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Dog cobbing its male owner outside.
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What Is ‘Cobbing’ and Should You Make Your Dog Stop?

Think about it like your dog sucking their thumb... except different.

Two dogs playing with a toy outside in the grass.
behavior

Why Do Dogs Love to Steal Other Dogs’ Toys?

Even when they have plenty of their own...

Cat sleeping on man's chest at home.
behavior

7 Reasons Your Cat Loves Sleeping Next to You

Snuggle, snuggle!

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Punch, a baby macaque monkey at Ichikawa City Zoo in Ichikawa, Japan (about 20 miles east of Tokyo), has gone viral for his sweet demeanor.
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Do Puppies Ever Get Rejected by Their Moms Like Punch the Monkey?

Bring on the waterworks.

Cat pawing man's face to wake him up.
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5 Weird Things Cats Do That Are Actually Totally Normal

It’s fine. Your cat is fine. Odd, but fine.

Dog Staring out window
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The One Thing You Should Never Do When Leaving Your Dog Home Alone

It could make them miss you even more.

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Health & Nutrition

Cat sitting next to an automatic feeder.
Cute Corgi dog with its tongue sticking out.
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Why Your Dog’s Tongue Might Be Their Most Important Body Part

Your pup uses their tongue in many surprising ways.

Senior cat and dog cuddling at home.
health

Why Do Cats Live Longer Than Dogs?

A dive into how genetics, environment, and overall health impact feline and canine lifespans.

Behavior & Training

Man trying to touch his Golden Retriever's paw.
behavior

Why Are Dogs So Weird About Having Their Paws Touched?

It’s as if they had a traumatic mani-pedi in a past life or something.

Cat pawing man's face to wake him up.
behavior

5 Weird Things Cats Do That Are Actually Totally Normal

It’s fine. Your cat is fine. Odd, but fine.

Man cuddling dog in bed.

Lifestyle

Man in his mid 20's cuddling in bed with his white labrador puppy.
lifestyle

Why Napping With Your Pet Is Actually Good for You

One study says you benefit from a power nap. Guess what? So does your cat or dog.

Woman petting cat at home.
health

Why Do I Keep Getting Shocked When I Touch My Pet?

“Sparks fly” might describe your connection with them, but... not like this.

Dog plays at Dogwood Play Park.
lifestyle

14 Indoor Dog Parks to Help Your Pup Get Through the Long Winter

Because the cold weather shouldn’t stop your dog from living their best life.

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Calico cat eating food from an automatic feeder at home.
shopping

9 Best Automatic Cat Feeders of 2026—Reviewed

So no one has to wait for their next meal.

Woman brushing her dog outside.
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10 Best Dog Brushes of 2026—Reviewed

Keep their shedding to a minimum and their coat extra smooth.

Cat leaving litter box at home.
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