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Get tips on pet-proofing your digs, keeping them warm (or cool) through the seasons, and avoiding all the toxic stuff…like toys, plants, and everything else they try to eat.

person cutting a gray cat

Maybe so—but not toxic like your ex-best friend is toxic.

Forrest fire.

Droughts are causing destruction from wildfires in California to a brush fire in Brooklyn’s Prospect Park.

Woman playing with her cat at home on the couch.

Find out what you can and can’t plant in your garden.

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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.

Cute orange kitten walking outside in the grass.

And should they?

a cat peaking out from some hydrangeas

They make your lawn look picture-perfect, but keep your cat away. Here’s why.

Woman with her pet cat surrounded by plants at home.

They’re pretty to look at, but can your cat be an admirer?


Cat sitting in an automatic litter box at home.

Everything we know about this viral story and the product behind it.

Woman outside with her cat and a bouquet of carnations.

If you receive this flower in a bouquet, keep it away from your cat.

Cat sitting by the window and a vase full of petunias.

If your kitty is poking exploring your garden, this flower isn’t much of a danger. Here’s why.

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Australian shepherd panting with tongue out, walking ahead of owners.

As scorching, long-lasting temperatures become the new normal, here’s how to help keep your pets cool and healthy.

Cat sleeping at home in the sun.

Nearly 40 domestic cats have been infected with bird flu—two of which have never been outside.

Woman and dog sitting outside.

August and September are the most active months for rabid bats. Here’s how to keep your pet safe.

Woman holds her small black dog on the airplane.

Pre-flight cuddles are OK, but the carrier is safest for your pal the rest of the trip. Here’s why.

A woman tries to snuggle a reluctant cat

If your mental health is causing you to neglect your pet, find them immediate care while you get help.

Golden Doodle dog with Airtag collar.

The real question is: Should you?

Woman holding her cat in a sunflower field outside.

You’ve gotta love sunflower season—here’s why your cat can, too.

Woman giving her dog some water from a bowl outdoors.

Unpacking the research on whether PFAs pose a health risk to our besties.

Hot cat laying outside under a chair for shade.

They definitely seem to get a good workout with that feather toy they’re obsessed with.

a woman feeding her dog food in a bowl

And the signs to look out for if you’re concerned.

Couple shopping with their dog in a store.

Find out how to buy truly cruelty-free products.

Gray cat in a yellow pet carrier

The East Coast just had a rare earthquake. A vet breaks down what to include in an emergency go-bag for your pet in times like this.

Woman snuggling her cat at home by a vase of daisies.

They’re cute in the garden, not so much for your cat. Here’s why.

Ginger adult cat sits in flowering summer garden on pavement.

It’s not always as simple as removing the stinger. Find out everything you need to know.

Dog with a food bowl

Five different pet foods have been contaminated.

Woman sitting on couch with a scared, white dog.

A VCA Animal Hospital expert explains everything you need to know about preparing for a natural disaster.

Cat outside in a field of grass.

Adventure cats, beware: This plant can be seriously dangerous.

A dog laying under a table outside while a woman cares for her plants.

You need to be extra careful if your dog or cat is your gardening assistant.

Pitbull sitting in a car alone on a hot, summer day.

As the temps rise, it becomes extremely risky for your pet’s health.

Man with his dog on alert outside in the grass.

Holy Stranger Things! (But calm down; it’s not nearly that bad.)

Cat wandering outside in the grass.

And how to make sure your kitty’s is up to date if they already have one.


A woman and a man grilling outside with a dog.

It’s the unofficial start of summer, and you don’t want to spend it at the emergency vet.

Friends play with dog in the park.

From ticks-borne disease to nasty parasites, these areas have seen the most dog and cat illnesses. 

A curious kitty playing with a vase of tulips.

This Mother’s Day, keep these flowers far away from your cat.