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Want to ace everyday pet wellness? Get tips on vet checks, vaccine schedules, preventative care, DIY remedies, and more.

Woman holding her cat and speaking to her vet.

In the end, you know what’s best for your pet.

Woman sleeping in bed with her beagle dog.

You might be stealing all the covers.

Woman celebrating her yellow lab's birthday.

The math isn’t as cut and dry as you’d think.

Ask a Vet

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.

a dog at the vet getting a check-up

“Sick as a dog” isn’t just a phrase.

Cute puppy drinking water from a collapsible bowl.

And why it’s so important to keep them hydrated.

Woman walking her dog in a park

And why you shouldn’t skip the longer routes.

Woman giving her dog some medicine.

And what else you can give your dog for diarrhea.

happy woman with a dog

What happens to a dog’s brain when they get older—and how you can slow it down.

The new coffee table book Cone of Shame will be released on September 10, 2024.

Winnie Au's new photography book puts a positive spin on something that usually bums out dogs—and their parents.


Growth Charts

So, you have a new, tiny family member? Well, we’ll help you track their growth, keep an eye on their health, and even predict how not-so-tiny they’ll become. Just add their weight to start.

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We compared the top insurers so you don’t have to.

Healing stone on Cavalier spaniel dog.

Your pet can benefit from your self-care practices, from CBD to acupuncture. (Yep, you read that right.)

Woman petting her senior Pomeranian dog.

Integrative veterinarian Dr. Lindsey Wendt’s recs for products that can help your pet sail into their golden years in good health.

Young beautiful woman cuddling with little snow bengal kitten on the bed.

Overwhelmed by all the small print and jargon? We’ve got you.

Woman kissing her small Dalmatian puppy.

Not everything about caring for a puppy is cute—but unfortunately necessary.

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It covers your pet so you can get that broken leg fixed — while keeping your wallet happy.

Nutrition Calculator

If we could give our pets infinite treats, we would. But this tool will tell you the right amount to feed your friend.

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Man holding dog's paw outside.

Trust us: It’s worth it.

Man holding puppy outside in grass.

And how to keep them safe when they do.

woman draped in an orange blanket holds a black-and-white puppy

It’s like What to Expect When You’re Expecting, except add four little paws to run around your house to the title.

Woman feeding her large white dog at home.

Experts weigh in on whether eating once or twice is better for health and longevity.

Woman talking to her vet while holding her small dachshund dog.

And how to let them down easy.

Woman drinking orange juice with her dog nearby.

Good ol’ H2O should still be their top choice, but find out which alternatives are safe.

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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Woman playing outside with her dog.

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

Cute brown Pitbull dog eating kibble from a bowl.

Per this study, American dogs are overweight—but you have to consider these factors.

Woman holds her dog's paw.

And alternatives you can use instead.

Owner and their dog outside in the summer.

Those perfect little toe beans need all the help they can get.

Man embracing his old black dog outside.

The company is cancelling these plans due to “inflation in the cost of veterinary care.”

A dog getting its head checked for ticks

Found a tick on your dog? A veterinarian breaks down everything you need to know. 

Woman holding her dog's paw at home.

And the risks you need to know.

Man and his pet at the vet's office.

Veterinarians weigh in on whether you should accompany your pet in the exam room—or let them fly solo.


Dalmatian dog at the vet.

Keep calm and get blood drawn.

Woman looking at pills for her dog at veterinary clinic.

No, you should not give your dog over-the-counter pain medication for humans.

Cute black and white 5-week-old Greyster puppy being held outdoors in man's hands in summer.

Read on to find out why spaying/neutering is so important, and what the right time is for your pup.

Smiling woman happy at the animal clinic with the veterinarian.

And why those price tags look like they do.

A woman checking out her dogs paw.