r/dogs is a subreddit with 2.9M members. The most common kinds of discussions are advice requests and solution requests, and the community frequently discusses dog, struggling, training, behavior, and potty, and they frequently recommend/review dog breed, dog toys, and indestructible toy.
/r/dogs is a place for dog owners of all levels of knowledge, skill, and experience to discuss various topics related to responsible dog ownership.
This subreddit is a great starting point for a lot of information, but you should always verify and expand upon what you've read from reputable sources before putting it to use in your daily life. Advice on this forum is not a substitute for advice from a trained and credentialed professional.
Popular Themes in r/dogs
#1
Advice Requests
: "Abandoned mini poodle we rescued just turned on me, bit me 4 consecutive times, please give me some advice."
17 posts
#2
Solution Requests
: "My vet wants $100 just to write me a prescription for flea/tick. Any way around this?"
9 posts
#3
Pain & Anger
: "Surrendering My Dog"
3 posts
Popular Topics in r/dogs
#1
Dog
: "Recommendations for tackling slippery floors with Dog? (Besides Rugs/Mats)"
134 posts
#2
Struggling
38 posts
#3
Training
14 posts
#4
Behavior
: "my dog sometimes lays down on the floor, as if simulating being a mop. is this normal? should I engage?"
10 posts
#5
Potty
9 posts
#6
Breed
: "Need help with Breed Recommendation"
8 posts
#7
Puppy
6 posts
#8
Harness
: "Leash and Harness Suggestions"
4 posts
#9
Rehome
3 posts
#10
Toy
3 posts
Products Discussed in r/dogs
Dog Breed
184 reviews
#1
Poodle
4.6★ from 11 reviews
#2
Bichon Frise
4.4★ from 8 reviews
#3
Labrador Retriever
4.8★ from 8 reviews
Dog Toys
103 reviews
#1
Kong
4.5★ from 21 reviews
#2
Go Dog
4.5★ from 4 reviews
#3
Bark Box
3.5★ from 4 reviews
Indestructible Toy
95 reviews
#1
Kong
4.5★ from 22 reviews
#2
West Paw
4.8★ from 8 reviews
#3
Tuffy
3.7★ from 6 reviews
Flair Used in r/dogs
#1
[Misc Help]
: "Do dogs know what kisses are?"
73 posts
#2
[Behavior Problems]
: "What's one thing you wish you'd started doing before your dog became a senior?"
41 posts
#3
[Fluff]
: "How many dogs have you got? And how many dogs do you think is to many?(for you and just in general)"
9 posts
#4
[Enrichment]
: "Does your dog have regular “sniffing spots” on your usual walk?"
9 posts
#5
[Equipment]
: "Dog shoe suggestions"
6 posts
#6
[Vent]
: "Why do people with small dogs trust large dogs so much?"
4 posts
#7
[Breeder Etiquette/Review/Recommendations]
: "Roughly 90% of puppies in pet stores come from puppy mills. Dog owners and lovers alike should stand together and make a change."
2 posts
#8
[Training Foundations]
: "Potty training so dogs go in certain spot"
1 post
#9
[Breeds] 📝Recommendation
: "Need help with Breed Recommendation"
1 post
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Yearly
+140k members(5.1%)
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Last updated: July 18, 2026