Pets

Keeping your dog's teeth clean can be difficult — especially if it involves a toothbrush. But, there are other ways to make sure their mouths stay fresh.

If you're looking to make sure your dog doesn't bark when you're not home, we spoke to an expert on managing your pup's separation anxieties.

Summer can be an uncomfortable time for a dog, but how do you cool down your dog if it gets so hot outside that they overheat?

What is it like to foster a dog? I wrote about the experience of getting a foster dog first-hand, as a new but current foster dog parent.

How do you help your constipated dog? Here's a hint, you might have to get your hands dirty.

In honor of National Rescue Dog Day, we interviewed Melissa Bacelar, aka the celebrity pet matchmaker, and the founder of Wagmor Pets.

There are many beautiful flowers out there in the world, but which ones pose a poisonous danger to our canine companions?

If you're one of many who decided to adopt a dog in 2020, you might be able to have your adoption fees reimbursed by this pet wellness startup.

Dogs eat all sorts of disgusting things, but why would any animal want to eat cat poop out of the litter box?

Everyone knows that dogs are man’s best friends, but they often express their love to us in ways that might seem strange to the uninitiated.

With lockdown restrictions lifting in many countries, many are surrendering and rehoming their “pandemic pets.”

Are dogs actually color blind, or do they see colors in a different way than we do?

Dogs can tolerate a lot of different types of people food, but are grapes as toxic to them as everyone seems to believe?

Dogs love belly rubs but where does this desire come from, and how is it linked to our symbiotic ancestry?

Climate change has made ticks a more common occurrence in temperate regions, so it’s important that pet parents understand how to safely remove a tick from their dog.

If your cat has white flakes in their fur, they might be suffering from dandruff. That said, there are a number of things you can do to help them.

Have you ever wondered why your dog’s paws smell like corn chips — or more specifically — Fritos? The answer might actually surprise you.

People think that dogs only lick to show affection, but is there a deeper meaning to this slobbery behavior?

Dogs eat a wide range of disgusting things, but why in the world do some dogs feel the need to eat their own poop? Here's how to train them not to.

Cicadas are coming back for the first time in 17 years, but are these loud insects harmful to your pets? Here's what pet owners should know.

April 28 is International Guide Dog Day, and we're explaining what it takes to be a guide dog, defining the job, and showing how to adopt rejected dogs.

Animal lovers rejoice! There are plenty of job opportunities out there for people who love to work with animals.

These eco-friendly dog beds will help keep your dog’s nap time as planet-friendly as possible.

We don’t often think about the ethical ramifications of feeding our pets, but some dog food brands take their commitment to ethics and sustainability very seriously.

Pregnant pets mean puppies and kittens are on the way — but what should you do when your pet starts going into labor? Here's what experts say.

Does your dog eat grass because they like the flavor or because something is physically wrong?

The predominant belief is that cats only purr when they are happy, but if that’s the case, what are some of the easiest ways to get your cat purring?

Dog food might seem like it’s a one-size-fits-all type of thing, but some brands are far more sustainable than others.

Flea collars are apparently causing pet deaths, sicknesses, and injuries, and the EPA hasn't issued a warning. Here's what to do if you have one.

Cats may be somewhat mysterious creatures, but we can teach you how to find meaning in their inscrutable facial expressions, sounds, and actions.

The dog food industry has more options these days than ever before, but what are the best human-grade brands of dog food?

For new pet parents, determining where your dog should be sleeping is an important decision that can affect both your lives and your sleep schedules for a long time.

Many people assume that their dogs need a winter jacket as much as we do, but is that a form of misplaced judgement or an actual necessity?

Dogs show us affection in so many different ways, but how do we tell our dogs that we love them back in a language they will understand?

Crate training can be a difficult but necessary part of bringing up your puppy, but it’s easy enough to learn the basics and be successful.

Dogs wind up sleeping in all sorts of goofy or adorable positions, but did you know that your dog’s sleeping position could have some hidden meaning?

Dog’s paws go through just as much as our own feet do, but what does it mean when your dog’s paws are exceptionally dry?

Sometimes it seems like all cats do is sleep, but what drives our feline friends to nap so much?

Dog parents are more than familiar with picking up after their pooches, but does all of that waste actually have to go to waste?

Dogs are able to detect many things about human health and behavior, but does your dog know when you’re pregnant?