Articles by Elizabeth Laura Nelson
Elizabeth Laura Nelson
Elizabeth Laura Nelson is a writer and editor based in Brooklyn, New York. As a child, Elizabeth was scared of cats (claws and teeth, yikes) but she has since gotten over her fear and now shares her home with three sweet and gentle feline companions who make life better (and cuddlier) every day.
- behavior
Cats Actually Like It When You Talk in Your Baby Voice, Study Says
Is your cat ignoring you? Try making your voice a little cuter.
Is your cat ignoring you? Try making your voice a little cuter.
It’s a clear sign something isn’t right.
Give them an alternative to your shoes.
- nutrition
The Best Training Treats for Dogs in 2025
The most mouth-watering treats for training your pup.
The most mouth-watering treats for training your pup.
Here's how to help the new arrival settle in.
Help your little one learn the ropes.
- 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.
It might be time to take your dog on a holiday lights tour.
- lifestyle
How to Get Rid of Dog Pee Smell in Carpet, Couches, Beds and Outside
Accidents happen. Here’s how to clean them up.
Accidents happen. Here’s how to clean them up.
- lifestyle
How to Remove Dog Pee and Other Stains From Carpet—Without Harsh Chemicals
The next time your dog pees on your favorite rug, be prepared with this simple, three-step method.
The next time your dog pees on your favorite rug, be prepared with this simple, three-step method.
- lifestyle
How to Register a Dog for The First Time
This step-by-step guide takes you through the process.
This step-by-step guide takes you through the process.
- behavior
7 Surprising Things Cats Are Afraid Of
The term “scaredy-cat” didn’t enter the lexicon out of nowhere.
The term “scaredy-cat” didn’t enter the lexicon out of nowhere.
- health
Are Cats the Most Toxic Pets on the Planet?
Maybe so—but not toxic like your ex-best friend is toxic.
Maybe so—but not toxic like your ex-best friend is toxic.
- health
Best Dewormer for Puppies
Not everything about caring for a puppy is cute—but unfortunately necessary.
Not everything about caring for a puppy is cute—but unfortunately necessary.
- nutrition
What Is the Best Puppy Food for Small Breeds?
They may be tiny, but their appetites are not.
They may be tiny, but their appetites are not.
- lifestyle
I Am a “Cat Lady” and I’m Not Miserable at All, Thank You Very Much
Vice-presidential nominee J.D. Vance made some rude remarks and cat ladies are not having it.
Vice-presidential nominee J.D. Vance made some rude remarks and cat ladies are not having it.
Besides plenty of cuteness, of course.
The better question is should they?
Save your sofa.
Because the early bird isn’t the only one who gets the worm(s).
Cats appreciate a clean bathroom as much as you do.
- behavior
How to Use Dog Treats for Training
Here’s your guide to how treats can help as your new pup is learning all the things.
Here’s your guide to how treats can help as your new pup is learning all the things.
Cats—they’re just like us.
- shopping
The Best Diaper Options for Kittens in 2024
Plus, all your kitten-diaper questions answered (we know you have them).
Plus, all your kitten-diaper questions answered (we know you have them).
Your pup should keep these in their medicine cabinet.
Because messes come with the territory.
Cover that sh*t up.
Figure out how long that big bag will last you.
Level up your grooming game.
It’ll make life easier for both of you—eventually.
- behavior
Can Cats Have Nightmares?
If so, they’re probably about going to the vet in that stupid carrier.
If so, they’re probably about going to the vet in that stupid carrier.
- behavior
Dogs Who Are Easy to Train: Top 10 Easiest Dogs to Train
Spoiler: It’s not about the breed. But these pups are pretty brainy.
Spoiler: It’s not about the breed. But these pups are pretty brainy.
It’s the saddest sound in the world.
Dogs: They’re not just like us.
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