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.

The N&O Summer Desk is a pop-up initiative to help navigate the season. Whether you’re heading to the beach, mountains or backyard, The Summer Desk is here to guide you.. Share your summer pleasures ...

and as early dove, goose, and upland seasons open in sweltering September, it’s important to not only know how to tell if a dog is dehydrated or overheated, but how to prevent both, how to recognize ...

Heat stroke is common among dogs who have been left in poorly ventilated spaces during hot weather. According to the American Kennel Club, a dog can experience heat stroke, also called hyperthermia, ...

It's extremely hot out there, and it's not expected to cool down for a while. Is it hot enough to fry an egg on the sidewalk, as the old cliche says? Unclear. But it is hot enough to fry your dog's ...