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Let’s talk about life as a pet parent. We’ve got travel tips, dating advice, adoption info, and so much more.

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A Business Insider Article Says Millennials Spoil Their Pets Too Much—Experts Disagree

Do you treat your pet like your child?

life with pets

Let’s talk about both the little things and big moments of life with pets. Like exercise routines, pet-sitter checklists, pet-safe plants…and how much it all costs.

Introducing an exclusive selection of apparel and accessories for dogs. From artfully designed knitwear to the iconic #DGLeo print, every detail is crafted with the care and precision synonymous with the #DolceGabbana codes.

These cats and dogs are living the good life.

Charli XCX and two golden retriever puppies.

Even our pups had a Brat summer.

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Do you treat your pet like your child?

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pets & their people

Let’s talk humans. See what celebs have to say about pet parenthood. Find advice on handling your pet’s other people (e.g. your ex.) And get more tips for the people stuff.

CNN Hero of the Year 2024

Stephen Knight is the founder of the life-saving nonprofit Dogs Matter.

Margot the 3-year-old rescue pup beat out over 7,000 other dogs to win PEOPLE's World's Cutest Rescue Dog.

The adorable Pit Bull is “best friends with everyone.”

Hannah “Kitten Lady” Shaw and professional cat photographer Andrew Marttila journey to thirty countries to bring you hundreds of photos and stories of cats from every corner of the world.

Take a sneak peek at Hannah Shaw and Andrew Marttila’s gorgeous new photography book.


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adoption & fostering

New pet parent (or still thinking about fostering or adopting a pet)? Get all the advice you need: how to find the right pet for you, how to introduce them to other pets and kids, and how to bond with your new family member.

College woman holding her small white fluffy dog.

Plus, tips on how to make it work with term papers, exams, and a busy social life.

Woman with her French Bulldog at home on the bed.

Shelters are overflowing. One shelter volunteer tells us Gen Z is to blame, but is this true?

Old dog being pet by person

November is Adopt a Senior Pet Month. Here are all the reasons you should welcome a senior pup into your family.

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sustainability

Go green with your pet. Read up on eco-friendly pet care trends to help minimize your pet’s carbon pawprint.

A woman walking with her dog in a garden.

Wellness experts and animal trainers agree: A tuned-in outdoor outing can be restorative for both people and pets.

Black dog laying on its back on the floor with a world map formed out of his fur next to him

The eco-enthusiasts at Matter of Trust want to use it to clean up oil spills.

A man brushing his cat outside.

Turns out, it’s not an annoyance— it’s an opportunity to get creative.

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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.

travel

From pet travel tips to pet-friendly city guides, we’ve got all your flying, hiking, and biking needs covered.

In this photograph provided by Alexandra Betts, the cat, Rayne Beau, is seen eating food provide by Betts in Roseville, Calif., in Aug. 2024.

Is this the real-life plot of Homeward Bound or what?

san francisco dog friendly guide

The home of the very fun, very queer Castro District, the Golden Gate Bridge, and... your happy pup.

Woman at a cafe with her small fluffy dog.

In honor of National Dog Day, a new survey found the best American towns for pups.

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animal advocacy

Learn about the people making a difference for animals and what you can do to lend a hand, too.

CNN Hero of the Year 2024

Stephen Knight is the founder of the life-saving nonprofit Dogs Matter.

Penny was rescued after being overlooked for 6 months in the Carson shelter.

This local rescuer shares how he got started saving LA’s animals in need.

Woman hugs her black poodle dog outside in New York City.

A handful of other cities and states have done the same in an effort to end the puppy mill pipeline.

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