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A Pet Parent’s Guide to Holiday Tipping
Tipping your pet care providers isn’t always expected, but it is always appreciated.
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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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?
The Most Popular Cat Names of 2024
From Timotheé to Sabrina, our pets’ names are an ode to pop culture.
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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The Holidays Are Prime Time for Pancreatitis—Here’s How to Protect Your Dog
With all the festivities (and eating!) afoot, it’s extra important to know how to prevent the disease.
Cats May Become Bird Flu Carriers, New Study Warns
With bird flu cases on the rise, scientists are worried the virus could mutate.
Why Is My Dog Coughing? Common Causes for a Cough
That sounds unpleasant...
Behavior & Training
We’re Not as Good at Reading Our Dogs’ Emotions as We Thought, Study Finds
People struggle to recognize fear and frustration the most.
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.
How to Teach a Dog to “Drop It”
The most important cue your dog doesn’t know. Yet.
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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.
The 20 Most Popular Dog Names of 2024
Even our pups had a Brat summer.
The 10 Most Jaw-Dropping Items the Ultra-Rich Buy Their Pets
These cats and dogs are living the good life.
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21 Holiday Gifts for the Pup Who Deserves Everything Good This Year
Trust us—there isn’t a single skip on this list.
The Best Coats for Dogs in 2025
Keep your snow angel warm this winter in these durable options.
5 Calming Products for Cats
Because New Year’s Eve is never a silent night.
Animal Welfare
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.
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.
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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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