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…
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,…
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…
Don’t Let the Kids Kiss Your Pet Lizard
Photo: Zivica Kerkez (Shutterstock) Lizards are truly underrated pets. Bearded dragons in particular are smart and friendly and fun to care for, so it’s no surprise that they’re popular family…
Why You Really Shouldn’t Take in a Wild Bird
Photo: Agami Photo Agency (Shutterstock) As a kid in the rural Midwest, I was accustomed to seeing people around me “rescue” injured birds, bring them into their homes, and care…
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…
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…
These Are the Best U.S. Cities to Visit With Your Dog
Photo: Javier Brosch (Shutterstock) After spending two years at home with your dog more than you probably ever had before, there’s a good chance that you’ve grown even more attached.…
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…