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Whether you have a fur baby you adore, are thinking of getting one, or are just an animal lover, this is the place for you. We’ve got answers to your pet questions and advice, fascinating facts about creatures big and small, and, yes, cute pictures.

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This Dog Cake Recipe Is the Perfect Way to Celebrate Your Pup’s Birthday

Celebrate your furry friend with a special treat. Learn how to make a dog cake recipe that's perfectly safe for...


6 Best Washable Dog Pee Pads for Eco-Friendly Dog Training

If you have peeing puppies, dogs with health issues, "leaky" senior canines or dogs that get car sick, washable dog...


8 Cat Scratching Posts to Keep Claws Off Your Furniture

Cats scratch to stay physically and emotionally healthy. Choose one of these cat-tested and pet-parent-approved cat scratching posts to keep...


Do Dogs Smile? Decoding Your Dog’s Happy Face

Our pups know when we're sad, anxious or happy, and we like to think we know them just as well....


If You See White Dog Poop, This Is What It Means

The color of your dog's poop matters. Here are the culprits of white-colored dog stool.


Can Dogs Eat Popcorn? Here’s What the Experts Say

Movie night isn't complete without a big bowl of freshly popped kernels. But can dogs eat popcorn—or should you keep...


20 Adorable Christmas Dogs You Will Wish Were Under Your Tree

These precious photos of Christmas dogs and puppies are sure to put you in the holiday spirit


If You See a Blue Line Tattooed on a Dog, This Is What It Means

That little blue tattoo conveys a lot of information about your dog’s health

These Are the Trendiest Dog Names of 2022

Some are strange, some are traditional, and some are cocktail themed—but all of these trending dog names for 2022 are...


15 Fast-Food Chains with a Secret Dog Menu

Treat your pup to something new!


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19 Plants That Are Poisonous to Dogs

Listen up, pet parents! Your home may have poisonous plants for dogs, and it's time you made some smart plant...


A Pair of Beagles Were Left to Wander in the Snow—Until a Kind Stranger Took Them In

The story of an expectant couple and a wise man (but not the ones you’re thinking of)


Can Dogs Eat Scrambled Eggs? Here’s What the Experts Say

Your dog would love to get his paws on your scrambled eggs, but is this a good idea—or should...


Do Cats Like Baby Talk? The Answer May Surprise You.

A recent study that reveals that cats pay attention to our baby talk.


Chewy’s Limited-Time Daily Deals Have Essential Pet Care Items Starting at Only $1

Buying for an aggressive chewer or a finicky feline? Chewy deals have you covered with savings of up to 66%...


What are Dog Lick Mats? Here Are Our 6 Top Picks

If your dog hates grooming, fears loud noises or gets easily bored, our pet expert explains how you can fix...


Which Cat Breed Is Most Compatible with Your Zodiac Sign?

Searching for a sign that will lead you to the perfect kitty for you? Look to the stars to connect...

A New Study Says You and Your Dog Probably Have the Same Personality

You may have more in common with your pup than you thought


Flying with Dogs: 26 Things to Know Before Taking Your Pup on a Plane

Everything you need to know about flying with a dog, from where pups sit to the overall cost


Dog Cuddles Help People Feel More Sociable and Less Stressed, Study Finds

We already know that cuddling with dogs makes us feel great—and now there's scientific proof!


If You See a Black Spot on Your Dog’s Tongue, This Is What It Means

Should you be concerned if your dog has a black spot on its tongue? We solved this canine mystery once...


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12 Adorable Pit Bull Pictures That Make You Look at Them in a Different Light

There are plenty of misconceptions about the pit bull—but these pictures prove they're some of the most darling dogs around


Human-Sized Dog Beds are Real and They’re a Surprisingly Great Way to Snuggle Your Pup

Nap time just got a whole lot cozier thanks to these human dog beds

Noble Pups! Meet the Royal Dogs of the British Monarchy

These furry friends certainly get the royal treatment! Here's everything to know about the four-legged members of the royal family.


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Do Cats Know Their Names? Here’s What the Experts Say

Cats run from the far corners of the house when they hear the sound of cat food being opened, but...


Readers Share the Incredible True Stories of Their Hero Pets

We're pawsitive you'll love these stories of courageous animals


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This Pet Squirrel Nobly Protected His Home During a Robbery—and Even Helped Catch the Culprit

Joey the squirrel came out claws a blazing, protecting his beloved home from an intruder


From Rescued to Rescuer: Meet the Pup Who Helped Save a Trapped Neighbor

A dog takes off on his owner—but his escape act saves the day for a neighbor in need


Man’s Best Friend, Indeed: This Pit Bull Fought Off a Shark to Save His Owner

There's no way the shark would take a chunk out of his owner—not on Darby's watch