Lifestyle

How to help your dog adjust to the clocks changing due to the beginning or end of daylight saving time.

Things to think about if you’ve ever wondered if you should get another dog, or how many dogs is too many.

Is a collar or a harness better for your dog? It mostly depends on the dog! But the quality of the gear, its design and fit, and how you introduce and use it, will influence how well it suits your dog.

Contrary to popular belief, not all dogs automatically know how to swim. Here’s how to teach a dog to swim – and how to improve the water safety of dogs who already swim well.

A dog bed for anxiety must suit your individual canine’s needs.

Your dog can travel with you on most trains, but expect limits on size and the number of dogs, and he will need to remain quietly in his carrier.

There is no such thing as a dog that is truly hypoallergenic, but some dogs are less likely to trigger a hypersensitivity reaction in people with allergies. Certain grooming and house-cleaning practices can also help a dog-allergic person live with a dog.

While the studies were small, the conclusions are big: Dogs do not negatively affect human sleep.

No! Escalators can injure and even kill your dog. Thanks to the Americans With Disabilities act, an elevator alternative is usually available, and stairs are in every building with multiple floors.

If your dog is not rock-solid with strangers or crowds, leave him home – or provide him with a separate, safe space. A little bit of management goes a long way in avoiding bites, fights, and a turkey stolen from the buffet table.

When your dog’s bed needs a bath, here’s how to remove dirt, stains, and doggy odors.

Healthy, adult, heavy-coated dogs may not need them, but sweaters and other cold-weather gear can help puppies, short-haired dogs, and older dogs keep warm to thrive in winter weather.