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Let’s talk about both the little things and big moments of life with pets. Like exercise routines, pet-sitter checklists, pet-safe plants…and how much it all costs.

A woman in a fun Christmas sweater with bright red nails holding a shiny red Christmas tree ornament in front of her grey cat

There is a way to keep these holiday chaos demons at bay—here are some tips.

concerned person talking on phone

Here are some red flags to look out for.

Man holding up a small kitten.

Set your new bestie up for success.

Ask a Vet

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.

Smiling woman happy at the animal clinic with the veterinarian.

Meet the veterinary professionals writing, reviewing, and consulting on our health advice.

A woman walking with her dog at golden hour.

Animal behaviorist Karen London on how the time change will affect your cat or dog.

Beloved Pets Ofrenda Construction

You can visit the altar now through November 3.

The dog who won’t leave your side or the cat who has a hit list full of your enemies is probably a Scorpio.

a woman with black hair, green eyes, and red nails hugs a black cat

This Halloween season, let’s dispel some silly superstitions that haunt these kitties.

Come for classics like Cujo, and stay for off-the-wall entries like House.

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Woman laying with her dog on the couch at home.

FOMO doesn’t apply when there’s a dog or cat at home.

Meet Minnesota’s new First Dog: Scout.

And encouraged others to rescue, too.

Woman and her dog snuggling at home.

For starters, they’re better listeners.

Boy petting his old dog at home on the bed.

Fluffy didn’t go to a farm to chase rabbits, so maybe don’t say she did. 

In this photograph provided by Alexandra Betts, the cat, Rayne Beau, is seen eating food provide by Betts in Roseville, Calif., in Aug. 2024.

Is this the real-life plot of Homeward Bound or what?

Illustration of a brunette woman in tan dress and black converse walking with her arms outstretched and on leg up in the middle of a midnight, moonlit, mountainous scene with two wolves running in front of her.

Libras are the undisputed favorite humans at the dog park.

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