Raising a great dog in a small space
Honest, road-tested guides for apartment and first-time dog parents, potty training that sticks, calmer barking, gear worth buying, and the daily routines that keep a city dog content.
134 in-depth guides · written by city dog owners · updated regularly
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Introducing Your Dog to a New Baby, Step by Step
Introducing your dog to a new baby starts months before homecoming. How to prepare, manage the first meeting,…
Why Your Dog Pees When Excited (and How to Stop It)
A dog peeing when excited or nervous usually can't help it, and scolding backfires. Here's how to tell…
How to Stop a Dog Barking in an Apartment
Thin walls and a note under the door? Stop dog barking in an apartment by fixing the real…
How Long Can You Leave a Dog Alone? An Honest Answer
Six to eight hours is the usual answer, but it really depends on your dog's age and breed.…
The First Night With a New Puppy: What to Actually Do
Your puppy's first night home will likely involve crying at 2 a.m. Here's exactly what to do, what…
How to Potty Train a Puppy in an Apartment (Without a Yard)
No yard, high floor, busy schedule? A realistic apartment puppy potty training plan: trip timing, the pad question,…
Just got a puppy?
Read these three first, they save the most tears (yours and theirs).
The First Night With a New Puppy: What to Actually Do
Your puppy's first night home will likely involve crying at 2 a.m. Here's exactly what to do, what…
23 Best Small Dogs for First-Time Owners
Ready to join the ranks of dog owners? You landed in the right place. If you are new…
21 Best Dog Breeds for First-Time Owners in Apartments
Good dogs are easy company. They put up with toddlers, they make you laugh on a bad day,…
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