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The Real Reason Your Cat Makes That “Stink Face”

It’s definitely not because you disgust them.

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Discover How Your Pet Can Enhance Your Wellbeing With a Simple “Nudge”

A brand-new partnership between Mars and Calm celebrates the bond between people and pets.

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behavior

8 Signs Your Dog Is an Introvert

Not all pups are socialites.

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Save 30% on the airline that treats dogs like passengers, not cargo

Want to (peacefully) fly with your pup? Get 30% off your next flight with RetrievAir for National Pet Month.

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It’s Amazon Pet Day: Here Are the 30 Best Deals for Spoiling Your BFF

It’s the best pet gear sale of the year!

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10 Signs Your Dog Trusts You

Your pup will act this way when they feel safe and secure.

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The Most Popular Dog Name in Each State in 2025

Are you a part of the pack or doing your own thing?

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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nutrition

How to Transition Your Dog’s Food

Follow this advice carefully.

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What to Know About Hyperthyroidism in Cats

Everything you need to know about the common disease.

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Behavior & Training

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Why Do Cats Lay On Your Chest?

That’s quite the cuddle.

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behavior

Does Your Dog Get Sad When You’re Sad?

They can tell when you’re in a state of ennui. Learn if that bums them out.

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behavior

Why Does Your Cat Rub Against Your Legs?

And what they’re trying to tell you when they do.

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Lifestyle

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The 10 Best Dog-Friendly Hidden Gem Beaches in America

Visit these ideal vacation spots with your pup this summer.

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11 Celebrities Who Are Obsessed With Their Teeny, Tiny Dogs

From Mikey Madison and Demi Moore to Audrey Hepburn, stars have long accessorized with small, cuddly pups.

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lifestyle

What’s Your Dog-Parenting Style?

Are you a helicopter? A minimalist? Maybe a gentle parent? Find out where you fall when it comes to raising your pup.

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shopping

8 Asian American and Pacific Islander-Owned Pet Brands to Shop This AAPI Heritage Month

Support AAPI innovators and spoil your pet at the same time—it’s a win-win.

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nutrition

The Best Fish Oil Products for Dogs (And Why They Need Them)

Our experts explain why you should get fish oil for your dog and how to give it to them.

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10 Best Grooming Products for Your Pup

Tools to keep your pet looking so fresh and so clean, from bamboo hair brushes to biodegradable wipes.

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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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