Welcome to DoggieBark.com, where we believe that every dog deserves love, attention, and expert care — and every dog owner deserves trusted guidance and real-life support.

If you’re a passionate dog lover, trainer, vet, pet industry professional, or just someone with a great story to tell — we invite you to write for us and become a voice in the dog community.

Writing for DoggieBark not only helps educate and inspire thousands of readers each month — it also gives you a platform to share your knowledge, build your online presence, and contribute to something paws-itively awesome.

Why Write for DoggieBark?

We are always looking for writers who share our mission: to help dog owners make better decisions for their pets through informative, engaging, and helpful content.

Here’s why contributors choose to write for DoggieBark:

Reach a Passionate Audience

With thousands of monthly visitors and a growing community of dog enthusiasts, your article will reach an engaged and appreciative audience.

Build Your Brand and Authority

You’ll receive a do-follow backlink to your personal blog, business, or portfolio — helping you grow traffic and credibility in the pet niche.

Support Responsible Pet Parenting

Whether it’s training advice, food reviews, or emotional stories, your writing can genuinely help dog owners become better caregivers.

Get Featured and Shared

We promote our content through newsletters, social media, and partnerships — so your post won’t just be published, it’ll be seen.

What Type of Content We Accept

We accept original articles in the following categories:

1. Dog Training & Behavior

  • Obedience training tips
  • Puppy socialization guides
  • Crate training, leash training, potty training
  • Managing separation anxiety, aggression, etc.

2. Health & Wellness

  • Common illnesses and symptoms
  • Vaccinations and preventive care
  • Natural remedies and holistic wellness
  • Senior dog care tips
  • Vet Q&As or medical insight

3. Dog Food & Nutrition

  • Balanced homemade dog food recipes
  • Raw feeding pros and cons
  • Grain-free vs traditional diets
  • Dog food brand reviews
  • Ingredient breakdowns (what to avoid)

4. Breed Guides

  • Breed profiles and characteristics
  • Best dogs for families, apartments, first-time owners
  • Breed comparison articles (e.g., Labrador vs Golden Retriever)

5. Grooming & Lifestyle

  • Grooming tips by coat type
  • DIY grooming at home
  • Seasonal care advice
  • Travel tips for dogs
  • Safety tips for summer/winter

6. Product Reviews & Recommendations

  • Toys, collars, beds, grooming tools, supplements
  • Honest, first-hand reviews preferred
  • Must be detailed, unbiased, and helpful

7. Stories & Community

  • Rescue or adoption stories
  • How your dog changed your life
  • Interviews with pet professionals
  • Emotional or funny stories from real owners

Writing Guidelines

To maintain our standards and provide real value to readers, please follow these detailed guidelines:

Word Count

  • Minimum: 1,000 words
  • Recommended: 1,200–1,800 words
  • Long-form posts with depth and originality are preferred.

Originality

  • All content must be 100% original and not published elsewhere (we check with Copyscape and other tools).
  • No plagiarism or spun content.
  • You may republish a snippet (with credit) on your own blog with a link to the full article on DoggieBark.com.

Style & Tone

  • Friendly, clear, and helpful — write like you’re talking to a fellow dog owner.
  • Avoid jargon unless you’re explaining it clearly.
  • Keep paragraphs short (2–4 sentences).
  • Use bullet points, numbered lists, and headings to improve readability.

Formatting

  • Use H2 and H3 headings to structure your article.
  • Add subheadings, short paragraphs, and breaks for scannability.
  • Include relevant keywords (naturally) for SEO.
  • Add internal links to other DoggieBark articles when relevant.

Example outline:

H1: Best Dog Food for Allergies
H2: What Causes Food Allergies in Dogs?
H3: Common Ingredients to Avoid
H2: Top 5 Dog Foods for Sensitive Dogs
H3: 1. Brand Name Review
H3: 2. Brand Name Review
...
H2: Homemade Alternatives and Recipes

Images (Optional)

  • You may submit original or royalty-free images.
  • Please do not embed images in the document. Instead, share them as attachments or with source links (Pixabay, Unsplash, etc.).
  • If using your own photos, include a note that you grant DoggieBark permission to use them.

What We Don’t Accept

  • Previously published articles (no reposts)
  • AI-generated, duplicate, or keyword-stuffed content
  • Articles with inaccurate or misleading health claims
  • Promotional guest posts or blatant advertising
  • Adult content, politics, or non-dog-related content

Contributor Requirements

You don’t need to be a professional writer — just someone who knows and loves dogs! That said, we prefer contributors who:

  • Are dog owners, trainers, groomers, or pet professionals
  • Can provide factual, experience-based information
  • Are open to editorial feedback

How to Submit

Please send an email to hello@doggiebark.com with the subject: “Guest Post Submission – [Your Topic]”.

Include the following in your email:

  1. Your name and a short bio (2–3 sentences)
  2. Your article idea(s) or a full draft in Google Docs, Word, or pasted in the email
  3. Optional: Link to your blog or portfolio
  4. Optional: 1 link you’d like to include in the article (relevant and non-promotional)

We aim to respond within 5–7 business days. If accepted, we’ll notify you with a publication date and final edits if needed.

Final Notes

  • Your post will be published under your name unless requested otherwise.
  • We may make editorial changes to ensure clarity, tone, or SEO performance.
  • All accepted submissions become the property of DoggieBark.com and cannot be republished elsewhere in full.
  • You’ll be notified once your article goes live and can proudly share it with your audience!

Join the DoggieBark Contributor Pack!

Thank you for your interest in contributing to DoggieBark.com. We love working with people who care about dogs as much as we do. Whether you’re sharing your expertise, your dog’s journey, or your love for paws and play, we’re excited to hear your story.

Got questions before submitting? Feel free to reach out to us at hello@doggiebark.com.

Let’s make the dog world smarter, kinder, and a whole lot furrier — together.