The Purina® Pet Institute's
Health and Wellness Guide

A step-by-step care guide to responsible dog ownership, for all life stages and levels of experience.

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They always run to greet us. Always wait patiently for us to return. But caring for a dog is about love, compassion and ultimately, responsibility. Dogs are the friends we can only aspire to be... That’s why Purina science is dedicated to creating dog care products and providing insights that enrich their lives.

Dog Care Articles

Why are dogs sometimes brought into human hospitals? Why Do Dogs Need Dental Care? What Does it Take to Become a Veterinary Technician? What are common symptoms of heart disease in pets? Dog Food Label Regulations Understanding Glucosamine and Joint Health Why does my dog have such bad breath? How Can I Get My Dog to Stop Licking Me? First Visit to the Veterinarian What should I expect after arthroscopic surgery for my pet? Why does my dog suddenly have a pot belly? Puppy Necessities What is Von Willebrand disease? How can I help protect my pet from skin cancer? Understanding Your Dog's Body Condition What minerals does my dog need in his diet? Why does my dog yawn so much? Puppy Proofing Your Home My dog appears to be constipated. What should I do? Children's Roles In Pet Care

My dog barks and is destructive while I’m away and annoys my neighbors. How can I get him to stop? What Health Problems Can Affect My Dog's Nose? Biting, Chewing & Digging Kennel Operation Why does my dog constantly chase his tail? How Can I Help My Dog Get Over His Fear of Thunder? What diseases are commonly transmitted by ticks? My dog keeps scratching his ears. What might be wrong? My Dog Chases His Own Tail. Does This Signal A Problem? What is kennel cough? My dog often gets into the garbage. Is that a health risk or just a nuisance? Body Condition System - Adult Vaccinations What is Mange and How do I Know if My Dog Has it? Why shouldn't I leave my dog in the car while I run errands? I’ve heard a lot about hip dysplasia. What is it? Why Does my Dog Keep Scooting Along on her Behind? How Does a Dog's Vision Compare to that of a Human? I'm Looking For An Apartment And I Have A Pet. How Can I Get A Landlord to Feel Comfortable Renting to Me? Facts about Melamine Contamination in Wheat Gluten and the 2007 Pet Food Recall