The Gear You Need to Make Camping With Your Dog a Lot Easier
I started camping as a way to travel during COVID, and almost immediately, my dog, Clementine the Doberman, fell in love with it. We found private campsites she could run…
Your Legal Responsibilities As a Cat Owner
I recently encountered this video of a conflict between neighbors over the roaming habits of a local cat, which got me thinking about cats and the law. In the clip,…
The Best Early Prime Day Deals for Your Dog or Cat
Photo: Hadrian (Shutterstock) Amazon is having early Prime Day deals, and for those with dogs or cats, we’ve put together some of the best early Prime Day deals for them—including…
The 7 Deadly Sins of Dog Ownership
Photo: Masarik (Shutterstock) At a distant point in their evolutionary past, dogs were pack animals, and since then, they have been carefully bred for their ability to assist people, so…
How to Prepare Your Dog for an Extended Separation
Photo: eva_blanco (Shutterstock) A weekend away or even an extended work trip can be a fun break from your day-to-day life, but the unfortunate fact is that while you’re gone,…
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…
How to Figure Out Why Your Dog Is Aggressive—and What to Do About It
American culture is dog-obsessed. Cuddly, fluffy, loyal, and funny, these animals are all over our social media feeds and our homes. But when your dog typically cuddly dog starts acting…
Why Dogs Roll Around in Filth and How You Can Stop Them
Photo: David_Pastyka (Shutterstock) You love your dog, and your dog loves you, but your dog also loves filth, possibly as much as they love you. Your canine friend probably has…
How to Teach Your Cat Tricks
You might believe cats are impossible to train, but you’d only be about half right. While some cats do prefer to live their lives unburdened by obligations or tasks of…