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These rare dog breeds will be the perfect pet

Here's a list of the best rare dog breeds for every type of pet parent.
An Australian cattle dog puppy wearing a blue harness sits in a grassy yard.

How to train a dog to sit in 3 easy steps

Follow these easy tips to teach your dog how to sit.
A black and tan dachshund wearing a pink bow sits in her bed

You won’t believe what the top names for girl dogs are

Here's a list of the top 20 names for girl dogs that you'll love.
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This puppy’s friendship with a tortoise is just too cute

We can't stop watching the videos of this dog sharing toys with their tortoise friend.
A black and white Husky puppy stands beneath a tree.

10 unique names for male dogs you probably haven’t heard yet

These 10 male dog names are so cool and so unique.
Man sleeping with his dog.

The 4 best places for dogs to sleep at night

Should your dog sleep in a crate or in your bed? Here's what you need to know.
A woman wearing a face mask gives her dog a kiss on the couch

What you probably don’t know about emotional support animals — but should

If you want your pet to qualify as an emotional support animal, here's what you need to know.
Dog licking woman's feet.

If your dog likes to lick your feet, consider yourself very lucky

If your dog likes to lick your feet, you should consider it a privelege.
stop dog from chewing

Try these expert tips to stop your dog from chewing everything in sight

Follow these expert tips to stop your dog from chewing on things.
A tabby striped American shorthair cat staring at a butterfly.

How long do American Shorthair cats typically live?

Here's what you need to know about the lifespan of your American shorthair cat.
a woman and a beagle on a computer

Wondering where to adopt a dog? How to find dog rescues near you

If you're wondering where to adopt a dog, these tips will help you find rescues.
An orange and white kitten huddles under a gray blanket.

The cutest kitten names that start with the letter ‘A’

Here are some adorable kitten names that start with the letter A.
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Try this puppy personality test to pick the perfect dog for your family

There's a puppy personality test that will help you choose the right breed.
why dogs chase cars

Why do dogs chase cars? There’s a reason why they can’t help themselves

There's a reason why dogs chase cars. Here's how to keep them safe.
shih tzu on a white table with valentine's day collar

10 reasons dogs make the perfect Valentine’s Day dates

Here are 10 reasons why your dog is the best Valentine's Day date.
A young couple hugs their Samoyed dog on a park bench

10 quotes about dogs that remind us why we’re lucky to have them

These 10 quotes about dogs will bring tears to your eyes.
A dog rests their head on their person's hand, looking up at the camera

Are dogs really color-blind? A veterinarian tells us the truth

Here's the scoop on whether or not dogs are really color blind.
best hypoallergenic dogs

These are the best hypoallergenic dogs for people with allergies

Here are the best hypoallergenic dogs for people who have issues with animals.
a kitten sitting on a woven chair

Wondering which kitten breed to get? Try this simple tool

Try this selector tool to find out which breed of kitten you should get.
an orange and white kitten with blue eyes

Why do kittens have blue eyes? The answer is really simple

There's a simple reason why kittens are born with blue eyes.
a sad gray kitten in a woven basket

How to comfort your scared, crying kitten after bringing them home

Here's why kittens cry and what you can do to comfort them.
a black and white cat in front of a green screen

10 reasons why cats are totally superior to dogs

Here are 10 reasons why cats are so much better than dogs.
a yellow lab puppy on a wooden deck

10 quotes about puppies guaranteed to give you all the feels

These 10 quotes about puppies tug at the heartstrings.
a white cat on a white blanket with roses

Why your cat is a much better Valentine’s Day date than any human

Here are the reasons why your cat is a way better valentine than your partner.
a dog humping a person's leg at a park

How to stop your dog from humping legs so you can save face

Try these tricks to stop your dog from humping your leg.
Close-up of Labrador dog looking out of a barrier fence

Our top tips for crate training a Golden Retriever

Follow these tips when crate training your Golden Retriever.
Maine Coon close-up

What is the lifespan of a Maine Coon cat?

Here are the details on the expected lifespan of a Maine Coon cat.
shih tzu underneath a tree

How long do Shih Tzus usually live?

Everything you need to know about how long Shih Tzus live.
persian cat lifespan yawning

How long do Persian cats typically live? That’s up to their human

This is how long you can expect your Persian cat to live.
why dogs sigh

Why do dogs sigh? It’s not just because they’re tired or bored

There's a good reason why dogs sometimes sigh. Find out what it is.
A white dog tilts their head and perks their ears

This is what it means when your dog tilts their head at you

What your dog is trying to tell you when they tilt their head.
Dog barks as woman works from home

Do dogs ever get sick and tired of barking so much?

The truth about whether dogs get sick of barking all the time.
Closeup of a brown dog with a gray muzzle.

6 senior dog adoption stories that will make you weep

Get the tissues out for these senior dog adoption stories.
A German shepherd jumping on a woman wearing a black puffer coat.

How to easily stop your dog from always jumping up on people

Get your dog to stop jumping on people by following these tips.
White dog catching red ring in the snow

This dog tried to upstage his human’s photoshoot and absolutely won

While playing in the snow, a dog showed his human the right way to pose for an Instagram photo.
Ragdoll cat lying on a table

4 most affectionate cat breeds for pet parents who love to snuggle

There are some cat breeds that are much more affectionate than others.
A dog wearing a red jacket plays with a ball in the snow.

These best-dressed pets on Instagram are way more stylish than you

You'll love these stylish pets on Instagram who are better dressed than everyone.
why do dogs eat poop

4 totally normal reasons dogs eat poop (and what to do about it)

Here's why dogs eat poop even though it's disgusting.
Two dogs looking up into the camera.

The best dog DNA tests to find out your furry friend’s true breed

Find out your dog's ancestry with these easy dog DNA tests.
A senior cat sits outside with her head in the air

6 stories of senior cat adoptions that will tug at your heartstrings

These senior cat adoption stories are so moving. Get the tissues ready.
A small senior dog sits in a field of wildflowers

6 amazing reasons you should adopt a senior pet this (or any) month

If you're getting a pet, consider adopting a senior who needs a home.
why dogs roll on their backs

Why do dogs roll around on their backs? It’s not just because they’re weird

The reason your dog rolls on his back could be good or bad.
A man hiking with a Golden Retriever puppy in a backpack.

Study shows if you’re traveling with your pet, Oregon is the place to go

A new study shows Oregon has the most pet-friendly Airbnbs.
A beautiful striped kitten lying on a tile floor.

This is the age when a kitten can be considered a grown cat

At this age, your kitten is considered a full-grown cat.
A woman and dog having a training session in the park

2022 training tips: How to stop being a total pushover with your dog

Here are tips and tricks for how to get your pet to obey you once and for all.
A woman holding a gray and white kitten.

Everything you need to do to prepare to care for a new kitten

Don't miss anything on this must-have new kitten supply list.
Three kittens lying in a pile on a rug

The cutest female cat names for every letter of the alphabet

These are the cutest girl kitten names that make the perfect monikers.
An English bulldog lies on the floor and looks at himself in the mirror

Rescue dog sees a mirror for the first time and hilarity ensues

The first time this rescue dog saw a mirror, his reaction was too cute.
A yellow Labrador retriever sniffs at the hands of a sitting person

Can dogs really smell fear? Here’s what’s actually going on

Here's the scoop on whether dogs can actually smell fear or not.
An Australian Shepherd offers his paw to someone's open hand

‘Talking’ dog may hold the answer to whether dogs miss us when we’re gone

A "talking" dog offers insight into whether dogs miss their humans.