Whether you are looking for a puppy to buy or an older one to adopt, I know finding your favorite dog breed can be challenging. I have been contacted so often by PetBudget readers looking for help...

I have been lucky to be around dogs for as long as I can remember. Over the past years, I have collaborated with some of the best pet professionals, including Dr. Alexa Diaz, Ph.D., an experienced...

Getting a new dog is a fantastic experience. But most people underestimate the expenses necessary to care for their furry friend. After studying the cost of over 150 breeds, reviewing thousands of...

Living in an apartment or a small house doesn't mean that you won't have plenty of options when it comes to picking a dog. With the help of pet professionals, I have analyzed the cost of over 150...

If you have a pet allergy and love dogs, hypoallergenic breeds can be very tempting. With the help of pet professionals, I have analyzed the cost of over 150 breeds. In this article, I only present...

Over the past years, I have had the chance to work with multiple licensed veterinarians. One of them, Leslie Brooks, DVM, was kind enough to share her knowledge and years of experience. This post...

Whether or not to get insurance for your dog is a big financial decision. In this article, I will combine my knowledge and some information received from a licensed veterinarian to help you decide...

As you welcome your puppy or adult dog into your home, there are a few supplies you should have on hand to make things much easier for both of you. I will share my knowledge as a pet owner who has...

I have conducted the most extensive research on puppy prices in the US ever made. Over a few months, my team and I have reviewed over 48,000 puppy ads from various sources, including the American...

Congratulations on adding a furry bundle of joy to your life! But before you can snuggle up with your new best friend, you must ship them to your doorstep. Shipping a puppy isn't as daunting as it's...

Approximately one-third of dogs in the United States are reported missing by their owners, and more than half of them are never found (source). That's why microchipping your dog is important to save...

Have you noticed symptoms of separation anxiety in your dog every morning when you leave for work? Dogs get extremely affectionate with their owners; spending the entire day alone at home becomes...

Hip dysplasia is a common condition among dogs, with 18.2% of dogs showing signs of the socket in the hip joint not covering the ball properly. In the worst scenario, the solution is hip replacement...

Has your dog experienced an injury causing a vertebral disc rupture? Or has it been diagnosed with disc degeneration? These may cause intervertebral disc disease (IVDD) or herniation, also called...

Tumors arising in the mammary tissue or breast in female dogs aren't uncommon. It occurs in 0.5%-26% of dogs, depending on when they're spayed. There is a 50% chance of mammary tumors being...