Things Dogs Do That Are Actually Normal: A Guide for Paranoid Pawrents

(And what you should know instead) If you’ve ever looked at your dog and thought, “Wait… is this normal?” -...

Things You’ve Been Told About Cats That Aren’t Actually True

There’s a lot of advice out there, and not all of it is accurate. Some of the most common things...

Before You Buy Your Dog Another Toy, Read This

(Some toys can be riskier than they look) Here’s something many dog owners don’t realize. Not every toy sold for...

This Common Household Item Can Be Deadly for Cats (Most Owners Don’t Know)

Here’s the thing no one really tells you before getting a cat: Your houseplants and flower bouquets can actually be...

So You’re Thinking About Getting a Second Dog

Getting a second dog sounds like a great idea: built-in company for your dog, more chaos, more fun. And it...

The Dog You Picked Says More Than You Think

Out of hundreds of breeds, with wildly different energy levels, temperaments, and needs… you chose that one. That was not...

How do People Have Time for a Dog?

At some point, almost everyone has this thought. You look around and it seems like everyone has a dog. Meanwhile,...

Why “Just Exercise Them More” Is Bad Puppy Advice

If there is one piece of puppy advice almost everyone hears, it is this: "Walk them more." "Play with them...

Why Your Healthy Dog Will Struggle to Walk in 5 Years

The joint damage is happening right now. You're just not paying attention yet. Here's something most dog owners don't think...

That Lump on Your Dog Probably Isn't Cancer (But Check It Anyway)

Most lumps are harmless fatty tumors. The problem? You can't know that without testing. You're petting your dog and BAM...

What 'Preventative Care' Actually Means for Dogs

Spoiler: It's not just yearly shots and hoping for the best. If you've spent any time in dog parent circles,...

Your Dog Isn’t Being Dramatic

She's just fluent in a language you haven't learned yet. You know that look your dog gives you when you're...