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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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4 Reasons You Should Break Up With Your Vet

And how to let them down easy.

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.

Cacau, a chocolate Labrador from Brazil, took home the "top surf dog" gold medal for herself and her owner, Ivan Moreira, as determined by length of ride, technique, confidence and size or strength of the wave.

This pup gave an Olympic-worthy athletic performance for a good cause.

A woman holding a dog and posing for a picture.

Tony winner and Broadway Barks founder Bernadette Peters tells us about her nonprofit’s star-studded adoption event.

Two cats sitting inside in the sun.

The annual festival will delight cat lovers in 250 theaters nationwide.

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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.

Paulina Alexis cover story

The rising star on saving stray animals on her reservation, her horse girl side hustle, and how her character connects with her roots in season 2.

Cacau, a chocolate Labrador from Brazil, took home the "top surf dog" gold medal for herself and her owner, Ivan Moreira, as determined by length of ride, technique, confidence and size or strength of the wave.

This pup gave an Olympic-worthy athletic performance for a good cause.

Person traveling on the train with their dog.

Definitely something worth looking into.

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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.

cute mutt / mixed breed dog

July 31 is National Mutt Day. Here are nine reasons why a mixed-breed dog would make a great new addition to your family.

Brown dog with white markings standing in leaves

The truth is breed labels are often wrong.

Adult dog sitting on a bed

What to expect in the first three days, three weeks, and three months.

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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.

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.

A dog laying under a table outside while a woman cares for her plants.

You need to be extra careful if your dog or cat is your gardening assistant.

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Ask a Vet

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.

Woman getting ready to travel with her small brown dog at the airport.

The restrictions create financial and logistical challenges for animal welfare organizations.

Dallas collage, a small white dog being held surrounded by images of Dallas: Mutts Cantina, skyline, a singer with a guitar

Pups and their parents can giddy up for a good time.

Woman at a dog park outside with a bunch of dogs.

For social pups, these are the places to be.

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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.

Ellos Son La Razon, the shelter in Ensenada we have been rescuing dogs from since 2017, is closing it’s doors in 2 months.

Here’s how to recognize the signs that you’ve encountered one.

Two cats sitting inside in the sun.

The annual festival will delight cat lovers in 250 theaters nationwide.

PA State Police responded to a welfare check at a residence in Erie County.

You can help a local shelter get them the medical care they need.

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