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Why You Should Stay Far, Far Away From Blue-Green Algae This Summer
Consider getting a water-testing kit to keep your pup safe.
Why Do We Have the Urge to Squeeze Our Adorable Pets?
There’s a scientific reason for this impulse.
Do You Have Dog-Park Drama With Another Pet Parent? Here’s How to Handle It
In the end, some jerks are just better to avoid. But it’s worth trying to resolve things first.
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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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No One Needs a $150,000 Svalinn Luxury-Bodyguard Dog
There are plenty of trainable dogs at shelters.
A TikTok Star Raised Nearly $200,000 for a Cat Sanctuary After Saving an Injured Cat
How his viral video led to critical help for Edgar and Ivy’s Cat Sanctuary in Texas.
How to Help the Rescue Pets Who Seem to Be Stuck at Shelters Forever
And why the problem of long-term rescue and foster animals persists.
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Health & Nutrition
Cool Your Dog Down This Summer With These 8 Frozen-Treat Ideas
From DIY ice-fruit bowls to dog-friendly ice cream, they will be chillin’.
From DIY ice-fruit bowls to dog-friendly ice cream, they will be chillin’.
Dental Disease in Cats: Signs to Watch Out For and Prevention Tips
Much to their disappointment, taking care of your cat’s teeth is essential.
Much to their disappointment, taking care of your cat’s teeth is essential.
Behavior & Training
Thanks to Evolution, Your Dog Understands Your Emotions
Per a new study, pups show signs of stress when humans cry—but not all animals do.
Per a new study, pups show signs of stress when humans cry—but not all animals do.
Why Does My Cat’s Tail Vibrate?
They’re trying to tell you something... but what?
They’re trying to tell you something... but what?
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Saving Jones Is an Essential Rescue Documentary—How You Can Make Sure More People See It
Get tickets to the September NYC screening now, and tell your favorite streamers to pick up this film.
Healthy Pets Are Being Euthanized in LA Shelters for “Bogus” Reasons
“No kill? It just means slow kill,” one volunteer says of the unprecedented shelter crisis.
“No kill? It just means slow kill,” one volunteer says of the unprecedented shelter crisis.
10 Drive-In Movie Theaters Where You and Your Pup Can Do Movie Night
Give your pup a taste of the good old days and take in a flick at one of these dog-friendly drive-ins.
Give your pup a taste of the good old days and take in a flick at one of these dog-friendly drive-ins.
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11 Best Grooming Products for Your Pup
Tools to keep your pet looking so fresh and so clean, from bamboo hair brushes to biodegradable wipes.
Best Cat Litter in 2024: Low-Tracking, Dust-Free, Eco-Friendly
Helping your cat find their preferred litter doesn’t have to be a crapshoot.
Helping your cat find their preferred litter doesn’t have to be a crapshoot.
13 Products Your Senior Dog Needs
From doggie diapers to toe grips, this gear will help your pet thrive through their golden years.
From doggie diapers to toe grips, this gear will help your pet thrive through their golden years.
A Month Pampering a Snowshoe Siamese “Prince” on $160K—A TikTok Impulse Buy Included
opens in a new tabPetty Cash is a new series where we find out just how much real people are spending on their pets.
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The Pit Bull-Advocacy Doc “Saving Jones” Isn’t Just for Dog Lovers
Actress and comedian Rebecca Corry wants to heal society’s messed up relationship with Pit Bulls—starting with this movie.
Dog Breeding Facility Fined a Record $35 Million for Animal Cruelty Against 4,000 Beagles
Inotiv, the parent company of Envigo, will pay the largest ever fine issued under the Animal Welfare Act.
The Department of Defense Is Spending $1 Million to Test Drugs on Dogs
A watchdog group exposed the DOD’s cruel abuse of Beagles.
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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