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![Shiba Inu dog wearing a rainbow raincoat on a path outside while on a leash held by his pet parent, a person wearing black and gray]()
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This Pack Is More Into the Wild Than Back to School
The backpack from Charlie’s Backyard is perfect for dogs who love to hike and hold their own valuables.
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8 Dog-Friendly Travel Destinations in the Southeast
Find the perfect weekend getaway for you and your pup.
![A dog walking on a Florida beach.]()
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Soft Hiking Is Hardcore Good For You and Your Dog
Sorry, Miley. It’s not always about the climb.
![Woman and her small brown and white dog take a walk outside.]()
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42 Best Labor Day Deals for Pets
From Dyson’s pet hair vacuum to Fable’s coveted crate, a post-summer oasis awaits everyone in the fam.
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Giardia in Dogs: Signs, Symptoms and Treatment of This Summer Parasite
If your dog drinks from puddles or splashes around in lakes, read this.
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The Best Gear to Keep Your Dog Cool on Hot Summer Days
This has been the hottest summer on record, and it ain’t over yet.
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11 Best Dog Floaties For Those Last Pool Days of Summer
The best way to spend the end of summer? Just floatin’.
![Woman and her dog in the Rainbow Cloud Daybed Pool Float by Funboy and BARK.]()
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12 Splashy Dog Pool Toys For the End of Your Pup’s Summer
Because all dog pool parties need accessories.
![Small white and black dog playing with West Paw Zogoflex® toys in the summer]()
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How to Prepare Your Pet For a Natural Disaster
Hurricane season is in full force. A vet breaks down what to include in an emergency go-bag for your pet.
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Intimate Guide to Kayaking with Dogs: Tips, Safety, and Adventure Ideas
Bring your pup with you on your next adventure.
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Keeping Cats Cool in Summer: Essential Safety Tips for Your Feline Friends
And other summer safety tips.
![Young woman smiles while standing outside wearing a sunhat and holding up her big fluffy cat.]()
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How to Get Real Relief For Your Dog’s Miserable Allergies
A vet explains why environmental allergies flare up and what to do about it.
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How to Safely Make Your Dog Your First Mate
You’re on a boat, but does your dog want to be there, too?
![A man paddling on the water in a canoe with his dog.]()
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Dog Park Etiquette: Dog Park Dos and Don’ts
New kid on the block? Follow this trainer’s tips before letting your pet run wild.
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What to Do If Your Cat Gets Stung By a Bee
It’s not always as simple as scraping out the stinger. Find out everything you need to know.
![Ginger adult cat sits in flowering summer garden on pavement.]()
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Making a Splash: How to Throw an Epic Dog Pool Party for Dogs
Here’s some advice on what you can do to make yours the best in the neighborhood.
![Girlfriends lounging by pool in summer with large white dog.]()
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How to Turn Your Dog Into a Swim Fan
Get them to master the doggy paddle with these trainer-approved tips.
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Can My Cat Safely Enjoy Watermelon? A Guide to Feline Dietary Choices
Yes, the summertime staple is on the list of “safe” foods for cats.
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![Two dogs in life vests surfing at World Dog Surfing Championships 2020.]()
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9 Best Holistic Allergy Relief Products
Integrative veterinarian Dr. Lindsey Wendt shares her favorite products to attack pesky pet allergies.
![Dr. Lindsey Wendt holds a dog in front of a collection of allergy products.]()
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Summer Camps For You and Your Dog
Shack up with your pup in a cabin and live the summer camp dream together.
![Dogs play outside at summer camp.]()
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Planning a Pup-Friendly Road Trip
Your dog is your favorite person anyway — why not plan the perfect vacation with them?
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How to Keep Your Dog Looking Fresh — Even When Summer Has a Different Goal
Bugs don’t stand a chance against a well-groomed pup.
![A happy woman brushing her husky dog outside.]()
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How to Keep Your Pets Safe During Extreme Heat Waves
As scorching summer temperatures become the new normal, here’s how to help keep your pets cool and healthy.
![Australian shepherd panting with tongue out, walking ahead of owners.]()
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Leo Season 2023 Will Bring Out the Loyal Pet Parent in You
Leos are lion-hearted, bold, and they are incredibly devoted to those they love — including the furry ones.
![Chris Hemsworth; Dua Lipa; Jennifer Lopez with their dogs behind an orange and red background with a lion]()
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Did Your Cat Just Sneeze Like a Human Being? Here’s Why
Kitty sneezes can be alarming, but they’re not always cause for concern.
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51 Dog-Friendly Spots to Visit With Your Pup This Summer
Where to go and what to do — from Alabama to Wyoming.
![Man backpacking with his Golden Retriever puppy in a state park]()
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Summer Is Heating Up. Here’s How to Keep Your Dog From Doing the Same
Pro tips to keep your pup safe, happy, and exercised during the warmer months.
![Labrador Retriever and Dachsund playing with a stick at the beach shoreline]()
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Pet-Friendly Pest Control For Your Summer Garden
Here’s how to be safe if your dog or cat is your gardening assistant.
![A dog laying under a table outside while a woman cares for her plants.]()
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You’ve Got a Summer-Lovin’ Pup. Here’s How to Keep Them Safe
Some like it hot (but not most dogs). Here are the season’s health hazards, from fleas to foxtails.
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Yes, Cats Can Get Heartworm. Here’s How to Prevent It
Dogs are the natural target for these worms, but that doesn’t mean your cat isn’t at risk.
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Stay Far, Far Away From Blue-Green Algae This Summer
This stuff is already popping up across the U.S., and it’s super dangerous for your dog.
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![Woman having fun on the beach with her small black and white dog.]()
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Does a Change of Season Mean a Change of Hairstyle — For Your Dog?
Celebrity dog groomer Jess Rona sets the record straight about “summer cuts.”
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The Best Amazon Prime Day 2023 Pet Deals
Save the date! From July 11 to 12, you can finally buy smart home devices, travel essentials, interactive toys, and more stuff majorly on sale.
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5 Best Noise-Canceling Dog Earmuffs For Blocking Out Fireworks
Dogs’ hearing is way more sensitive than ours. These top-rated earmuffs can help drown out scary sounds like fireworks.
![Young woman in checkered shirt putting modern wireless headphones on loyal Great Dane dog against gray wall at home.]()
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Celebrity Chef Dan Churchill’s Frozen Blueberry Dog Treat Recipe
A sweet snack to keep your pup cool during the dog days of summer.
![celebrity chef dan churchill smiling at his dog at an outdoor market in the city.]()
![Teenagers Feeding a Dog Watermelon While Sitting In Car On a Sunny Day]()
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Happy Fourth of July. Here’s How to Stay Safe, Party Animals
This holiday should be for fireworks and grill-outs — not trips to the ER.
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Noise Sensitivity and Pain in Dogs
Research finds why dogs may suddenly become super sensitive to sounds.
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What to Do When Your Pup Reeks of Skunk Spray
Learn how to get skunk smell off dogs — because plugging up your nose isn’t gonna cut it.
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Dog Walking 101: How Often You Should Walk Your Dog
Your dog may need more exercise than you think, according to two vets and a behaviorist.
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Your Dog Will Be Rolling Over For These Soft-Baked Lobster Treats
Ready to celebrate summer and all it offers? We suggest these crustacean snacks for your lobster picnic-loving pup.
![A pink basket filled with groceries and a bag of Shameless Pets Lobster Roll(Over) Treats on top set against a bright yellow background]()
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Heat Stroke in Dogs: Signs, Treatment, and Prevention Expert Advice
How to take precautions for your pup when temperatures rise.
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Smoke Is Engulfing NYC. Here Are Wildfire Safety Tips For Pets
As East Coast residents are aware, wildfire season is here. Take these steps to protect your pets.
![A man walks his dog Tuesday in New York City.]()
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What to Do If Your Dog Gets Stung by a Bee
From how to get the stinger out at home to when it’s time to go to the ER.
![Close up photo of Corgi dog staring up at a flying bee]()
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6 Natural Paw Balms That Will Keep Your Pup Safe From Summer Heat
The best paw balms, based on veterinarian recommendations.
![A woman sitting in a chair holding a dogs paw in her hand and holding the dogs face in the other hand.]()
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8 Protein Bars That Will Have Your Dog in Better Shape Than Jason Momoa
The meal supplements are no longer reserved for gym rats — active canines can also indulge in the quick treats.
![A black dog on the beach taking a bite out of a seafood bar dog treat.]()
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How to Keep Your Dog Safe At the Beach
5 tips to help your pup have fun in the sun — safely.
![Shepherd dog playing with yellow ball at the beach]()
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5 Science-Backed Ways to De-Stress Outdoors (Your Pet Is Invited)
The author of Return to Nature on the mental health benefits of getting out into various natural landscapes with your pup.
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The Danger of Foxtail Seeds For Your Dog
These beastly blades of grass are seriously dangerous for pups.
![Dog on leash running in a field without foxtails]()
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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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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.
![A woman and a man grilling outside with a dog.]()
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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.
![Person trains with a standard schnauzer puppy on a dog training field.]()
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Home Remedies For Getting Rid of Fleas on Dogs — Naturally
How to stop your home from becoming a flea circus.
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The Spring Farmers’ Market Haul for You and Your Dog
8 in-season and vet-recommended fruits and veggies that make for healthy, sustainable snacks for your pet.
![Young couple feeding their dog with healthy green food from the farmers market at home]()
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What to Know About That Hot Spot on Your Dog
Unfortunately, this term refers to a “summer sore,” not a club coveted by SNL’s Stefon.
![Mixed-breed puppy licks its paw in the grass]()
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How to DIY a Catio
Cat behaviorist Cristin Tamburo’s tips for building a safe outdoor space for your cat.
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The Pupsicle Will Soothe Puppies Who Need to (Literally) Chill
Woof’s innovative fillable design will help dogs de-stress and their parents save money.
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Garden Variety: Plants Safe For Our Pups
Boutique NYC nursery The Sill gives us the dirt on dog-friendly plants.
![Basset Hound sitting in a bright sunny apartment beside a potted palm tree]()
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How to Be a Digital Nomad — With a Pet
Keep these tips in mind, and you and your dog or cat can have all the adventures.
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Cats and Cacti — a Winning Combination
The mythical Cactus Cat inspires these prickly pear-themed cat accessories.
![A black and white cat climbing a cactus shaped cat scratching post in front of a warm toned paper background of desert mountains]()
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Dave Coast’s 5 Favorite Dog-Friendly SoCal Beaches
The wellness expert shares his favorite spots for seaside strolls with his dog.
![Dave Coast with his small white dog on a beach]()
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Mosquitos Aren’t Going Away — Neither Are Bug Sprays That Are Toxic to Dogs
Enter: Wondercide, a plant-based, sustainable, pesticide-free mosquito-repellent set safe to use around your pet.
![Dog sitting behind a basket of Wondercide products on the grass outside]()
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The Wildest and Pia Baroncini Threw a Dog Pool Party!
Party pics from LA’s hottest (coolest?) event.
![A woman in a black swimsuit in the pool offering a star shaped pool toy to one of two dogs on a rainbow pool raft]()
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How to Take Silly Little Mental Health Hikes With Your Dog
It’s good for you both — promise.
![A man with a dog on a hike stoping to enjoy a beautiful overlook on a cliff.]()
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The Best Labor Day Sales to Give Your Pets the Snuggliest Fall
From Dyson’s pet hair vacuum to Fable’s coveted crate, a post-summer oasis awaits everyone in the fam.
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The Dog Days of Summer Are Here — So Is Minnidip’s Pup Dip Pool
You’ve had your summer fun. It’s your dog’s turn now.
![A couple with two dogs laughing around a Minnidip’s Pup Dip Pool.]()
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Your Commute Is About to Get Infinitely Cuter With These Dog City Carriers
The perfect tote for carrying your phone, keys, wallet — oh, and dog — around town.
![Uni The Teacup Poodle happily sitting in the Signature Carry All Tote by Maxbone under a tarp outside]()
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Get This: While Your Cat Is High on Catnip, They’re Also Repelling Pests
Duuuude...where are the mosquitos?
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The Best Flea and Tick Preventatives and Treatments For Dogs
Treatments to ward off transmission this flea and tick season.
![A woman in beige overalls a striped shirt and a straw hat, smiling, with her arm around her black dog sitting in the grass on a green hill.]()
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Flea and Tick Preventatives and Treatments For Cats
From collars to topicals to chews, here are the flea and tick preventatives we’re giving our cats this summer.
![A white cat in a meadow with flowers and tall grass.]()
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Snail Bait Poisoning in Dogs: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
It may protect your plants, but at what cost? A veterinarian explains how this toxin may keep your garden safe — but it’s extremely toxic to dogs. Here’s everything you need to know.
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Meghan Adams’ Favorite Dog-Friendly Spots in Austin
The fashion and lifestyle influencer’s picks for pet-friendly hotels, dog parks, beer gardens, and boutiques.
