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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.

Forrest fire.

What you need to know if wildfires affect your community.

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

It’s super dangerous—and very illegal.

cat sniffing a plant

These plants might be beautiful, but they’re deadly to feline foragers.

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Closeup portrait of calico cat sitting on home kitchen room table by pink rose flowers in vase, windows with blinds.

They sure do like sniffing around those bouquets...

a puppy chewing a chew-safe bone

Give them an alternative to your shoes.

Woman holding her black cat in her arms while looking outside at the snow.

Just because you can withstand the temps doesn’t mean they can.

cat with empty food bowls

A cat in Oregon passed after eating from the affected batch.

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.

Woman holding her cat in her arms outside.

Our experts explain.

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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.

Woman gardening outside with her cat.

And flowers that aren’t safe, too.

Dog drinking out of a container held by someone.

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

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.

Outdoor cat sits on a tractor outside.

With bird flu cases on the rise, scientists are worried the virus could mutate.

Cat standing in living room next to a fern plant.

They’re great plants to brighten any home. But is your cat safe around them?

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.

person cutting a gray cat

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

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.

Woman playing with her cat at home on the couch.

Find out what you can and can’t plant 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 orange kitten walking outside in the grass.

And should they?

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.