Dog Care and Dog Services

There are a lot of options when it comes to dog care and dog services – training, grooming, day-care, spay and neuter services. It can be daunting, especially when you want the best for your pet. PetGuide.com offers information, news and advice so you’ll be able to make a well-informed decision when it comes to dog care and dog services.

Let’s face it; there’s a lot of stuff out there that you need to take proper care of your dog, but what’s essential and what’s optional? He needs neutering… but does he need a new set of neuticals? Find out! You need to board him for a few nights… but must it be a doggy spa? Let’s weigh the pros and cons. We all want to do right by our pet so how to decide when is enough, enough?

PetGuide’s Dog Care and Dog Services section helps sort through the myriad of grooming services available to pet owners and provides tips to help you choose the ones that best suit your needs. Whether you’re a busy, time-strapped professional who is looking for pointers on how to find a great groomer, sitter, trainer… or you’re budget-conscious and want to learn how to clip his nails and teach him basic commands yourself – we have you covered! PetGuide’s even got the lowdown on cool grooming products any non-pro can use. We take an easy-to-follow approach to sharing practical information you can use when making any pet-centric decision.

And because we’re committed to bringing you’re the latest and greatest when it comes to unique pet everything… we share not only trending stories, services and health updates, but product reviews from the biggest pet expos. Like the dog dryer suit (think Michelin man) every wet pooch must have… or must he? We got it covered in our Dog Care and Dog Services section.

Adoptable Dog of the Week – Tessa

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Tessa, a 3.5 years old Labrador Retriever mix from Columbia, South Carolina. She is spayed, microchipped, and vaccinated.

Should You Hire a Dog Walker for Your Pooch?

You're busy all day at work and you're worried your dog isn't getting enough exercise. Before you hire a dog walker, be sure to ready our article below.

Why You Should Take Your Kids to Dog Training Classes

When you take your dog to school, be sure you bring your kids along. Here's why you should take your kids to dog training classes.

Adoptable Dog Of Week – Lisa

Sugar and spice and everything nice – that’s what our Adoptable Dog of the Week is made from. Meet Lisa, an adult Terrier mix from Rochester, New…

What is a Facility Dog?

You've heard of therapy dogs and service dogs, but what about facility dogs? A facility dog is trained for work in a facility setting.

Understanding Your Dog’s Special Grooming Needs

Keep it clean – how to stay on top of your dog’s grooming needs While the majority of dogs will stay clean and healthy with a straightforward gro…

Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Chubby

He’s not fat… he’s just big boned! Just kidding – his name is Chubby, but he’s just a little guy. Chubby is our Adoptable Dog…

AKC Will Now Give Titles To Tricksters

Dogs and their humans enjoy the fun that comes with learning tricks, and the American Kennel Club is launching a new program just for dogs who do tricks!

Adoptable Dog of the Week- Whippany

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Whippany, a 3 years old Parson Russell Terrier from Methuen, Massachusetts. This lovely little pooch has been spayed.

All About Neutering Dogs

Thinking about neutering your dog? Here are a few basics you should brush up on before making a decision. Neutering is something that every owner of a male d…

Adoptable Dog of the Week-Lacey Jane

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Lacey Jane, a one year old Collie from Dublin, Ohio. She is spayed, vaccinated, and microchipped.

Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Eddie

Are you ready to rock out with Eddie, our Adoptable Dog of the Week? Eddie is an adult male Wire Fox Terrier and Dachshund mix from Nashville, TN. He is alre…

Adoptable Dog of the Week- Mackenzie

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Mackenzie, a 3 to 4 years old Pug mix from Bedford, New Hampshire. This adorable little girl is spayed and vaccinated.

Oscar’s Scoops: Grooming Products From Cherrybrook Premium Pet Suppl

Something doesn't smell right - it's Oscar! Time to wash that doggy smell right out of your fur, with some help from Cherrybrook Premium Pet Supplies.

Nine Toasty Tips To Keep Your Senior Dog Warm Outdoors This Winter

The star and the inspiration for this post is Kevin Roberts’ dog, Willow, who has since crossed over the Rainbow Bridge. He brought her home when she w…

Adoptable Dog of the Week- Daisy

Pure 70 lbs of puppy love, Daisy loves stuffed toys, snuggles, playing with other pups, camp, going on walks, and life in general.

Adoptable Dog of the Week – Bruce

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Bruce, a year old Hound mix from Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. He is neutered, up to date on his shots, and housetrained.

How to Teach a Rock-Solid Stay

The doorbell rings. Lola starts frantically barking and clawing to get the door open. You howl, "Lola, sit... stay. Stay!" to no avail. Sound familiar?

Best Dog Grooming Tables

Dog grooming tables are both for professionals with dog grooming businesses and pet owners that groom their own dogs ocassionally.

Best Dog Grooming Clippers for Home Use

Dog grooming clippers are an indispensable part of a canine beauty routine and the best ones help you get salon results at the comfort of your home.

Adoptable Dog of the Week- Stevie Nicks

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Stevie Nicks, a Wirehaired Terrier and Basset Hound mix that is between 5 and 6 yo and comes from Little Rock, Arkansas.

How To Tell If You’re An Armchair “Rescuer”

There are countless ways to help animals, but even the best of intentions can have negative impacts - especially if you're a social media armchair rescuer.

Adoptable Dog of the Week - Lupi

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Lupi, a 2 years old Spaniel mix from Marina del Rey, California.

Shelter Spotlight: The Sanctuary At Haafsville

The Sanctuary at Haafsville cares for pets who need a temporary place to stay due to owners being hospitalized or deployed in the military.

Teach Your Dog to Sit… Without Treats!

One of the common misconceptions about positive training is that you have to give your dog treat rewards every time he sits for the rest of his life.

#WhyILeft: Because Pets Are Now Allowed In More Women’s Shelters

Women may choose to stay in an abusive relationship because they don’t want to leave their dog behind. The good news is an increasing number of women&r…

Adoptable Dog of the Week- Gucci

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Gucci, a 2 years old Texas Heeler mix from Seattle, Washington. She is spayed, vaccinated, housebroken, and crate-trained.

Adoptable Dog of the Week-Chewy

This Brussels Griffon mix is neutered and up to date on his vaccinations; he's also housetrained and gets along with other dogs and older children.

10 Best Puppy Potty Training Supplies

Check out or list of best puppy potty training supplies to make the whole process easier and more efficient!

Are Board and Train Programs Right for My Dog?

Dog training takes a lot of time and patience. But some people don't have the time, and that's where board and train programs come in.

Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Angela

This week’s adoptable dog from Adoptapet.com is Angela from San Diego, CA. Just look into those eyes and tell us that you don’t melt! This sweet…

Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Queen

All hail Queen, our Adoptable Dog of the Week! This adult female Boxer mix is waiting for you and her forever home in Wichita, Kansas. Meet her now!

Adoptable Dog of the Week – Brody

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Brody, a year old Australian Cattle Dog mix from Billings, Montana. He is neutered, housetrained, and vaccinated.

How To Get Snowballs Out Of Your Dog's Fur

It’s all fun and games in the snow until your best fur friend ends up with snowballs all over their fur. Not only can this be annoying for you as you end up with soggy floors, it can be just as annoying (and even painful) for your dog.

Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Quinn

Quinn, our Adoptable Dog of the Week, has a big smile for you. The gorgeous girl is an adult Retriever and Rhodesian Ridgeback mix from Atlanta, Georgia.

Adoptable Dog of the Week – Daisy

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Daisy, a pooch who's just as lovely as her name. She's a 5-year-old Australian Shepherd mix from Washoe Valley, Nevada.

Trick With a Purpose: Fetch

Does your dog play the can't-catch-me game? Plow you over as soon as you come home? These bad behaviors actually have a fun solution... Fetch!

Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Cinnamon

Cinnamon is a sweetie – and that’s why she’s our Adoptable Dog of the Week! This young lady is a 2-year-old American Staffordshire Terrier…

How To Find The Right Dog Trainer For You And Your Dog

What’s the right way to train a dog? A professional explains how and why finding right dog trainer is personal. I’ve worked in the industry for a…

Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Massey

Meet Massey, our Adoptable Dog of the Week. He’s a 2-year-old male Weimaraner from Wichita, KS. Massey is already neutered, housetrained, purebred, a s…

Shelter Spotlight: Don Cherry’s Pet Rescue Foundation

Known for his loud suits and as an NHL hockey commentator, Don Cherry has a soft spot for pets - that's why he started Don Cherry's Pet Rescue Foundation.

Adoptable Dog of the Week – Biscuit

What a sweetie! This is Biscuit, our Adoptable Dog of the Week. He's a five-year-old male Chihuahua mix from Wenatchee, Washington.

Why Is My Dog Aggressive When Woken Suddenly?

No one likes getting woken up suddenly from a deep slumber - but some dogs get aggressive in this situation. How do you wake your dog up safely?

Shelter Spotlight: Animal Aid USA

From fighting inhumane euthanization methods to rescuing dogs from high-kill shelters, this organization speaks for those who don't have a voice.

Adoptable Dog of the Week – Maerdy

This gorgeous guy is a party on legs! Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Maerdy, a 2 years old Australian Cattle Dog (Blue Heeler) from Gretna, Nebraska.

Adoptable Dog of the Week-Sampson

Sampson is a 3 years old brown Labrador Retriever mix from Little Rock, Arkansas. He is neutered, vaccinated, heartworm negative, and housetrained.

Adoptable Dog of the Week - Nacho

If you lack some fun in your life, this goofy boy is more than ready to provide it! Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Nacho, a 2 year old Labrador Retriever from Salt Lake City, Utah.

Adoptable Dog of the Week – Lori

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Lori, a 1.5 years old Great Pyrenees mix from Minneapolis, Minnesota. She is spayed and vaccinated.

Adoptable Dog of the Week-Snickers

This adorable chocolate poodle from Tallahassee, Florida is neutered, up-to-date on vaccinations, microchipped, and tested free of heartworms.

Adoptable Dog of the Week-Sparrow

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Sparrow, a 3 years old Pomeranian mix from Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. He is vaccinated, neutered, and crate trained.

Understanding The Dog Heat Cycle

Do you have an intact female dog? We're going to go over the basics about the dog heat cycle, including its various stages and how to deal with it.

Adoptable Dog of the Week- Cooper

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Cooper, a 3-year-old Border Collie mix from Shelbyville, Kentucky. He's neutered, vaccinated, and house trained.

Adoptable Dog of the Week – Nikki

Small and spunky, Nikki is our Adoptable Dog of the Week. She's an adult Glenn Imaal Terrier mix who lives in Lumberton, North Carolina.

PetGuide’s Best New Dog Grooming Product of 2018: HandsOn Soft Glove

Hands On Soft Gloves are budget-friendly, easy to use and make grooming feel less like a chore and more like a reward- both to you and your pet.

6 Easy Crafts You Can Make To Help Out Your Local Animal Shelter

Whether your style is sewing or woodworking or gluing empty toilet paper rolls together, your skills could be put to work for your local animal shelter.

5 Things To Bring To Your Puppy’s First Visit To The Vet

Your puppy's first visit to the vet. Before you head into the office, here is a list of five things that will have you looking like a prepared pet parent.

Adoptable Dog of the Week – River

Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is River, a 5 year old Miniature Schnauzer mix from Bloomington, Illinois. She has been spayed, microchipped, and vaccinated.

Shelter Spotlight: Luvable Dog Rescue

A shelter that lets dogs commune with nature, Luvable Dog Rescue houses its residents in quaint little cottages! Where do we sign up?

Fighting Like Cats And Dogs: Dealing With A Cat-Aggressive Dog

Why can't they just get along? What to do when your dog doesn’t see eye-to-eye with catsIf you have a multi-pet household, there may be times when your pets…

Three Stylish Tips For DIY Dog Grooming Success

Celebrity dog groomer Jorge Bendersky shares his DIY grooming tips to keep your dog healthy and looking his best Believe it or not, your dog’s coat is…