
Laura Bradley
Laura is a New York-based experienced writer and mom of two rescue pups. When she is not writing or walking the pooches, you will probably find her in the community garden.
Recent Kinship articles by Laura Bradley
10 Signs Your Dog Is Healthy
Because we know you wonder, like, all the time...
How Tariffs Will Affect the Price of Pet Care
It might be time to take a look at your budget.
10 Signs Your Dog Trusts You
Your pup will act this way when they feel safe and secure.
Why Do Dogs Always Take Up the Entire Bed When They Sleep With You?
You're just trying to get some Zzzs.
Does Your Dog Really Understand When You Say Words Like “Walk” or “Dinner”?
Spelling words out that may get dogs excited like they are kids has become a thing.
Why Won’t Your Dog Stop Eating Your Socks and Underwear?
The reason could be sweeter than you think.
Why Does Your Dog Lick Your Legs After You Shower or Moisturize?
We asked the experts why our dogs can’t get enough of our damp calves.
11 Ways You’re Annoying Your Dog Without Realizing It
Things can rub dogs the wrong way, too.
Everything You Need to Know to Keep Your Pet Safe from Bird Flu
Three veterinary experts weigh in.
8 Signs That Show Your Dog Is Happy
Beyond a wagging tail.
Can Pets Experience Trauma After a Scary Event?
Your guide to understanding PTSD in pets—including how to help them heal.
Should Pets Actually Be Allowed on Planes?
Everyone seems to have an opinion.
How to Not Lose It When Your Dog Won’t Stop Barking
Thankfully, there are ways to keep your cool and train the habit away.
Does It Affect Your Dog if You Change Their Name After Adopting Them?
From puppies to seniors, new friends to foster fails, here’s how to navigate a moniker swap.
Why Is Your Dog Barking the Same Way Over and Over Again?
They are likely trying to tell you something important.
What Does Your Dog’s Sleeping Position Say About Them?
Is your pup a splooter or a donut? It turns out, you can learn a lot from how your dog snoozes.
Does Your Pet Like When You Sing to Them?
You do have some pretty great songs.
5 Ways Your Dog Could Be Putting You at Risk for a Bacterial Infection
Should we let dogs lick our face? Is it safe to wash the family dog in the bathtub? We asked the experts.
7 Fun Things You Didn’t Know About the Puppy Bowl
Go behind the scenes of the cutest sporting event of the year.
The 20 Cutest Puppy Bowl 2025 Players, Ranked
It’s an impossible assignment, but someone’s gotta do it.
A New Study Compares Dog and Cat People—One Group Is Clearly More Neurotic
And the other is much more resilient.
Meet Bowie the “Uber Dog”—the Internet's Latest Obsession
Kevin Ferman tells us why riders just can’t get enough of his sunny Yellow Lab.
What to Expect When You Bring Home a New Dog from a Shelter
Plus, four things you should do immediately.
Anticipatory Grief for an Aging—or Even Young—Pet Is a Very Real Thing
Are you already feeling sad about losing your pet even though they're still alive?
How Will This Weekend’s Full “Cold Moon” Affect Our Pets?
Dogs are 28 percent more likely to have a trip to the emergency room around the full moon.
The 10 Most Jaw-Dropping Items the Ultra-Rich Buy Their Pets
These cats and dogs are living the good life.
4 Places You Can Walk a Reactive Dog Without Stressing Them Out
If your dog jumps at the sight of cars and cowers in front of kids, consider these safe, relaxing spots.
Should You Wake Up Your Dog From a Dream?
Have you heard the saying “never wake a sleeping dog?” Let’s fact-check it.
Is Your Dog Scared of Stairs? Here’s How to Help Them Get Over It
With a little patience, some training, and a few treats, your pup will be scaling those steps in no time.
Can You Bring Your Dog to Vote?
You may have to get moral support from your human friends this Election Day.
7 Surprising Things Dogs Hate About Halloween
This holiday is chock full of triggers that could scare any pooch.
13 Best Horror Movies Starring Cats and Dogs for Your Spooky Season Binging
Come for classics like Cujo, and stay for off-the-wall entries like House.
10 Times Dogs Saved the Day With Their Loyalty and Bravery
Sometimes, heroes wear capes. Sometimes, they wear collars.
Do Dogs Fake Being Sick for Attention?
We’d all love to think that our pups are sweet baby angels incapable of deceit. But are they, actually?
What Is a Cadaver Dog? All Your Questions, Answered
A viral TikTok story got us all interested in these working pups, so we asked an expert for answers.
Pets Are Better at Grief Support Than People, Study Says
For starters, they’re better listeners.
Can Your Endlessly Hungry Dog Tell When They’re Full?
They seem to be bottomless pits, but something has to to tell them when to stop... right?
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.
What’s Goldie’s Act? And Why Animal Rights Activists Are Backing It
Named for a Golden Retriever who died a tragic, preventable death, this legislation would protect other animals from meeting the same fate.
School Is Back in Session—How to Deal If Your Dog Is Afraid of Kids
Noisy school buses and crowds of roving children are a terrifying phenomenon for some dogs.
Want to Adopt a Senior Dog? Here’s Your Cheat Sheet to Achieving Your Dream
How to search foster rescues, shelters, and sanctuaries across the country to find the right snuggle buddy.
The Pit Bull-Advocacy Doc “Saving Jones” Isn’t Just for Dog Lovers
Actress and comedian Rebecca Corry wants to heal society’s messed up relationship with Pit Bulls—starting with this movie.
10 Dog-Friendly Pride Events for You and Your Favorite Ally to Attend This June
Our pups might not be welcome at every single Pride parade, but these celebrations are for the whole family.