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7 Surprising Things Cats Are Afraid Of
The term “scaredy-cat” didn’t enter the lexicon out of nowhere.
5 Tips for Keeping Your Dog Out of Trouble This Thanksgiving
Because your pup is not too proud to beg.
Dog-Age Chart: Calculating Your Dog’s Age in Human Years
The math isn’t as cut and dry as you’d think.
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Are Cats the Most Toxic Pets on the Planet?
Maybe so—but not toxic like your ex-best friend is toxic.
A Massive Amount of Carrots Have Been Recalled After Testing Positive for E. Coli
Do not feed your dog this popular snack.
You and Your Dog's Heart Activity Match up When You Spend Time Together, New Study Finds
It’s like U2 said: Two hearts beat as one...
Got a new pet? Here’s what to do.
Let ’s be real. Welcoming home a new dog or cat is a very cute but very crazy time. Thankfully, we’re here to help with a nifty new pet parent to-do list.
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Health & Nutrition
Can Dogs Eat Turkey?
Before you invite them to the Thanksgiving table, here’s what you should know.
Can a Kitten Eat Adult Cat Food?
Uhh, is that safe, little guy?
Can Dogs Get the Flu from Humans?
Or is it OK to snuggle them close while we recover?
Behavior & Training
How to Find a Qualified Trainer for Your New Dog
The questions to ask and credentials to look out for to find the right trainer for your dog, according to a pro.
Why Does Your Dog Lick Your Other Dog’s Ears?
That’s cute... sort of?
This Free AI App Can Tell You What Your Cat’s Meows Mean—Supposedly
Meet MeowTalk, the app that translates your kitty’s screams into actual English.
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Lifestyle
Constantly Comparing Your Dog to Your First Pup? You May Have “My Last Dog Syndrome”
It's definitely a thing.
Fire Conditions Are Worsening Across the Country. Here’s How to Keep Your Pet Safe
Droughts are causing destruction from wildfires in California to a brush fire in Brooklyn’s Prospect Park.
Former Smashing Pumpkins Bassist Ditched the Touring Life to Start a Dog-Walking Company
Nicole Fiorentino’s The Pet Groupies also offers pet-sitting services in Los Angeles and Portland, Oregon.
Shopping
13 Holiday Gifts to Show Your Cat They’re Your True Number One
Finally, something they’ll like more than the box it came in.
8 Sweaters Your Dog Might Need This Chilly Season—Really
As Amy Poehler and Maya Rudolph say, it’s “sweata weatha” — for your pup, too.
11 Stylish Bananas That Will Make Your Pup the Talk of the Neighborhood
The best looks for on-trend dogs, whether they’re into classic florals or embracing “Brat.”
Animal Welfare
27 Dogs Were Saved From the Brink of Starvation in Missouri
The shelter needs your help supporting these neglected pups.
Pilot Adopts Cat He Flew to Safety During a Hurricane Rescue Flight
“It was love at 30,000 feet,” Lucky Dog Animal Rescue’s CEO said.
Man Who Left His Dog Tied to a Pole in Hurricane Floodwaters Is Arrested for Animal Cruelty
The pup, now named Trooper, is safe with a foster family.
A Month Giving a Senior Poodle and Whippet Mix the Life They Deserve on $150K
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New Dog Training 101
Look, new dogs are cute. But they’re also little alien monsters who have descended to destroy our furniture and our sleep. Still, we love them. Luckily, this program covers all the basics, from potty training to proper socialization—all through positive reinforcement. Time to stock up on treats!
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