Dog Articles

Part of caring for your dog is understanding his needs. When you need to know more about dog nutrition, health, behavior or training, turn to Purina’s experts. In the below articles you’ll find all their best information and tips so you can better care for your dog.

Healthy Dog Weight

Healthy Dog Weight - How to Tell if Your Dog is Overweight

Learn more about healthy weight for dogs. Find out a better way to determine if your dog is overweight and how best to keep your dog active, healthy and happy.

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Essential Fatty Acid & Fish Oil Benefits for Dogs
Essential Fatty Acid & Fish Oil Benefits for Dogs
Omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, commonly found in fish oil, provide several benefits for your dog. Learn about these ingredients & how they are used in your dog's food.
Benefits of Fiber for Dogs
Benefits of Fiber for Dogs
Fiber is not a filler. Learn why.
Dog Dental Health Basics
Dog Dental Health Basics
Learn what you can do to promote your dog's dental needs.
Are Dogs Beneficial in Therapy Sessions?
Are Dogs Beneficial in Therapy Sessions?
Learn how dogs actually help transform the therapy experience for certain patients
How Can I Help My Dog Lose Weight?
How Can I Help My Dog Lose Weight?
Discover the ways to form healthy habits and prevent dog obesity.
How to Choose the Best Dog Bowl
How to Choose the Best Dog Bowl
Learn what dish is best for your dog, given his feeding habits and preferences
Should I Feed My Dog Chicken and Rice Dog Food?
Should I Feed My Dog Chicken and Rice Dog Food?
Chicken and rice dog food is a most popular type of food on the shelf. Learn about the benefits, and see if this is the right food for your dog.
Do Dogs Reduce Stress?
Do Dogs Reduce Stress?
What are the health and mood benefits of having a dog? Owning a dog can lower levels of the stress-causing chemical, cortisol. Learn more about dogs and stress here.
How Much Protein is in Purina Dog Foods?
How Much Protein is in Purina Dog Foods?
Learn how much protein your dog needs to stay strong and healthy.
What are Chicken By-Products in Dog Food?
What are Chicken By-Products in Dog Food?
What’s in your dog’s food? Learn more about chicken by-products in dog food, and why this AFFCO approved ingredient can be a safe part of your dog’s diet.
Should You Get a Puppy? What You Need to Know
Should You Get a Puppy? What You Need to Know
There are a lot of things to think about and consider before you get a puppy. Learn what you should know and read a couple reasons you probably should get a puppy.
How to Keep Your Dogs Joints Healthy
How to Keep Your Dogs Joints Healthy
Normal wear and tear on joints occurs daily. Cartilage protects your dog’s bones and joints from the friction caused by everyday movement. Natural glucosamine—a building block of cartilage tissue—can help maintain cartilage for healthy joints and mob