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lifestyle

What Is a “Soul Dog?”

And how do you know when you’ve found yours?

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lifestyle

A Pet Parent’s Guide to Holiday Tipping

Tipping your pet care providers isn’t always expected, but it is always appreciated.

White Cat At The Christmas Tree.
health

Are Pine Needles Toxic to My Cat?

Eating any part of the Christmas tree sounds gross. But here’s why your cat really shouldn’t.

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lifestyle

Is Your Pet More Pampered Than You? How to Know If You're Taking It Too Far

What dog doesn't need a spa day?

Sabrina Carpenter holding up two kittens.
lifestyle

The Most Popular Cat Names of 2024

From Timotheé to Sabrina, our pets’ names are an ode to pop culture.

Cute Pit Bull dog looking outside of car window, at Christmas lights.
behavior

Do Dogs Love Christmas Lights as Much as We Do? The Internet Seems to Think So

It might be time to take your dog on a holiday lights tour.

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

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health

The Holidays Are Prime Time for Pancreatitis—Here’s How to Protect Your Dog

With all the festivities (and eating!) afoot, its extra important to know how to prevent the disease.

Outdoor cat sits on a tractor outside.
news

Cats May Become Bird Flu Carriers, New Study Warns

With bird flu cases on the rise, scientists are worried the virus could mutate.

Large brown dog sick and coughing.
health

Why Is My Dog Coughing? 11 Reasons Why and What to Do

From toxins to allergies, lets get down to business and problem-solve this.

Behavior & Training

Man looking into his dog's eyes.
news

We’re Not as Good at Reading Our Dogs’ Emotions as We Thought, Study Finds

People struggle to recognize fear and frustration the most.

Tattooed and pierced woman wearing a black and white striped shirt and holding an upset looking cat
behavior

Is My Cat Angry at Me? How to Tell if Your Cat is Upset

Cat behaviorist Kristiina Wilson on how to tell if your cat is grumpy—or just kind of like that.

Puppy stealing slipper from woman at home.
behavior

How to Teach a Dog to “Drop It”

The most important cue your dog doesn’t know. Yet.

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Pet health question that’s not an emergency? Our vet team will answer over email within 48 hours. So, go ahead, ask us about weird poop, bad breath, and everything in between.

Lifestyle

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lifestyle

How to Travel Without Feeling Guilty About Leaving Your Dog at Home

It’s possible to be a good pet parent and take a trip or two.

Charli XCX and two golden retriever puppies.
news

The 20 Most Popular Dog Names of 2024

Even our pups had a Brat summer.

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lifestyle

The 10 Most Jaw-Dropping Items the Ultra-Rich Buy Their Pets

These cats and dogs are living the good life.

Shopping

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shopping

21 Holiday Gifts for the Pup Who Deserves Everything Good This Year

Trust us—there isn’t a single skip on this list.

Woman with dog in Paikka coat.
shopping

The Best Coats for Dogs in 2025

Keep your snow angel warm this winter in these durable options.

Cat stretching on blue bedding
shopping

5 Calming Products for Cats

Because New Year’s Eve is never a silent night.

Animal Welfare

‘Trooper’ the dog found tied to fence during Hurricane Milton adopted by Florida family.
news

Dog Left Tied to a Pole in Hurricane Milton Floodwaters Has Been Adopted

It was “love at first sight” with his new housemate, another Bull Terrier rescue.

Humane Society of Missouri is returning from a rescue in Polk County, Missouri with 28 dogs including one deceased.
lifestyle

27 Dogs Were Saved From the Brink of Starvation in Missouri

The shelter needs your help supporting these neglected pups.

A Southwest captain made a new friend in kitten Avery while flying 145 shelter animals affected by Hurricane Milton and Hurricane Helene to the Midwest.
lifestyle

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.

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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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