A harness and leash can help keep kitty safe on your outdoor adventures, but can be tricky to use. Here's how to put a harness on a cat safely so your feline friend can explore the outdoors without ...

These activities bust kitty boredom and strengthen your bond. The bonus? Lots of belly laughs for you. Kristi Valentini writes health and lifestyle articles for pets and people, often with her pup ...

Haylee has worked with, trained, and studied animals of all kinds for the past decade. She is passionate about human-animal interactions, having founded the nonprofit Animal Assisted Professionals, ...

When you adopt a dog from a rescue or shelter, you're giving them a second chance at a happy life with a forever family. Think you're ready to adopt a dog? Start here! Sierra lives in the heart of ...

Sarah is a photographer, designer, and writer based in Washington, DC. When she's not working, she enjoys meeting and petting all of the dogs in her neighborhood. While our foremost founding father ...

Sarah Mouton Dowdy writes for both pet parents and veterinary professionals and is passionate about meeting the needs of both to the benefit of all involved—especially the pets. With a master's degree ...

Positive reinforcement is the best way to teach dogs new behaviors or change old habits. Learn what makes this dog training method so great and how to get started. Kristi Valentini writes health and ...

Tired of finding cat hair all over your house? Well, while there's not a way to prevent your cat from shedding, consistent grooming and dietary changes can help cut down on the time you spend sweeping ...

If you are a cat parent, you may have noticed a recent uptick in reports of cats contracting bird flu in the U.S. Although the current strain of bird flu known as H5N1 is widespread in wild birds ...

Spice up your dog's squirrel-chasing, grass-sniffing backyard routine with just a few of these household items. Kristi Valentini writes health and lifestyle articles for pets and people, often with ...

Losing a cat is every pet owner's biggest fear, but microchips were made to reunite pets and owners in a simple, safe way. Sierra lives in the heart of Chicago with her boyfriend (is it safe to call ...

From rash to scabs, here's how to recognize the signs of common issues like mange, dermatitis, and allergies so you can treat the issue quickly. Owner/president ...