smiling at the camera seated in a brown chair hugging a Golden Retriever rescue dog named Oliver]()
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Zach Skow’s Dogs Saved His Life. Now He’s Returning the Favor
The founder of Marley’s Mutts and the Pawsitive Change Program on fighting for the underdog, creating hope for people and pets, and rescuing animals from California to Kabul.
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Wondering How Big Your Puppy or Kitten Is Gonna Get?
We know, our pets grow up too fast. But seriously, how fast is too fast (or slow)? Kinship and Waltham Petcare Science Institute created a simple tool to help your new pet’s growth stay on track.
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- lifestyle
Estelle Lemmler and Hank Are Blissfully Living off the Land
The fashion designer turned sustainable farmer on trading city for country life, adopting a working dog, and harvesting farm-to-table treats.
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11 Dog Bowls to Feast Your Eyes On
From handmade stoneware to hand-blown glass to heavy-duty stainless steel, these are the best bowls for fine-dining dogs.
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BSL is Just Plain BS
Breed-specific legislation has profound impacts on families, their dogs, and animal welfare professionals.
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Katie Kimmel Makes Waggish Ceramics in the Desert with Her Dogs
“It’s always a really funny, happy parade that’s going through the house and workplace at all times.”
![Katie Kimmel smiling with a selection of ceramic pet artwork pieces.]()
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What Is a Pit Bull, Exactly?
Everything you need to know about the five breeds dubbed “Pit Bulls.”
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Ashley Williams’ Puppy Sweaters Are So Punk Rock
Match your dog in the buzzed-about designer’s graphic knit patterns of pentagrams, spiders, and teddy bears.
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Zola Star Taylour Paige on How Her Dogs Taught Her About Love, Presence, and Patience
“Having dogs, rescue dogs, is not always convenient or comfortable — you have to get used to being uncomfortable. But it’s so worth it. The love is immeasurable.”
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Super Snouts’ Supplements Are Organic, Vet-Formulated, and Wildly Effective
The founders’ own dog’s cancer diagnosis inspired their immunity-boosting, pathogen-resistant mushroom supplements.
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Helping Our Newly Adopted Country Dog Adjust to NYC Was Easy(ish)
From a Tennessee farm to a Brooklyn apartment, our rescued Hound dog is going with the flow — mostly.
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Sparkly, Sporty Chic from DKNY x Found My Animal
The limited-edition capsule collection of metallic puffers and sherpa pullovers drops today.
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The Good Fight: New York Takes Steps to Squash Breed-Specific Legislation
Under the new animal-welfare laws, insurers will no longer be able to discriminate against pet parents of certain dog breeds.
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Wolfdog Sanctuaries Are Stressed
Ownership of wolf-dogs is on the rise putting animals are in danger.
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Chelsea Hodson & Magic Know Every Trick in the Book
The writer of bewitching essay collection Tonight I’m Someone Else waxes nostalgic about raising, training, and pampering a Poodle.
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Beware of Bloat in Dogs
Consider it the mother of all dog emergencies — if your dog has it, take them to the vet ASAP. Learn how to spot the condition and how it's treated.
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11 Must-Have Items to Take on a Hike with Your Pup
When heading out on a hike with your dog, the items you pack will vary from trip to trip and dog to dog, but there are a few things that every hiker should have packed. Here are the top ten hiking essentials for pet parents. Don’t forget these hiking essentials.
![A German Shepherd dog wearing a red hiking backpack on a rocky trail.]()
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Big dogs, Small dogs: Does Size Affect Behavior?
How is the experience of having a large dog different than that of having a small dog?
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