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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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20 Things Animal Shelters Desperately Need Right Now

Animal shelters and rescues largely depend on the kindness and generosity of animal lovers, especially during the quarantine. These are...


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8 Cleaning Products You Shouldn’t Use Around Your Dogs

Make sure you're not endangering your beloved pets with the cleaning products you use.


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18 Pet Products with Nearly Perfect Reviews on Amazon

Your pet is guaranteed to love these products and other pet parents can vouch for that!


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The Best Dog Food for Small Dogs

Your Pomeranian may think he's a Doberman, but small-breed dogs need food specifically designed for canines their size.


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30 Funny Photos of Dogs “Working from Home”

These pups definitely make working remotely look like a load of fun!


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This Is What Happens to K9 Dogs When They Retire

These dogs work tirelessly to keep their handlers and communities safe. But what happens when their work is finished?


4 Canine Actors That Made More Money Than Humans

Sure, it pays well to be an Instagram-famous dog today—but these beloved dogs of Old Hollywood also earned some serious...


Is the Ocean Really Running Out of Fish?

It may seem like the oceans are overflowing with fish, but experts say they are actually at dangerously low levels...

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The Most Famous Movie Dog the Decade You Were Born

Around the time you were born, were canine cinephiles sending fan mail to Rin Tin Tin, weeping over Old Yeller,...


I Used to Spoil My Dog with Treats—Till They Gave Her Pancreatitis

I thought I was showing my dog how much I loved her, but it turns out I was actually putting...


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The Loyalty of Dogs Told Through 20 Incredible Stories

Dogs are amazing creatures. One of the best things about them is their loyalty. If you have a dog yourself,...


3 Reasons Why Puppy Breath Smells So Good

Sweet puppy breath is a fleeting joy. But what causes it and how long can you expect it to stick...


How Many Giant Pandas Are Left in the World?

Their numbers are dwindling, and these real-life teddy bears need our help.


40 Spectacular Photos to Celebrate the Start of Spring

Marvel at the miracles of sunshine and new life in this collection of heartwarming reader photos.


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Feral vs. Stray Cat: Here’s How to Tell the Difference

Before you approach that cat who suddenly showed up in your yard, read this first.


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11 Secrets Your Cat’s Tail Is Trying to Tell You

Every day is Tail Out Tuesday for cats. But the motion and position of their tails reveal a lot more...


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12 Rare Cat Breeds That Are Equally Cute and Fascinating

Get ready to swoon over these adorable rare cat breeds you’ll want to add to your family

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Why Do Cats Bring Home Dead Animals?

It’s a nice gesture, but can’t they leave a flower on your doorstep instead?


This Family Raised a Baby Goose for a Year—20 Years Later, It Returned Home

When two adult geese left their gosling behind, a human family stepped in to raise him. Many years later, the...


Meet the 10 Most Popular Dog Breeds in America

The American Kennel Club's list of the most popular dog breeds features the usual lovable suspects, along with some cutie-pies...


Why Do Polar Bears Need Ice to Survive?

A polar bear's entire existence revolves around sea ice. In fact, polar bears will cease to exist if sea ice...



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Is It Bad for Dogs to Drink Toilet Water?

You might think it’s disgusting when you catch your dog drinking from the toilet, but there’s actually a reason they...

This Hiker Saved the Life of an Alaskan Timber Wolf—4 Years Later the Wolf Still Remembered Him

Deep in the Alaskan wilderness, a prospector comes to the rescue of an injured mother wolf and her pups, and...


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Why Cats Sleep on You, According to Experts

You might love it when they snuggle you at night, or you might hate it. Here’s why cats sleep on...


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8 Reasons Dogs Get Disqualified at Westminster

You'll rarely see a dog get disqualified from the Westminster Dog Show on TV—but it does happen. And the reasons...


21 Polar Bear Pictures That Will Melt Your Heart

These beautiful marine mammals hunt, sleep, and raise their families on what's left of the Arctic ice.


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How Did “Fido” Become the Default Dog Name?

You hear the word "Fido" and immediately assume it's referring to a dog. But it's not actually a popular dog...


7 Cancer-Fighting Foods for Dogs, According to Vets

Keep your furry best friend by your side for as long as possible by including these healthy, cancer-fighting foods for...