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Behavior

Training a dog? Deciphering a cat tail twitch? We’ve got expert tips for the wackiest of behaviors.

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Why Does My Cat Rub His Face on My Face?

You’re gettin’ awfully close there, pal.

basic obedience & training

Learn from the experts and train your pet on basic obedience: potty training, crate training, even litter box training. Plus, how to find a professional trainer.

Man holding puppy outside in grass.

And how to keep them safe when they do.

Woman teaching her dog how to use speech buttons.

Those viral Tiktok videos may not be all smoke and mirrors. 

Person walking their dog in the street

Don’t let your new dog walk you.

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behavioral issues

Dog barking? Cat scratching? Our experts have tips to help all sorts of behavior and aggression issues so your pet can earn that “good boy!” (or girl).

Cat biting a woman playfully at home.

Is this playtime, or...

Two cats fighting at home.

And how to avoid any problems.

Picky dog doesn't want to eat his kibble at home.

A veterinary nutritionist shares what you can do if you’re being held hostage by your dog’s particular palate.

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behavior & body language

Tail wagging? Ear pinning? It all means something. We’ll show you how to understand your pet (and communicate with them) with guides to decode the weirdest body language and behavior.

Woman playing fetch with her cat at home.

The classic game isn’t just for dogs.

Woman kissing her pet cat at home.

You’re gettin’ awfully close there, pal.

Woman looking into her Beagle dog's eyes.

You and your pup are on the same wavelength—seriously.

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anxiety & separation anxiety

Learn how to deal with separation anxiety (and other forms of pet anxiety) so they keep calm when you’re not together.

Woman hugging her dog outside.

Some may come as a surprise.

cat with the crystal toy in pink

Merci Collective founder Chani Ronez on her new collection of crystal and catnip-infused toys for cats.

Little schoolgirl happy to see her dog before or after school.

Noisy school buses and crowds of roving children are a terrifying phenomenon for some dogs.

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