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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.

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.

A woman in a bright yellow-orange sweater holding a striped kitten in one hand and a credit card in the other while using her laptop in front of her

When the bills rack up, these resources have your back.

Sophie Gamand’s Wet Dog collection

Partial ticketing proceeds for the show will benefit actress Katherine Heigl’s Jason Debus Heigl Foundation, an organization dedicated to animal welfare.

Dog lying on blanket, chewing on a bone

New research shows that chewing (toys, not shoes) reduces stress in dogs left home alone.

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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.

an illustration of Lukita Maxwell with her cat

The Shrinking actress gets pep talks from Jason Segel, shares scenes with Harrison Ford, and comes home to Roscoe — who she says is more of a “cat-dog.”


Aparna Brielle poses with her cat, Oscar Wilde

The FUBAR actress became a first-time pet mom when she adopted Oscar Wilde. Now, he’s turned her formerly pet-averse family into cat people, too.


Indy, a woman with brown deadlocked hair, sitting next to a sunflower outside while holding a blind white dog named Okra

The star of the new Nat Geo series Farm Dreams feeds her pup fresh popsicles and foraged kelp.

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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.

Woman lying in bed hugging a black dog.

October 1 is National Black Dog Day. Sadly, black dogs are adopted less than pups with lighter coats. Here’s everything you should know about “black dog syndrome.”

tripod dog / dog with three legs

It’s Adopt a Less-Adoptable Pet Week! Here’s why you shouldn’t rule out senior dogs, special-needs pups, bully breeds, or tripods.

two bonded kittens snuggling

It’s Adopt a Less-Adoptable Pet Week. Here’s why bonded kitties, senior cats, and felines with FIV make just as amazing pets as any other.

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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.

Woman And Dog Cleaning Coast From Trash.

Clean the earth and save on pet goodies. It’s a win-win.

Indy, a woman with brown deadlocked hair, sitting next to a sunflower outside while holding a blind white dog named Okra

The star of the new Nat Geo series Farm Dreams feeds her pup fresh popsicles and foraged kelp.

A dog laying under a table outside while a woman cares for her plants.

Here’s how to be safe if your dog or cat is your gardening assistant.

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Ask a Vet

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.

travel

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

A dog walking on a Florida beach.

Find the perfect weekend getaway for you and your pup.

A woman petting her dog on a a chair at Outbound Hotel

The best destinations for you and your co-pilot.

Dallas collage, a small white dog being held surrounded by images of Dallas: Mutts Cantina, skyline, a singer with a guitar

Pups and their parents can giddy up for a good time.

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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.

A woman in a bright yellow-orange sweater holding a striped kitten in one hand and a credit card in the other while using her laptop in front of her

When the bills rack up, these resources have your back.

Sir Darius Brown and Beagle dog on his lap.

This Obama-endorsed, teenage animal advocate designs and donates bow ties to shelter dogs to help get them adopted.


Operation Sidekick featuring Sebastian and his Pit Bull named Scottie.

Helpful options to ensure your Pit Bull receives the food, vet care, and training they deserve.

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