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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.

Dog sleeping on woman's lap at home.

Learn what’s best for your pup.

Dog laying on woman's lap at home.

Why you need to keep your weed far away from your pup.

Forrest fire.

What you need to know if wildfires affect your community.

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Portrait of fluffy red leashed dog outdoors in winter on snow.

It’s super dangerous—and very illegal.

a puppy chewing a chew-safe bone

Give them an alternative to your shoes.

Dog hiding under the sofa and afraid to go out because he heard fireworks.

How to keep your dog mentally and physically safe this New Year.

Two men carrying their puppies outside in the park.

Balancing puppy socialization and safety is tricky.

A dog taking a bite of a treat next to a decorated Christmas tree.

Some plants are not so merry.

Dog drinking out of a container held by someone.

Spoiler alert: It’s not necessarily good for your dehydrated dog.

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A white and tan dog looking through the windshield of a car while standing in the lap of someone driving the car

Car travel with an unrestrained dog just isn’t safe. For anyone.

A happy looking man and woman walking their dog outside in a large snowy field.

How to make the snowy season your dog's favorite time of year.

Xoloitzcuintli dog wearing coat in the snow.

Here’s why you might want to protect those toe beans.

a dog being fed a carrot

Do not feed your dog this popular snack.

woman snuggling puppy while holding them

And how to keep them safe while they chew.

Puppy outside smelling a bouquet of flowers.

Learn how to keep your pup safe in your garden.

Small puppy waiting for his owners to come home.

Because you have to go places sometimes.

Woman playing with her dogs outside in the grass.

Why they shouldn’t make a DIY chew toy out of the stuff in your yard.

White dog sits on a pile of leaves in front of a pumpkin

AKA a night that won’t turn into a scary time at the emergency vet.

Cute doodle dog outside with Petunias.

This is a go-to flower for many gardeners—but what about their dogs?

Woman giving her dog some medicine.

And what else you can give your dog for diarrhea.

Woman playing with a puppy at home.

They do like to use those chompers, but is this a safe alternative to your fingers?

Officials this week warned dog owners about recent changes in coyote activity in the Crissy Field area of San Francisco following multiple reported attacks.

Everything you need to know to protect your dog.

Walking dog on a leash in the road.

The PAWS Act aims to take pet injuries and deaths more seriously under the law.

Tommy Lee’s wife, comedian Brittany Furlan, bravely rescues dog from coyote attack.

The comedian and her dog are now safe and sound.

Woman putting coconut oil on her dog at home.

Plus, other alternatives that might be better.

Side view portrait of big white dog laying on floor in office with bowl, pet friendly workspace.

Pet parents should dispose of these products ASAP.

Woman holding Dahlia flowers while petting her dog.

They’re pretty additions to any garden, but they’re not pup-friendly.

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.

Man holding puppy outside in grass.

And how to keep them safe when they do.

A woman in her twenties walking her puppy down the street in the summer time.

By any other name, it would smell as sweet. But what if your dog nibbles some?

woman holding dog among sunflowers