The Best Deals on Pet Gear During October Prime Day
Photo: Chendongshan (Shutterstock) Amazon’s fall Prime Day isn’t just for people; your dog and cat friends can enjoy bargain prices, as well. Whether you want to hook Mittens up with…
Four Reasons Your Cat Keeps Peeing Outside Their Litter Box
Photo: rossiaa33 (Shutterstock) When your cat starts peeing outside the box, your first instinct might be to call the vet: Could it be a UTI? Kidney stones? Diabetes? Cancer? While…
How to Care for Your Dog or Cat in Their Old Age
Photo: Chaay_Tee (Shutterstock) Caring for an aging pet is both lower-stress and higher-stress than raising a puppy or kitten. On the one hand, older pets tend to prefer napping to…
Toxic Christmas Tree Water, and Other Holiday Pet Dangers You Never Knew About
Photo: Crazy nook (Shutterstock) Whether you’re hosting a huge Thanksgiving dinner or plan to spend New Years Eve cuddled up inside this year, your home is likely to be the…
10 Myths You Should Stop Believing About Your Pet
Photo: Atmospherics (Shutterstock) If goldfish don’t belong in bowls, certainly something does, right? Bettas have often been kept in small containers, and it’s true that they probably aren’t as miserable…
11 Things to Consider Before Adopting a Pet, According to Lifehacker Readers
Photo: Switlana Sonyashna (Shutterstock) The American Kennel Club (AKC) warns that “switching your dog’s food abruptly can cause gastrointestinal upset such as vomiting, diarrhea, and a decreased appetite.” Many of…
Don’t Feed Your Cat Sushi, and Other Surprising Stuff That Could Kill Them
Image: Iryna Kuznetsova (Shutterstock) It’s an easy habit to fall into: slipping your cat a bite of food while you’re cooking or letting them have the leftovers from your plate…
Can You Really Afford a Pet?
Photo: Robert Wedderburn (Shutterstock) The first step in being a responsible pet owner is knowing whether you can afford one to begin with. Beyond the initial adoption costs, you’ll need…