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behavior & body language

Tail wagging? Ear pinning? It all means something. We’ll show you how to understand your pet (and communicate with them) with guides to decode the weirdest body language and behavior.

Dog jumping on someone sitting in a chair.

Hey, the movie was called Stand By Me, not on me!

Funny Tuxedo cat sitting on the roof outside.

Find out if the internet-fueled rumor is true.

Woman talking to her large black and white dog at home on the couch.

You do have some pretty great songs.


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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.

Woman excitedly looking at her small dog with a ball in its mouth.

They’re just so hyped.

Cute brown dog staring at the wall from the couch at home.

Do they see something you can’t, or what?

Woman snuggling her cat outside.

Cats—they’re just like us! OK, not really.

Woman looking at her small brown dog and worrying.

What’s wrong, buddy?

Large group of different breeds of dogs sitting in a field outside.

It's more about personality and training.

Woman stretches with her dog at home.

Sometimes, it’s more than just some tight muscles.

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Two cats sleeping by a window at home.

Hey, there, dude—isn’t that a little personal?

Naughty cat knocked over a house plant at home.

They clearly feel something after they’re naughty—but what is it?

Woman going on hike with her dog in the snow.

And feel more connected to you.

Scared cat hiding from dog on a desk.
A woman sitting on a floor playing with her dogs.

If they’re following you around like your shadow, there’s a reason for that.

Woman cuddling her brown dog at home.

They sound so sad...

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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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Woman staring at her small striped kitten on the bed.

Understand your cat’s chatter.

Funny fat cat sitting on the floor at home.

That’s an interesting move...

Woman petting her orange cat in bed.

Are they trying to tell you something with all that noise?

Gray cat pawing woman's hand at home.

Cats paws are cute, but not so much when they’re repeatedly smacking you.

Cute Dachshund dog squinting at camera.

Are they trying to tell you something, or what?

Funny cat trying to sneak a piece of fruit off the kitchen table.

Sometimes it feels like we're living with a little spy.

Gray cat running around indoors.

It’s odd, but should it be concerning?

Curled up tabby cat sleeping on pillows

A very sleepy kitty isn’t usually a problem, but watch out for these signs of medical distress.

Two dogs staring at each other outside.

Learn what causes this behavior and how you can help your pup.

Cute cat sitting outside with tongue sticking out.

Most reasons are harmless, but some are cause for concern.

Woman petting her Golden Retriever dog while it sleeps.

We detail everything you need to know about this common dog-sleep behavior.

Beagle dog biting his skin at home.

Here are the most common causes and what you can do about it.

Young woman hugging her cat

We break down everything you need to know.

Cat looking outside window.

We explore the main reasons why this occurs and what you can do about it.