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Can Your Dog Tell When You’re Lying?

They can sniff out where you’ve hidden their treats, but deception is another matter.

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lifestyle

50% of Americans Cancel Plans to Hang out With Their Pets — Are You One of Them?

FOMO doesn’t apply when there’s a dog or cat at home.

Woman playing fetch with her cat at home.
behavior

Cats Like Playing Fetch Too, New Study Finds

The classic game isn’t just for dogs.

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health

How to Keep Your Dog’s Brain Healthy for as Long as Possible

What happens to a dog’s brain when they get older—and how you can slow it down.

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lifestyle

How to Help the Dogs and Cats Affected by Hurricane Helene

These organizations are assisting with rescue efforts—and they need your help.

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lifestyle

Adopt A Pet And The PEDIGREE® Brand Are Teaming Up This Homecoming Season to Help Dogs Get Adopted

When you adopt a dog this October, you’ll be entered to win a homecoming photoshoot, a shelter donation, and more.

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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Health & Nutrition

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health

Can Humans Get Dogs Sick?

Think of the amount of tissues you’d need...

Woman brushing her cat at home.
health

Why Does My Cat Shed So Much?

When you’re a cat parent, your sweaters always feature at least some kitty hair.

Woman brushing dog's ears at home.
health

Can You See Fleas on Dogs?

Come out, come out wherever you are, you little pests.

Behavior & Training

Woman petting her Siamese cat on her lap.
behavior
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behavior
Cute happy young woman cuddling her small dog.
behavior

Why Does My Dog Sit on Me?

“If I fits, I sits.”

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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.

Lifestyle

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lifestyle

Just Because You Can Bring Your Dog to the Bar, Should You?

We asked the experts if your pup actually wants to tag along for your Sunday Funday.

Jennifer Aniston Starts Fund to Help Animal Rescues, Hopes to Inspire People to 'Throw in a Dollar'.
lifestyle

Jennifer Aniston’s New Charity Supports Animal Rescues Around the World

The Clydeo Fund launched in celebration of her new book, Clydeo Takes a Bite Out of Life.

Woman petting dogs at dog park outside.
lifestyle

Is It Weird to Go to a Dog Park If You Don’t Have a Dog?

Dog-watching is one of the best ways to pass time, even if you don’t have a pup. But will dog parents judge you?

Shopping

Two women, a dog, and a cat pose in Target Cuddle Collab merchandise
shopping

Target’s Insta-Worthy “Cuddle Collab” Will Make You and Your Pet Feel Like a Star

The limited edition drop features over 180 items inspired by pet influencers.

Woman with large dog wearing a Bundle x Joy dog bandana and leash.
shopping

Latinx-Owned Pet Brands You Can Support This Hispanic Heritage Month

Hispanic Heritage Month should be celebrated all year with toys and treats from these businesses.

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shopping

Best Teething Toys for Puppies

Because your favorite chair is not a chew toy.

Animal Welfare

80 dogs located about an hour from New Orleans rescued by Zeus' Rescues.
lifestyle

Nearly 100 Dogs Were Rescued from an Over-Crowded Home in Louisiana

They will be available for adoption after receiving medical treatment.

Ellos Son La Razon, the shelter in Ensenada we have been rescuing dogs from since 2017, is closing it’s doors in 2 months.
lifestyle

The Hard Truth: Some So-Called “Rescues” Are Hoarding Situations in Disguise

Here’s how to recognize the signs that you’ve encountered one.

Saving Jones is a biographical social commentary about the abuse and discrimination of dogs as it directly relates to human abuse.
lifestyle

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.

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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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