Articles by Mia Mercado

Mia Mercado

Mia Mercado is a writer whose work has appeared in The New Yorker, New York Times, and The Cut. She’s also the author of two essay collections, She’s Nice Though and Weird But Normal. Mia has a dog named Ava who is an adorable little freak just like her mother.

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  Can Your Dog Tell When You’re Lying?

  They can sniff out where you’ve hidden their treats, but deception is another matter.

  They can sniff out where you’ve hidden their treats, but deception is another matter.

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  Is It Weird to Go to a Dog Park If You Don’t Have a Dog?

  Dog-watching is one of the best ways to pass time, even if you don’t have a pup. But will dog parents judge you?

  Dog-watching is one of the best ways to pass time, even if you don’t have a pup. But will dog parents judge you?

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  Why Do We Have the Urge to Squeeze Our Adorable Pets?

  There’s a scientific reason for this impulse.

  There’s a scientific reason for this impulse.

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  These Volunteer Programs Let You Take Shelter Dogs Out for an Adventure

  Whether you’re going for just a stroll or an all-day hike, everyone will benefit big time.

  Whether you’re going for just a stroll or an all-day hike, everyone will benefit big time.

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  Do You Have a Lost Cat? Here Are the 8 Steps to Take Right Now

  Follow these expert tips so your bestie can come home ASAP.

  Follow these expert tips so your bestie can come home ASAP.

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  What to Do When Your Dog Is Even More Anxious Than You Are

  Did you get a dog for emotional support and now they are the one who needs it?

  Did you get a dog for emotional support and now they are the one who needs it?

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  Are You a Helicopter Dog Parent?

  It’s normal to worry—but your pup might need some space.

  It’s normal to worry—but your pup might need some space.