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Lauren Katims, Executive Editor Dogster

Lauren Katims is the Executive Editor of Dogster. She has more than a decade of experience writing about pets and health. Lauren lives in Northern California with her two teeny-tiny dogs, Lucy and Emmy. To follow their adventures, check out @laur.nadeau and @mychiweenierocks on Instagram.

Latest Posts

Q&A with Lessons in Chemistry Author Bonnie Garmus About Six-Thirty

Six-Thirty, the rescue dog in best-selling novel Lessons in Chemistry, has a thriving fan base that’s secured his spot in the book’s 2023 Apple TV+ adaptation. Dogster chatted with author Bonnie Garmus about her inspiration for his character and her love for rescue dogs.

Q&A with Lessons in Chemistry Author Bonnie Garmus About Six-Thirty

Six-Thirty, the rescue dog in best-selling novel Lessons in Chemistry, has a thriving fan base that’s secured his spot in the book’s 2023 Apple TV+ adaptation. Dogster chatted with author Bonnie Garmus about her inspiration for his character and her love for rescue dogs.
Happy Labradoodle Dog Outdoors

Labradoodle: Care Tips, Facts & Lifespan

Labradoodles, a cross between Poodles and Labrador Retrievers, are one of most popular Oodles. We break down Labradoodle temperament and appearance by looking at her two parent dog breeds.

Labradoodle: Care Tips, Facts & Lifespan

Happy Labradoodle Dog Outdoors
Labradoodles, a cross between Poodles and Labrador Retrievers, are one of most popular Oodles. We break down Labradoodle temperament and appearance by looking at her two parent dog breeds.
homemade dog biscuit after being baked, healthy pet food

The 4 Best Christmas Dog Treat Recipes

We’d never want your dog missing out on your family’s Christmas baking tradition! Here are three of our favorite homemade Christmas dog treat recipes. Bone-appetite!

The 4 Best Christmas Dog Treat Recipes

homemade dog biscuit after being baked, healthy pet food
We’d never want your dog missing out on your family’s Christmas baking tradition! Here are three of our favorite homemade Christmas dog treat recipes. Bone-appetite!
dog in hannukah sweater

8 Nights of Our Favorite Hanukkah Dog Products — Toys, Treats and Sweaters

Eight nights of candles, presents and treats — we are paw-sitively here for it. We rounded up our favorite toys, treats and Hanukkah dog sweaters so your dogs can be part of the celebration.

8 Nights of Our Favorite Hanukkah Dog Products — Toys, Treats and Sweaters

dog in hannukah sweater
Eight nights of candles, presents and treats — we are paw-sitively here for it. We rounded up our favorite toys, treats and Hanukkah dog sweaters so your dogs can be part of the celebration.
Happy bernese mountain dog looking at camera, his owner smiles next to him

Recent Canine Behavior Research: How Your Pet Parenting Style Affects Your Dog’s Behavior

Looking for pet parenting tips for how to raise a dog? Check out this latest canine behavior research on dog parenting.

Recent Canine Behavior Research: How Your Pet Parenting Style Affects Your Dog’s Behavior

Happy bernese mountain dog looking at camera, his owner smiles next to him
Looking for pet parenting tips for how to raise a dog? Check out this latest canine behavior research on dog parenting.
Girl hugging dog

New Help for Dogs with Cancer

We highlight a few initiatives working to further cancer research and treatment for dogs and help you and your dog live more comfortably after a cancer diagnosis.

New Help for Dogs with Cancer

Girl hugging dog
We highlight a few initiatives working to further cancer research and treatment for dogs and help you and your dog live more comfortably after a cancer diagnosis.
LEGO Masters

Behind-the-Scenes at LEGO Masters Brickminster Dog Show

The Westminster Dog Show may be over for the year, but the first ever Brickminster Dog Show on LEGO Masters airs Oct. 26! We spoke to teammates and dog lovers Emily and Dave about walking their LEGO dog down the runway.

Behind-the-Scenes at LEGO Masters Brickminster Dog Show

LEGO Masters
The Westminster Dog Show may be over for the year, but the first ever Brickminster Dog Show on LEGO Masters airs Oct. 26! We spoke to teammates and dog lovers Emily and Dave about walking their LEGO dog down the runway.
A dog dressed as a ghost holding a Halloween trick or treat pumpkin basket.

This Just In: 2022 Halloween Costumes and Products

Get your boo-licious shopping done for your favorite Fido. We’ve rounded up our favorite new Halloween dog costumes, toys and snacks in time for Fall festivities.

This Just In: 2022 Halloween Costumes and Products

A dog dressed as a ghost holding a Halloween trick or treat pumpkin basket.
Get your boo-licious shopping done for your favorite Fido. We’ve rounded up our favorite new Halloween dog costumes, toys and snacks in time for Fall festivities.
African female veterinarian examining Yorkshire Terrier puppy

Tackling the Shortage of Veterinarians in America

America is struggling with a veterinarian shortage, but efforts are being made to expand the veterinarian workforce — and give our pets the care they need.

Tackling the Shortage of Veterinarians in America

African female veterinarian examining Yorkshire Terrier puppy
America is struggling with a veterinarian shortage, but efforts are being made to expand the veterinarian workforce — and give our pets the care they need.

Dining and Travel Tips from Dog Influencer Popeye the Foodie Dog

Pet parent of a dog influencer gives her best tips about adventuring to dog-friendly restaurants and dog-friendly hotels.

Dining and Travel Tips from Dog Influencer Popeye the Foodie Dog

Pet parent of a dog influencer gives her best tips about adventuring to dog-friendly restaurants and dog-friendly hotels.
Goldendoodle face

Must Know Goldendoodle Grooming Tips & Styles

Goldendoodles rank high on the grooming maintenance list. Dogster has tips on keeping coats de-matted and healthy, plus the most popular Goldendoodle grooming styles.

Must Know Goldendoodle Grooming Tips & Styles

Goldendoodle face
Goldendoodles rank high on the grooming maintenance list. Dogster has tips on keeping coats de-matted and healthy, plus the most popular Goldendoodle grooming styles.
f1 vs f1b goldendoodle

F1 vs F1B Goldendoodles: What’s the Difference

The appearances and personalities of F1 vs F1B Goldendoodles depend on whether the dog has dominant Poodle or Golden Retriever genes.

F1 vs F1B Goldendoodles: What’s the Difference

f1 vs f1b goldendoodle
The appearances and personalities of F1 vs F1B Goldendoodles depend on whether the dog has dominant Poodle or Golden Retriever genes.
Small Goldendoodle Standing Underneath a Larger One

Goldendoodle: Temperament, Facts, Lifespan & More

Your guide to the energetic and intelligent Goldendoodles, the most popular designer dogs. Goldendoodles are a cross between a Poodle and a Golden Retriever.

Goldendoodle: Temperament, Facts, Lifespan & More

Small Goldendoodle Standing Underneath a Larger One
Your guide to the energetic and intelligent Goldendoodles, the most popular designer dogs. Goldendoodles are a cross between a Poodle and a Golden Retriever.

Herbal Shampoo & Hot-Spot Treatments

Dogs get skin issues, just like us. Signs of discomfort can be persistent scratching or itching, biting or licking their paws, or picking at a particularly irritated or infected spot, called a hot spot. Here’s what to do.

Herbal Shampoo & Hot-Spot Treatments

Dogs get skin issues, just like us. Signs of discomfort can be persistent scratching or itching, biting or licking their paws, or picking at a particularly irritated or infected spot, called a hot spot. Here’s what to do.

DIY Holiday Fundraising

With a creative idea and a social media outreach, you can make a significant impact on the lives of underprivileged furry friends. First, choose a charity or shelter to support and confirm your plans, making sure the organization is on board. Then it’s time to get the creative juices flowing. Here are a few ideas to get you started.

DIY Holiday Fundraising

With a creative idea and a social media outreach, you can make a significant impact on the lives of underprivileged furry friends. First, choose a charity or shelter to support and confirm your plans, making sure the organization is on board. Then it’s time to get the creative juices flowing. Here are a few ideas to get you started.

How to Raise a Puppy to be a Guide Dog

Guide dogs get extensive training for five to nine months, depending on the organization, to succeed with these tasks. Their guidance helps visually impaired or blind people go to work, navigate busy airports, avoid traffic and many other unexpected obstacles.

How to Raise a Puppy to be a Guide Dog

Guide dogs get extensive training for five to nine months, depending on the organization, to succeed with these tasks. Their guidance helps visually impaired or blind people go to work, navigate busy airports, avoid traffic and many other unexpected obstacles.

Kids + Animals = Kindness and Compassion

Through learning how to be responsible and considerate toward a pet, kids can strengthen their own ability to connect with others and be an ambassador for kind animal — and human — behavior.

Kids + Animals = Kindness and Compassion

Through learning how to be responsible and considerate toward a pet, kids can strengthen their own ability to connect with others and be an ambassador for kind animal — and human — behavior.

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