Pets

We're sharing everything from our favorite pet supplies to advice on pet grooming to basic dog training tips, even DIY home remedies for pet health. New pet owners will especially benefit from our tips on how to search for a breeder, deal with allergies, and assimilate the new pet into the family.
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A Visual Guide to All the Different Types of Poodle Mixes, Also Called Doodle Dogs
Happy French Bulldog in flowers outdoors
The French Bulldog Is the Most Popular Dog in America—Dethroning the Labrador After 31 Years
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Most Americans Talk to Their Pets—and 48% Have Told Them a Secret No One Else Knows, According to a Study
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Your Pet Really Does Make You Happier—Both Cats and Dogs Significantly Improve Mental Health, New Poll Shows
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10 Pet Hair Removers That Get Will Get Rid of Fur From Any Surface
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Veterinarians Recommend the Best Pet for Your Personality Type
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These 8 Smart Dog Collars Can Track Everything From Your Pup's Health Stats to His Location
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These 12 Common Houseplants Are Toxic to Cats, According to Veterinarians
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Should You Feed Your Cat Wet or Dry Food? Here's What Veterinarians Say
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9 Dog Breeds That Look Like Puppies Even When They're Fully Grown
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How to Give Your Cat a Bath—Plus, How Often You Actually Need to Do It
domestic cat enjoying catnip at home
What Is Catnip and How Does It Affect Your Cat?
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Why Do Cats Like to Sleep at Your Feet?
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Scruffing a Cat: What Is It, and Why Do Experts Say You Shouldn't Do It?
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10 Anti-Anxiety Pet Beds That Will Soothe Your Nervous Dog or Cat
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How to Clean Your Dog's Ears the Right Way, According to Veterinarians
Fat gray fluffy cat on the wooden floor.
How to Help Your Cat Lose Weight, Which May Reduce Their Risk of Disease and Promote Longevity
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The 10 Best Slow Feeder Bowls for Pets, According to Veterinarians
Happy Bengal cat loves being stroked by woman's hand under chin.
5 Reasons Cats Purr (It's Not Always a Sign of Happiness)
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The Most Popular Large Dog Breeds in the United States
The Mau Store Modern Wooden Cat Tree & Condo
10 Modern Cat Trees That Blend Form and Function
Frisco Ceramic Dog & Cat Fountain, Gray, 64-oz By Frisco
The Best Running Water Bowls and Fountains to Help Your Cats Stay Hydrated
Oak/White Gaia Litter Box Enclosure
10 Modern Cat Litter Boxes That Hide in Plain Sight
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7 Common Things That Actually Scare Your Pets, According to Veterinarians
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A Step-by-Step Guide to Building Your Own Chicken Coop at Home
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Are Cats Smarter Than Dogs?
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9 DIY Cat Toys That Are Perfect for Your Feline Friend
window ledge cat bed
How to Make a Window Perch for Your Cat
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How to Attract More Hummingbirds to Your Yard
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The Most Vocal Cat Breeds
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How to Tell If Your Cat Loves You, According to Experts
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How to Keep Pet Hair Out of Your Laundry and Remove It from Your Washing Machine
Frisco Vampire Cape Dog & Cat Costume
Your Pet Needs a Halloween Costume, Too—Shop 10 of Our Favorite Options for Cats and Dogs
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Dogs Can Cry Tears of Happiness, New Research Shows
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How to Pet-Proof Your Sofa
terrier dog outside
These Are the 10 Most Spoiled Dog Breeds in the United States, According to New Data
Border Collie laying on grass
A New Study Says That the More Playful Your Dog Is, the Smarter They Might Be
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These Are the 10 Best Pet-Friendly Rugs for Your Home, According to Interior Designers
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How to Keep Your Dog Safe at Your Next BBQ or Cookout—Including the Foods They Should Never Eat
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These Are the Best Cities in America to Vacation with Your Pet in 2022, According to a New Survey
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Martha Shared the Life Jacket She Uses to Keep Her Dogs Safe in the Pool—and You Can Buy It on Amazon
cat drinking water
5 Clever Ways to Encourage Your Cat to Drink More Water, According to a Veterinarian
Ginger kitten cuddle with adult tabby cat.
Do You Have More Than One Cat? New Research Suggests They May Know Each Other's Names
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This Lost Cat Was Just Reunited with His Family After Going Missing 16 Years Ago
Cat wearing breakaway cat collar
The 10 Best Breakaway Cat Collars to Shop Now
sleeping-dog
Does Your Dog Frequently Stare at Walls? It Could Be a Sign of Dementia
Two Sleeping Golden Retrievers Touching Heads
Do Your Dogs Look Like They Are Running in Their Sleep? Experts Say They Are Dreaming
world's smallest cat, prionailurus rubiginosus, out in the wild in sri lanka
Your Cat Is Likely Bigger Than This 2-Pound Wild Breed, Which Conservationists Are Trying to Save from Extinction
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How to Fix Your Cat's Bad Breath
Tabby cat sits on a windowsill
Odds Are, Your Beloved Cat Won't Stray Far From Home When She Goes Outdoors, New Study Suggests
White chihuahua getting a treat
TobyKeith, a 21-Year-Old Chihuahua, Just Broke the Guinness World Record for Oldest Living Dog
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Are Laser Pointers Safe for Cats?
Black and white border collie holding toy ball in mouth
A New Survey Reveals Dog Personality Types—Which One Does Your Pet Have?
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Owning a Cat May Reduce Your Risk of Heart Attack and Stroke, Study Says
happy labrador retriever in field
The Labrador Retriever Is the Most Popular Dog in America for the 31st Year in a Row
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Avocados Are Actually Safe for Your Dog to Eat, New Study Suggests
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What Should You Do If Your Dog Breaks a Dewclaw?
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A New Study Reveals That Spending Just 10 Minutes with a Dog Can Help Reduce Pain
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How to Get Your Cat to Be More Active
An elderly woman and her dog
Science Says Owning a Pet Can Slow Mental Decline in Older Adults
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Do You Cuddle With Your Pet? A Survey Reveals Most People Would Rather Sleep Next to Their Animal Than Their Significant Other
woman talking to dog in park
Do You Talk to Your Dog? New Research Shows Canines Can Recognize Their Owner Based on Voice Alone
dog swimming in pool
Does Your Dog Love to Swim? Here's How to Keep Your Pup Safe in Every Body of Water