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“Wobbly Cat Syndrome” Is All Over the Internet—But What Are These Cats Really Like?
The pet parents of Phineas, a beloved social media star, tell us all about living with a cat with cerebellar hypoplasia.
27 Best Father’s Day Gifts for Dog Dads
From matching Barbour jackets to rugged hiking packs to denim bandanas that announce he’s ready to mingle, there’s something special for every dog dad this year.
Giant Flying Spiders Are Coming to the East Coast—Can They Be Harmful to Pets?
Holy Stranger Things! (But calm down; it’s not nearly that bad.)
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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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6 Dog-Friendly Ice Cream Options Your Pup Can Lick Up This Summer
Van Leeuwen just announced a new dog-friendly ice cream—and it’s not the only option for a pup with a sweet tooth.
Luxury Dog Airline BARK Air Is Being Sued After Just One Flight
Don’t worry: No dogs were harmed.
Why You Should Get Your Cat Microchipped—Even If They Live Indoors
And how to make sure your kitty’s is up to date if they already have one.
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A Month Buying Treats for a Havanese on a $90,000 Double Income in Kansas City
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9 Warm Weather Hazards for Dogs—And How to Keep Your Pup Safe All Summer
So you both can have the best time ever.
When Can a Kitten Eat Wet Food?
And how to know what kind they need.
And how to know what kind they need.
Behavior & Training
Why Does My Cat Meow at Night? (And How to Prevent It)
Just a small request to lower the volume, please.
Just a small request to lower the volume, please.
New AI Technology Can Help Decode Dog Barks
The tech may help us better understand our pups.
The tech may help us better understand our pups.
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Could Your Cat Be an Adventure Cat?
How you can train your cat to explore the great outdoors.
10 Dog-Friendly Pride Events for You and Your Favorite Ally to Attend This June
Our pups might not be welcome at every single Pride parade, but these celebrations are for the whole family.
Our pups might not be welcome at every single Pride parade, but these celebrations are for the whole family.
51 Dog-Friendly US Spots to Visit With Your Pup This Summer
Where to go and what to do—from Alabama to Wyoming.
Where to go and what to do—from Alabama to Wyoming.
Shopping
20 Father’s Day Gifts to Please Your Favorite Cat Dad
He does a lot of work to keep them purring happily. Here’s what you can do for him.
6 Natural Paw Balms That Will Keep Your Pup Safe From Summer Heat
The best paw balms, based on veterinarian recommendations.
The best paw balms, based on veterinarian recommendations.
9 Queer-Owned Pet Brands We’re Celebrating This (And Every Other) Month
Support these LGBTQ+ animal lovers by shopping their design-forward pet beds, carriers, supplements, and more.
Support these LGBTQ+ animal lovers by shopping their design-forward pet beds, carriers, supplements, and more.
Animal Welfare
How You Can Help Stop the Yulin Dog Meat Festival
On June 21, thousands of dogs will be slaughtered in Yulin, China. Organizations working to ban this barbaric event need your help to raise awareness now.
Dog Breeding Facility Fined a Record $35 Million for Animal Cruelty Against 4,000 Beagles
Inotiv, the parent company of Envigo, will pay the largest ever fine issued under the Animal Welfare Act.
The Department of Defense Is Spending $1 Million to Test Drugs on Dogs
A watchdog group exposed the DOD’s cruel abuse of Beagles.
New Dog Training 101
Look, new dogs are cute. But they’re also little alien monsters who have descended to destroy our furniture and our sleep. Still, we love them. Luckily, this program covers all the basics, from potty training to proper socialization—all through positive reinforcement. Time to stock up on treats!
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