Can Dogs Eat Strawberries? Fresh vs Frozen, Portions and What to Skip
Yes, dogs can eat plain strawberries in small amounts. Portions by dog size, fresh vs frozen, how to prep them and which strawberry foods to avoid.
Can Dogs Eat Grapes or Raisins? Why a Few Can Harm and What to Do
No, dogs should never eat grapes or raisins, which can cause sudden kidney failure. See the signs, risky foods and what to do if your dog ate some.
ASPCA, IPAW Rescue Commit $1.4 Million to Fly More Shelter Pets
The ASPCA and IPAW Rescue are giving $1.4 million to Dog Is My CoPilot, a nonprofit that flies shelter dogs and cats to areas with more adopters.
Pet Health
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Best Litter for a Cat After Surgery: Paper Pellets and Box Setup
Paper pellet litter is the usual choice after cat surgery because it does not stick to incisions. Plus box setup and warning signs to watch for.
Dog Throwing Up White Foam: Common Causes, What to Do and Vet Signs
A dog throwing up white foam often has an empty or irritated stomach, but bloat, toxins and illness can also cause it. Home steps and when to call a vet.
How to Disinfect Your Home After a Sick Cat: Cleaners and Steps
To disinfect after a sick cat, clean first, then use a cat-safe disinfectant like diluted bleach. See which cleaners kill cat viruses and which to avoid.
Pet Food & Nutrition
All Pet Food & Nutrition
Natural and Organic Dog Food: What the Labels Really Mean
Natural dog food means no synthetic ingredients beyond added vitamins; organic means certified farming. Neither proves better nutrition. Here is how to read them.
Can Dogs Eat Bread and Dinner Rolls? Safe Types and Risks
Can dogs eat bread? Plain baked bread is fine in small amounts, but raw dough and add-ins like raisins, garlic and onion are dangerous. Here is what to do.
Dog Food for Picky Eaters: Why Dogs Refuse Food and What Helps
Dog food for picky eaters starts with ruling out illness. See why dogs refuse meals, what to try at home and when to call your vet.
Pet News
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Blue Buffalo Launches Cat Kibble That Turns Into Bone Broth Soup
Blue Buffalo's new Wilderness Bone Broth Boosted cat food can be served dry or with water as a broth. Here are the recipes, ingredients and where to buy it.
Not Every Lump Under a Cat’s Tongue Is Cancer, Vet Dentist Says
A swelling under a cat's tongue is often cancer, but a veterinary dentist describes other causes. What they are and why a biopsy settles the question.
Senior Pets Slip Out of Vet Care: What a Good Program Does
Senior pet care often lapses as owners assume aging can't be treated. Here is what a good senior pet program offers and what owners can ask their vet.
Dogs
All Dogs
Is My Dog Sad? Body Language, Behavior Changes and Vet Signs
A sad or upset dog may withdraw, lose appetite or change sleep habits. Learn the body language clues and when a vet visit is the safest next step.
Why Does My Dog Follow Me Everywhere, Even to the Bathroom?
Dogs follow their owners out of instinct, habit and attachment. Learn the common reasons, when it is normal, and when clinginess may signal anxiety or a health problem.
Why Does My Dog Lick Me So Much? Causes and When Licking Is a Problem
Dogs lick for affection, attention, taste, habit or stress. Learn what each cause looks like, how to cut it back, and when to call your vet.
Cats
All Cats
Can Cats Eat Turkey? Plain Cooked Meat vs Skin, Bones and Seasoning
Cats can eat small amounts of plain, fully cooked turkey meat. Skin, bones, gravy, stuffing and seasonings are the problem. Here is what is safe and what to avoid.
Why Does My Cat Stare at Me? What It Means and When to Worry
A cat's stare is usually attention, affection or a request for food. Learn how to read it, and which staring signs call for a veterinarian visit.
Why Your Cat Pees Outside the Litter Box: Medical and Litter Box Causes
Cats pee outside the box for medical reasons or because of litter, box or stress problems. Learn how to tell them apart and when to call your veterinarian.
Pet Supplies
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Easiest Cat Litter to Clean: Clumping, Paper and Crystal Compared
Clumping clay is the easiest cat litter to clean for most homes. Compare scooping, full changes and odor control for clumping, paper and crystal litter.
How to Choose a Cat Bed or Cat House: Hooded, Heated and DIY Options
Learn how to pick a cat bed or house: hooded beds, cabanas, heated beds and simple DIY ideas, with sizing, safety and placement tips for every cat.
How to Choose a Dog Gate for Stairs, Doorways and Wide Openings
Pick the right dog or pet gate by opening size, mounting type, height and your dog's habits, with safety tips for stairs and a few safe DIY options.