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11 Ways You’re Annoying Your Dog Without Realizing It

Things can rub dogs the wrong way, too.

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Cats Have the Same 4 Attachment Styles as People, Study Says

Is your kitty securely attached? Or are they more the avoidant type?

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Why Are Dogs Obsessed with Booty Scratches?

Ah, that’s the spot.

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Why People Say Pets Cross the “Rainbow Bridge” When They Die—And How It Helps

It’s become part of the pet-parent vernacular as a source of comfort.

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Why Are Cats So Obsessed With Shoes?

We call it a “feline foot fetish.”

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5 Ways to Make Sure Your Dog Behaves When You Bring Them to a Restaurant

They are your preferred date, after all.

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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Top 10 Toxic Substances Pets Are Exposed to at Home, According to the ASPCA

The most common reasons people called the Animal Poison Control Center hotline in 2024.

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5 Ways Your Dog Could Be Putting You at Risk for a Bacterial Infection

Should we let dogs lick our face? Is it safe to wash the family dog in the bathtub? We asked the experts.

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Why Is My Cat Always Hungry?

Even if you don’t think they should be.

Behavior & Training

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7 Ways You Are Confusing Your Cat Without Realizing It

And how to communicate in a way they’ll understand.

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How to Train a Rescue Dog

To start, you’ll need a lot of patience and love.

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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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How to Adopt the Perfect Shelter Cat for Your Personality

We’ve got all the questions you should ask.

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Does It Affect Your Dog if You Change Their Name After Adopting Them?

From puppies to seniors, new friends to foster fails, here’s how to navigate a moniker swap.

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This New Dog-Friendly Air Service Lets You and Your Pup Fly Side by Side

RetrievAir—which welcomes dogs of all sizes—has officially launched.

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12 Women-Owned Pet Brands to Shop This Women’s History Month—and All Year

You’re probably already supporting these beloved stores, but March is as good a time as any to spoil your pet.

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The 5 Best Interactive Cat Toys By Nina Ottosson

The puzzle toys that’ll unleash your cat’s inner cougar.

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Your Ultimate Foster Dog Shopping List

Your foster dog needs love—but they also need stuff.

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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