Articles by Mia Mercado
Mia Mercado
Mia Mercado is a writer whose work has appeared in The New Yorker, New York Times, and The Cut. She’s also the author of two essay collections, She’s Nice Though and Weird But Normal. Mia has a dog named Ava who is an adorable little freak just like her mother.
- behavior
Can Your Dog Tell When You’re Lying?
They can sniff out where you’ve hidden their treats, but deception is another matter.
They can sniff out where you’ve hidden their treats, but deception is another matter.
- 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?
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?
- lifestyle
Why Do We Have the Urge to Squeeze Our Adorable Pets?
There’s a scientific reason for this impulse.
There’s a scientific reason for this impulse.
- lifestyle
These Volunteer Programs Let You Take Shelter Dogs Out for an Adventure
Whether you’re going for just a stroll or an all-day hike, everyone will benefit big time.
Whether you’re going for just a stroll or an all-day hike, everyone will benefit big time.
- lifestyle
Do You Have a Lost Cat? Here Are the 8 Steps to Take Right Now
Follow these expert tips so your bestie can come home ASAP.
Follow these expert tips so your bestie can come home ASAP.
- behavior
What to Do When Your Dog Is Even More Anxious Than You Are
Did you get a dog for emotional support and now they are the one who needs it?
Did you get a dog for emotional support and now they are the one who needs it?
It’s normal to worry—but your pup might need some space.
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