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- lifestyle
How 5 Pet Parents’ Lives Had a Glow-Up After They Got Their Pets
Turns out finding community isn’t so hard when you’ve got a cute pal to help get you out of the house.
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- lifestyle
“Griffin’s Heart” Should Be Your Go-To Grief Guide
A pet-loss workbook sounds corny, but this gentle, realistic book lets you go at your own pace to heal.
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- nutrition
Does Your Cat Need a High-Protein Diet Like Some Bro at the Gym?
While they might not be working on their “gains,” there are other reasons this diet could be a good fit.
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- health
What to Know About Eye Infections in Cats
Cats’ eyes are strikingly beautiful, but goopy, irritated eyes are not.
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- shopping
Millie Bobby Brown Is Launching a Pet Apparel Line
Take your pet’s style to an Eleven: two collections launch in July.
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- shopping
53 Deals That Will Have Your Pet Stoked For Memorial Day 2023
Wild One, Little Beast, Maxbone, and more should be on your holiday shopping list this year.
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- health
9 Ways to Make Sure Your Pup Has a Chill and Safe Memorial Day
It’s the unofficial start of summer, and you don’t want to spend it at the emergency vet.
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- lifestyle
A New Flatbush Cats Clinic Is Bringing Affordable Care to Brooklyn
Brooklyn pets and parents can expect their new neighbor to arrive this summer.
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- health
What to Know About Rabies in Cats
There is one way to make sure your cat stays safe: vaccinate, vaccinate, vaccinate.
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- lifestyle
In Gemini Season 2023, We All Contain Multitudes
Geminis are the cats who know how to use the toilet like a human.
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- lifestyle
Is Your Cat’s Separation Anxiety Ruining Their Life and Yours?
Why your cat freaks out when you’re away (and how to help).
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- lifestyle
The Newly Proposed “Bowie’s Amendment” Needs Your Support
This potential legislation could save the lives of countless shelter dogs. Here’s how you can help.
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- nutrition
What You Need to Know About High-Fiber Cat Food
Beyond your knowledge from old Fiber One commercials, here’s the full report on why your kitty might need fiber in their diet, too.
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- lifestyle
How DIY Animal Rescuers Tell The Exhausting, Rewarding Stories of Their Work
In volunteers’ Instagram videos, you’ll see both the joy and the fatigue behind finding these deserving pets homes.
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- lifestyle
Loneliness Is a Public Health Crisis. Pets Can Help
Per the US Surgeon General, loneliness is as dangerous for your health as smoking 15 cigarettes a day. Here are ways pets can solve that.
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- lifestyle
The Wildest Has Hit One Million Subscribers!
We’re obviously celebrating, and we want you to join the party.
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- behavior
How to Stop Your Cat From Absolutely Ripping Apart Your Couch
Placing a cat tree or post in a room only, uh, scratches the surface of solving this problem.
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- nutrition
Everything You Need to Know About Freeze-Dried Cat Food
This diet could be just right for your cat. But keep these things in mind before you make the switch.
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- health
This Catnip Alternative Will Blow Your Cat’s Mind
If cats had their own TikTok trends, this would be one.
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- behavior
You Might Be the Reason Your Cat Is So Moody, Study Finds
Good thing they can’t talk about you in therapy.
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- lifestyle
FYI, Pets Are Incredibly Good For Your Mental Health
This Mental Health Awareness Month, experts share the science-backed ways our pets offer us emotional support.
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- shopping
The 5 Best Interactive Cat Toys By Nina Ottosson
The puzzle toys that’ll unleash your cat’s inner cougar.
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- lifestyle
Shockingly, Your Pet Will Enhance Your Mindfulness Practice
The next time they try to kiss your face while you’re in corpse pose, let them.
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- health
Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Pet Allergies But Were Afraid to Ask
Dermatologist and star of Pop Goes the Vet Dr. Joya Griffin on the season’s often misunderstood phenomenon.
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- nutrition
How Long Can Your Always-Hungry Cat Wait For Dinner?
Sometimes, they actually do need to eat.
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- health
What to Know About Runny Noses in Cats
Nasal discharge doesn’t sound cute, but you need to know what to look out for.
- lifestyle
Add The Street Vet’s New Book to Your Summer Reading List
What It Takes to Save a Life: A Veterinarian’s Quest for Healing and Hope will help you see pet parenthood with new eyes.
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- behavior
The Feline Five Is a Personality Test That Could Actually Be Useful
You could solve the mystery that is your kitty.
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- nutrition
Can Cats Eat Strawberries?
Soon, they’ll be demanding you make this strawberry ice cream recipe on repeat.
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- nutrition
Do Cats Need High-Calorie Cat Food?
Why you should only be packing on the calories in certain situations.
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- shopping
Zara’s Pet Collection Is Giving Montessori Influencer Vibes
For those who love a beige moment.
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- lifestyle
Karl Lagerfeld’s Cat, Choupette, Is an Official Muse for A-Listers
The cat, whose name means “sweetie” in French, was the costume inspiration for more than one Met Gala attendee last night.
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- shopping
It’s Time to Shop the Second-Ever Amazon Pet Day Deals
You’ve got 48 hours to splurge on your dog or cat. Well, what are you waiting for?!
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How The Pet Pillow Helps Me Grieve My Beloved Pandemic Kitty
I spent all of lockdown with a brand-new rescue cat. Earlier this year, she died, and one special gift has helped me heal.
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- behavior
How to Keep Your Cat From Running Away
Your kitty’s an explorer. Just keep their expeditions indoors.
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- health
Why Is My Cat So Damn Thirsty?
No, not like that. They’re literally drinking a lot of water. Here’s when you should be worried.
![Tabby cat leaning into a porcelain sink, tail curled in the air, as it sticks its tongue out to drink water from the faucet.]()
- shopping
Have You Ever Seen a Chicer Scratching Post?
Finally, a scratching post that actually looks nice in your home.
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- shopping
9 Pet-Safe Flower Bouquets For Mother’s Day
These stems are sure to make Mom smile (and avoid a trip to the pet ER).
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- lifestyle
Sleep-Away Camp For Kitty? The Pros and Cons of Boarding Your Cat
Keep these tips in mind when you’re looking for a quality spot to board your cat.
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- behavior
5 Signs You Should Get Your Cat a Cat
People, let me tell you ’bout (your cat’s) best friend.
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- lifestyle
Shelter Pets Deserve Amazon Pet Deals, Too
Seriously, you can donate to shelters just by shopping!
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- nutrition
How Many Treats Is Too Many For Your Cat?
Despite what your cat thinks, jerky treats all day, every day, is not the answer.
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- shopping
34 Mother’s Day Ideas For All the Cat Moms Who Secretly Want a Gift
Custom ceramics, whimsical puzzles, plus feline-themed kicks, clutches, candles, and more.
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- health
Now, Something No One Wants to Talk About: Cat Cancer
Veterinarian Dr. Alycia Washington breaks down the four most common types of cancer in cats, from how to spot the early signs to how to treat them.
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- shopping
How This CBD Brand Is Changing the Trauma Treatment Game For Pets
The founder of Heel on why full-spectrum CBD products can change your bestie’s entire life.
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- shopping
10 Eco-Friendly Pet Grooming Products
Package-free brushes, plant-based wipes, certified-organic shampoos, and more.
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- behavior
Does Your Scent Actually Help Calm Your Cat?
They want you around more than your sweaty T-shirt in their carrier, but thanks for the thought.
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- nutrition
Keep the Vampires at Bay. Can Cats Eat Garlic?
It’s a human cooking staple, but your cat shouldn’t indulge.
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- lifestyle
Take a Sun Bath on the Coziest Chaise Lounge For Taurus Season
It’s time for the most pampered people and pets to shine.
![Cher holding a black cat, Lizzo kissing a puppy, Nicholas Braun cuddling a Pomeranian, with a bull, the earth, and rock formations in the background]()
- health
Vets Are Seeing a Rise in “Pot Puppies”
You aren’t the only one getting way too high from edibles. A study published on 4/20 found an uptick in cannabis poisonings in pets.
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- lifestyle
Where Have All the Fosters Gone?
This is the Paula Cole parody that rescue orgs are singing as they struggle to find people to foster pets.
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- lifestyle
A California Bill Could Significantly Help Unhoused People and Their Pets
Pet parents wouldn’t have to choose between temporary shelter and keeping their pets.
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10 Subscription Boxes Your Cat Will Thank You For Endlessly
Curated treats, toys, and catnip. What more could a cat ask for — besides the cardboard the toys arrived in?
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- lifestyle
Sasha Spielberg’s Watercolor Pet Portraits Fuel Her Obsession with Dogs
The musician, actress, artist, and podcaster paints to honor her great past loves: the pups in her life.
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- shopping
Artist Livia Fălcaru’s Casetify Collection Is the Cat’s Meow
Turn your phone into a work of (her) art.
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- shopping
5 Litter Boxes Your Cat Likely Won’t Reject
Think like a cat when choosing a litter box...so you can go back to not thinking about litter boxes.
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- nutrition
Is Cultured Meat the Future of Sustainable Pet Food?
The Because, Animals co-founder on the eco-friendly way we could feed our pets.
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- health
What You Need to Know About Cat Mouth Ulcers
How to spot, diagnose, and treat these lesions — cancerous or non-cancerous.
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- behavior
You Can Clicker Train Your Cat — Really
This popular training technique isn’t just for dogs. Here’s how you can use it for your cat.
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- behavior
Here are 6 Truly Foolproof Steps For Litter Box Training Your Cat
If you do nothing else, teach your cat to poop in their litter box (not your shoe).
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- health
What to Know About Bird Flu in Cats and Dogs
Several cats and one dog in North America have died of the virus. Here’s how to keep them safe.
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- health
6 Ways Your Cat Could Tell You They Are in Pain
Here are all the way your kitty is trying to tell you they’re hurting.
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- health
Do Cat Foods For Sensitive Stomachs Really Help?
Dr. Bruce Kornreich explains why going this route isn’t always the answer.
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- health
Can Cats Actually Get the Common Cold?
They’re not exactly blowing their noses and rubbing Vicks on their chests, but here’s what you need to know.
- health
I Freaked Out at the Emergency Vet So You Don’t Have To
What to expect from and how to make the most of a trip to the ER.
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- behavior
5 Ways You’re Low-Key Ruining Your Cat’s Life
Just kidding, but you (or other pets) might be stressing them out more than necessary. Here’s how.
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- behavior
With the Help of Cats, Humans Can Land on Their Feet Too
Turns out, cats have made medical breakthroughs simply by being...cats.
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- health
Cat Jumping Off the Literal Walls? They Could Have Hyperthyroidism
Everything you need to know about the common disease.
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- behavior
What to Do When Your Cat Refuses to Be (Litter) Boxed In
A cat behaviorist explains why they are so particular about where they pop a squat.
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- health
Why Is Your Cat Puking Like They Partied All Night?
Here’s when you should worry if your cat is throwing up.
