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Behavior & training

Why Do Cats Meow? Why Your Cat May Be More Vocal Than Usual

This gray cat is photographed in the middle of meowing at his human's kitchen which led to the human owner asking, "Why does my cat keep meowing"?

Why Does My Dog Lick Me So Much? Why Dogs Lick

The image shows a person being affectionately licked by dogs, a common behavior used by dogs to show affection, seek attention, or express submission. If you're wondering, "why does my dog lick me so much," it's likely their way of bonding and communicating their needs.

Big Dog Breeds: The Biggest Breeds & Largest Dogs

A Great Dane enjoying the vast view beyond him while waiting for his owner behind the view, who is chatting with other dog owners on how to properly take care of big dogs and their possible vet costs.

Why is My Dog Licking His Paws?

Dog Licking Paw

Cat Center

Cat Chemotherapy Cost: How Much is Chemo & Cancer Treatment in Cats?

A cat receiving veterinary care, lying on a soft pink blanket, while a veterinarian examines the cat, it appears calm but concerned, focusing on how much chemo, radiation therapy, and cancer treatment for cats might cost.

Boy Cat Names: Unique, Cute Name Options for Male Cats and Kittens

Cute kittens in a basket mainly colored gray and brown tabby. What could be their unique male cat names?

How to Get a Urine Sample from a Cat

This human is trying to collect urine from its' cat's litter box, but what is the correct way of collecting a urine sample from a cat? Is it straight from the litterbox? Should it be empty or should it have litter?

Feline Non-Recognition Aggression: Duration, Causes, & Why Your Cat Hisses at Cats After a Vet Visit

two cats laying together

Medical articles

Debarking Dogs: The Controversial Procedure of Dog Vocal Cord Removal

A dog barking while on a leash during a walk with its human, raising questions about debarking a dog and the impact of dog vocal cord removal or devocalization.

Excessive Grooming in Cats: Why is My Cat Over Grooming & Licking Itself Bald?

A ginger cat is seen grooming himself. This is a natural behavior in cats, but the problem is if the cat is overgrooming that sometimes lead to hair loss.

How Much is Chemo for Dogs? Looking at the Costs of Dog Cancer Treatment

A small, concerned-looking Dachshund being held by a veterinarian.

Understanding Blood Clots in Dogs: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment for Blood Clots

A concerned hand comforting a Golden Retriever lying on a rug, representing the importance of understanding blood clots in dogs, including causes, symptoms, and treatment options, particularly in cases of female dogs passing blood clots.

Holiday & seasonal

Fall Pet Safety Tips: Keeping Your Pets Secure and Happy this Autumn

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This charming dog is looking all regal as it stands proudly on a felled tree, embodying autumn readiness while its owner ensures its safety during the fall season.

Easter Egg Hunt for Dogs: Plan a Paws-itively Fun Dog Easter Egg Hunt

A smiling dog looking all excited for his very own easter dog egg hunt, because his owner followed dog-friendly Easter eggs and safety tips keeping safe from harm's way. And, a step away from accidents by protecting this furry friend with pet insurance.

Hot Paws, Cool Solutions: Protecting Your Dog's Paws from Sizzling Pavement

Protect Dog's Paws from Hot Pavement

Lawn Hazards for Dogs

golden retriever playing with ball on lawn

Other topics

Dog Vision vs Cat Vision Vs Human Vision: Can Cats, Dogs or Humans See Better?

A human holding a dachshund and a calico cat side by side, emphasizing the visual differences between dogs, cats, and humans. The image raises the question: Who sees better – cats, dogs, or humans?

How Much Are Cocker Spaniels? Cocker Spaniel Price Guide

A charming family of English Cocker Spaniels is shown, with their coats showcasing a range of colors from white, brown, to black. The two adorable puppies steal the spotlight, making it easy to wonder, “How much does an English Cocker Spaniel cost?” Their playful, sweet demeanor highlights why this breed is so beloved by families.

Mexican Dog Breeds: Famous Dog Breeds from Mexico

These two adorable Chihuahuas, one brown and the other brown and white, are snuggled up together in a field of colorful wildflowers, both looking attentively at the camera. Are these cute Chihuahuas originally from Mexico?

Funny Cat Names: Weird, Silly, and Clever Name Ideas for Cats & Kittens

A funny-looking cat wearing a crochet and glasses deserve a fun cat name too.

Pet care & safety

Xylitol Poisoning in Dogs: Xylitol Toxicity, Symptoms & Prevention

A container labeled Xylitol next to a small dish of white powder, highlighting the dangers of xylitol toxicity in dogs and the question of how much xylitol can kill a dog or cause xylitol poisoning symptoms.

Is Garlic Bad for Dogs? Garlic & Dogs

A curious dog sitting and thinking about garlic with a puzzled expression, wondering, 'Can dogs have garlic?' Learn about whether garlic is bad for dogs, how much garlic is toxic, and the symptoms of garlic poisoning in dogs.

Can Dogs Eat Cinnamon? Dogs & Cinnamon

Cinnamon sticks and ground cinnamon powder on a wooden surface, illustrating ingredients that dog owners may wonder about feeding to their pets, addressing the question "Can dogs eat cinnamon?" and the safety of cinnamon for dogs.

Is Coffee Bad for Dogs? Dogs and Coffee

This adorable brown and white corgi, sitting at a coffee shop with its owner, gazes eagerly at a cup of coffee as if wanting to drink it. But can dogs drink coffee? What happens if a dog drinks coffee?

Product reviews

10 Top-rated Kitten Toys on Amazon

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Our Top 5 Puppy Toys and Treats

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Dog DNA Tests: What You Need To Know

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Unbox the Bed: Orvis Tempur-pedic Deep Dish Bed Review