Recent Kinship articles by Rebecca Caplan

Find the best option for your new addition.

What you need to do, have, and know in the moment (hopefully, it never comes).

Helping your cat find their preferred litter doesn’t have to be a crapshoot.

Treatments to ward off transmission this spring and summer.

Safe and stylish gear to turn your local trail into a catwalk.

It’s chow time.

They love to play, and you need to keep them busy. Here you go.

Keep your snow angel warm this winter in these durable options.

You want the to be safe, but you also want them to look good. Win-win.

Before you invite them to the Thanksgiving table, here’s what you should know.

Finally, something they’ll like more than the box it came in.

Trust us—there isn’t a single skip on this list.

The toys that’ll help your pup chill out after a long day of being a dog.

As Amy Poehler and Maya Rudolph say, it’s “sweata weatha” — for your pup, too.

Because nothing is cuter than a puppy bath.

Because your favorite chair is not a chew toy.

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

The best looks for on-trend dogs, whether they’re into classic florals or embracing “Brat.”

If you have a pup who’s chill with the vacuum, these are some great options for you.

Because this season should mean more fun—and less stress—for your pup.

Any of these breeds are great for city living and available at shelters and rescues.

Because they deserve something special on their big day.

The sisters talk romance, pets, and their obsession with both.

Plus, an option if you live in a household with dogs and kitties.

This summer, your pup deserves a little support.

Just in case.

Support these LGBTQ+ animal lovers by shopping their design-forward pet beds, carriers, supplements, and more.

This June, you can look especially good as you march, party, and stand up for the rights of the LGBTQ+ community.

It’s time for a self-care day.

Options that won’t become a hiding place for those big, yucky wads of fur.

This brand knows the best pups (and their parents) have a sense of humor.

Custom pet portraits, adorable sweaters, self-care essentials for both mom and pup, and more.

Package-free brushes, plant-based wipes, certified-organic shampoos, and more.

Finally—you won’t dread at-home grooming time.

A necessity, really.

Yep—but the plainer, the better. Here’s why.

Those pearly whites need all the attention they can get.

 Butter isn’t toxic to your cat—but despite what they tell you, they really shouldn’t eat it.

See the world through your cat’s eyes.

Pets can be stinky. You can fix that.

These puffy delights are non-toxic to our puffy delights (aka cats) but that doesn’t mean they should have s’more (get it?).

Here’s why you should keep your pup far, far away from this nut.

No more cleaning up saliva-covered kibble.

You love the spice in your mulled wine and cider. Learn if your cat can enjoy it.

Vets want them to steer clear. Here’s why.

Eating any part of the Christmas tree sounds gross. But here’s why your cat really shouldn’t.

Maybe skip this holiday decoration if you’ve got a cat in the house—here’s why.

It’s the perfect festive treat for the holidays. But definitely not for your dog—learn why.

Your winter farmers’ market is full of the stuff. Find out if your dog can have some.

That might be what you’re having for the holidays, but read here to see if your dog can partake.

Elle and Bruiser Woods would be proud.

Streetwear brand SparkPaws designs matching hoodies for dogs and dog parents.

Here are some frighteningly cute and spooky looks for your dog to rock this year.

October is so cute it’s scary.

Because your pup deserves to disrupt the binary too — or at least smell really, really good. 

Let’s just say it: This is the doggie diaper bag we’ve been waiting for.

This has been the hottest summer on record, and it ain’t over yet.

The best way to spend the end of summer? Just floatin’.

The designer created new “houndstoothless” trenchcoats for a good cause.

Because all dog pool parties need accessories.

Here, pet parents — and their stylish cats and dogs — are “kenough.”

Say goodbye to accessories that look like they belong in Ken’s Mojo Dojo Casa House.

Using air purifying technology without any of the added chemicals, this brand aims to get your pup’s odor under control.

Dogs’ hearing is way more sensitive than ours. These top-rated earmuffs can help drown out scary sounds like fireworks.

Compression vests, interactive toys, and pheromone sprays will be game-changers this Fourth of July.

Ready to celebrate summer and all it offers? We suggest these crustacean snacks for your lobster picnic-loving pup.

The co-creator of the Lesbian Bar Project shares her hopes for the future of queer filmmaking and her dog’s star status.

The toothpaste that’ll have their teeth sparkling like a Kardashian’s.

Plus! The brand donates 10 percent of its profits to animal rescues.

And good news: The packaging features Captain America and his pup.

The founder of Heel on why full-spectrum CBD products can change your bestie’s entire life.

For a much smaller price tag, courtesy of Wagwear.

Hey, good fashion runs in the family.

Colorful bed covers, quilted duvets, linen shams, and more make up these chic selections.

OK, this is too pure: His favorite words are “love” and “friend.”

Still looking for the perfect gift for that special someone (your friend who is obsessed with their pet)? This is the one.

This brand makes sustainable pet parent life a little more achievable (and reduces that pile of plastic in your dog’s toy bin).

Use the occasion of T.S.’s 33rd birthday to treat your pet like royalty (a.k.a. Meredith, Olivia, and Benjamin Swift).

The New Yorker cartoon editor’s assistant is a massive, blood-thirsty, perfect furball.

More grooming, less fight (as long as you use the provided lick mat).

Paravel’s collab with Rescue City means your dog can get a chic carrier — and you can help pups in need. A true win-win.

Supplement brand Reggie’s founder on why routines set the stage for your dog’s glow-up.

You can’t even be mad.

Enter: Wondercide, a plant-based, sustainable, pesticide-free mosquito-repellent set safe to use around your pet.

The brand’s transparently priced products soothed my dogs’ anxious habits.

The liquid bubbles pups are obsessed with.

Diggs has the answer.

In barks. She’s a dog. Was that not clear?

Co-founder Thomas Ling on his passion project-turned-side hustle-turned career.

A new East Village self-serve grooming salon features high-tech automated wash pods that are designed to get your dog in and out of the bath without drama.

Founder Al Sandimirova on launching a body-positive brand, designing sustainable jewelry, and laboring under Luna’s watchful eye.

We’ll drink to that.

This teeny tweezer is more powerful than you think.

So you definitely need these Funboy x Bark pet floats.

Spoil your pup with an artfully arranged charcuterie board of jerky strips, baked biscuits, and pet-safe crudités. What more could a four-legged foodie want?

Co-founder Hope Reiners on designing sustainable pet products and donating 100% of the profits to animal rescues.

The cult favorite brand’s first-ever enrichment toy is the ticket to a productive day for remote working pup parents.

Meet the Fab Five’s pampered pets.

OWOW California’s new quilted carrier transforms into a car seat so your dog can ride shotgun.

The British brand’s scholarly chic collar, leash, and matching crossbody get an A+ in twinning with your dog (and extra credit for being vegan and supporting mental health).

So fresh and so clean, clean.

P.L.A.Y.’s collection of recycled, fast food-inspired toys wasn’t a total bust — he did want some fries with that shake.

Just because “here comes the airplane” won’t work on dogs doesn’t mean you’re out of options. 

The founders’ own dog’s cancer diagnosis inspired their immunity-boosting, pathogen-resistant mushroom supplements.

Will you accept this litter box?