r/DogCare

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About r/DogCare

How can you help your dog to be as healthy as possible? The right food, the best grooming, skilled veterinary care, lots of exercise and play... these are our DogCare topics.

The community at a glance

r/DogCare is a Subreddit for Pet Owners with roughly 24K members. It has been around since 2013. It uses a forum format for communication.

Roughly 2K members have joined in the past year. Popular discussion topics include Dog, Health, and Help. Product recommendations often mention dog food, dog shampoo, and dog treats.

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Established 2013
24K Members

Community Topics

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Subreddit Analysis

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Yearly: +2K members
Growth: +10.9% / year

Member growth over time

All time (yearly)

  • 2014: 972 members
  • 2015: 674 members
  • 2016: 661 members
  • 2017: 1K members
  • 2020: 6K members
  • 2021: 3K members
  • 2023: 5K members
  • 2024: 2K members
  • 2025: 2K members
  • 2026: 1K members

Past year (monthly)

  • Jul: 190 members
  • Aug: 190 members
  • Sep: 155 members
  • Oct: 199 members
  • Nov: 200 members
  • Dec: 156 members
  • Jan: 200 members
  • Feb: 183 members
  • Mar: 211 members
  • Apr: 216 members
  • May: 269 members
  • Jun: 151 members

Topics

  • Dog
    90 posts in the past month
    #1
    Dog
    90
  • Health
    51 posts in the past month
    #2
    Health
    51
  • Help
    45 posts in the past month
    #3
    Help
    45
  • Advice
    24 posts in the past month
    #4
    Advice
    24
  • Puppy
    10 posts in the past month
    #5
    Puppy
    10

Product recommendations

  • dog food
    16 posts in the past month
    1. I have a 90lbs Siberpoo who is going to turn 7 in March. What's the best food I can provide for him other than whole foods?
    2. Best food for senior dog? 45 lbs 12.5 yo
    3. General Food Question - Best Dog Eating Plan for Overall Longevity?
    #1
    dog food
    I have a 90lbs Siberpoo who is going to turn 7 in March. What's the best food I can provide for him other than whole foods? · Best food for senior dog? 45 lbs 12.5 yo · General Food Question - Best Dog Eating Plan for Overall Longevity?
    16
  • dog shampoo
    7 posts in the past month
    1. Best shampoo for senior pomeranian dog with skin issues
    2. Best Dog shampoo on the market. Not even close!
    3. Best shampoo TropiClean, PetHead or FURminator or other EU available?
    #2
    dog shampoo
    Best shampoo for senior pomeranian dog with skin issues · Best Dog shampoo on the market. Not even close! · Best shampoo TropiClean, PetHead or FURminator or other EU available?
    7
  • dog treats
    4 posts in the past month
    1. Best all natural, healthy, light treats for puppy training?
    2. Our dog easily gets acid reflux and gets very gassy easily! Can you all give recommendations on low fat treat options? We have the low fat diets, but wanted more ideas on the best treats?
    3. What treats smell best to dogs?
    #3
    dog treats
    Best all natural, healthy, light treats for puppy training? · Our dog easily gets acid reflux and gets very gassy easily! Can you all give recommendations on low fat treat options? We have the low fat diets, but wanted more ideas on the best treats? · What treats smell best to dogs?
    4
  • flea treatment
    4 posts in the past month
    1. Best flea treatment without prescription U.K. please
    2. Best dog flea medication!?
    3. Best next step for relief? Fleas while on Simparica Trio
    #4
    flea treatment
    Best flea treatment without prescription U.K. please · Best dog flea medication!? · Best next step for relief? Fleas while on Simparica Trio
    4
  • dog nail grinder
    3 posts in the past month
    1. I'm looking for a quiet pet nail grinder that won't freak out my anxious dog - Best options for 2025?
    2. Best nail grinder for little dog?
    3. Best nail grinder for scared dogs?
    #5
    dog nail grinder
    I'm looking for a quiet pet nail grinder that won't freak out my anxious dog - Best options for 2025? · Best nail grinder for little dog? · Best nail grinder for scared dogs?
    3
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Frequently asked questions

Who is r/DogCare for?
Best for Pet Owners enthusiasts looking for a Reddit-based community with forum discussion.
Is r/DogCare free to join?
This listing is not marked as paid-only. Access rules and any fees are decided by the community.
How many members does r/DogCare have?
Roughly 24K members, based on figures reported by the community or its host. Member counts are approximate and change over time.
What platform is r/DogCare on?
r/DogCare runs on Reddit. Reddit communities (or "subreddits") are forum-based groups on the popular social news aggregation, web content rating, and discussion website Reddit. Reddit is commonly known as "the front page of the internet". Users submit content to the site such as links, text posts, and images, which are then voted up or down and discussed by other members. From investing Reddit communities, to professional ones, to ones just for laughs, you're likely to find a community for you on Reddit.
What topics does r/DogCare cover?
On the Hive Index, r/DogCare is organized under Pet Owners.
How do I join r/DogCare?
You can join r/DogCare by clicking this link, or pressing the "Go to community" button above.
What are the Animals communities like?
Communities for pet owners and animal enthusiasts covering everything from exotic invertebrates to domestic pets. Reddit, Discord, and dedicated platforms serve niches for bird lovers, tarantula keepers, marine mammal rescuers, and dog and cat owners alike.
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