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Let’s talk about life as a pet parent. We’ve got travel tips, dating advice, adoption info, and so much more.

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School’s Back in Session—How to Deal if Your Dog Gets Overwhelmed by the Chaos

Noisy school buses and crowds of roving children can be scary for some pups.

life with pets

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.

Woman holding her dog outside.

They sure feel like the key to happiness.

Woman taking a photo of her dog at home.

Find out if your pup or kitty has what it takes to go viral.

Two dogs running outside in the grass.

Even tiny dogs can reach some high speeds.

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Save 30% on the airline that treats dogs like passengers, not cargo

Want to (peacefully) fly with your pup? Get 30% off your next flight with RetrievAir for National Pet Month.

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pets & their people

Let’s talk humans. See what celebs have to say about pet parenthood. Find advice on handling your pet’s other people (e.g. your ex.) And get more tips for the people stuff.

Man grieving over his pet outside.

It’s not just because they are uncomplicated and easy to love.

Cacau, a chocolate Labrador from Brazil, took home the "top surf dog" gold medal for herself and her owner, Ivan Moreira, as determined by length of ride, technique, confidence and size or strength of the wave.

This pup brought home the crown for the second year in a row.

Woman wins full custody of cat after two-year legal battle with friend who didn’t return it after pet-sitting.

This is a new one...

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adoption & fostering

New pet parent (or still thinking about fostering or adopting a pet)? Get all the advice you need: how to find the right pet for you, how to introduce them to other pets and kids, and how to bond with your new family member.

A woman working at her desk with a dog sitting on her lap.

Any of these breeds are great for city living and available at shelters and rescues.

Simpsons cat lady

More isn’t always merrier.

cute mutt / mixed breed dog

On National Mutt Day, here are nine reasons you should adopt a mixed-breed dog.

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sustainability

Go green with your pet. Read up on eco-friendly pet care trends to help minimize your pet’s carbon pawprint.

Still image from Reef Builders, a documentary supported by Sheba

It’s an unexpected partnership that’s making waves for marine life.

Hiker and dog overlooking the top of a mountain

Expert tips to help reduce your pet’s carbon footprint. (Pawprint? You get it.)

A man carrying a dog in a purple dog carrier tote.

Seven brands transforming ocean-bound water bottles into well-designed dog accessories.

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travel

From pet travel tips to pet-friendly city guides, we’ve got all your flying, hiking, and biking needs covered.

Worried young woman sitting on plane.

A new study says people with dogs have serious trouble relaxing when they’re out of town.

A man with a dog on a hike stoping to enjoy a beautiful overlook on a cliff.

It’s time to hit the trails.

Woman and her dog on BARK Air airplane.

You can now fly Bark Air with your dog to more spots in the U.S. and Europe.

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animal advocacy

Learn about the people making a difference for animals and what you can do to lend a hand, too.

Riley the rescue Golden Retriever being transported out of the debris of the World Trade Center.

We pay tribute to the pups who risked their lives to save others 24 years ago.

Orange cat in shelter

A Change.org petition raised awareness for the neglectful situation.

Pit Bull dog chained up outside.

It was the most dogs ever seized from one person in a dog fighting sting.


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