There are a few human foods that are safe for dogs as occasional treats. Carrots. Cooked eggs. Maybe even an apple slice or two. But can dogs eat peppermint? Although they can snack on a few mint ...

On our curated list of best dogs for seniors, you'll find breeds of all shapes and sizes. When it comes to these companion dogs, there isn't a one-size-fits-all rule, even as folks age. The benefits ...

Aggressive Behavior Aggressive behavior is about creating distance from something; the dog is essentially trying to drive a threat away. In fact, most aggressive behavior stems from fear. For example, ...

How to Find a Good Dog Boarding Facility To find the best boarding facility for you and your pet, ask for recommendations from your friends, family, veterinarian, or groomer. You can also peruse the ...

How to Find a Doggy Daycare for Your Dog The best place to start your search for doggy daycare is with recommendations from friends, family, and pet professionals like your dog's veterinarian or a ...

And when humans respond to cat meowing, the kitty takes note. "The consequences of a behavior predict if a behavior will be repeated," Krieger says. So when you respond to your cat's behavior, such as ...

2. Does Your Dog Jump up on Things? Your bed, your rocking chair, your end table. If you have a dog that can easily jump up on things and is a nibble climber, consider removing furniture items that ...

Your dog's fur isn't much of a deterrent either, says Cassan Pulaski, PhD, acting director of the Parasitology Diagnostic Lab at the University of Georgia Department of Infectious Diseases. A mosquito ...

The numbers in the EPA reports are frightening, with Seresto collars seemingly related to the deaths of nearly 1,700 pets and injuries and illnesses in another 75,000. The number of actual incidents ...

Cool Facts About Dogs A trained bloodhound's tracking evidence is legally admissible in some U.S. courts. The United States has 75 million pet dogs, more than any other country. It's true: Dogs do ...

1. Use a Bell I am a huge fan of bell training for potty purposes. Essentially, you teach your dog to ring a bell (attached to a strip or string near the door) whenever she needs to go outside to ...

Courtesy of Cat Topia "A catio is like a backyard for your cat," says Lance Harding of Cat Topia, a nationwide custom catio builder based in Colorado. And yet, a catio will prevent your cat from ...