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A small poodle with a curly light brown coat barking in a dimly lit living room at night

How to Get a Dog to Stop Barking at Night: Expert-Approved Solutions

3 May 2024

Proven methods to prevent your dog from barking too much at night, such as positive reinforcement training, changes to the environment, soundproofing options, and dealing with separation anxiety.

A well-behaved golden retriever sniffing curiously at an IKEA furniture display

IKEA's Dog Policy: Can You Bring Your Pup Shopping?

2 May 2024

IKEA's decision to allow dogs and other pets in its stores in Europe but not in the United States and Canada.

Maine Coon cat lounging on a wooden shelf, uninterested in the potted succulents and herbs around it

How to Keep Cats Away From Plants: Tips for Your Indoor Garden

1 May 2024

Proven ways to train your cat to avoid your houseplants and outdoor plants, including smells, barriers, and positive reinforcement.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel sniffing a spider plant on a windowsill

Can Spider Plants Make Dogs Sick? A Complete Guide

1 May 2024

Spider plants are poisonous to dogs and can result in vomiting, diarrhea, and upset stomach if ingested in large quantities.

Burmese cat peering intently at a bowl of lemon wedges on a table, with its paw reaching towards but not touching the lemons

Can Cats Eat Lemons? The Risks and Better Snack Options

30 April 2024

Lemons and other citrus fruits are toxic to cats and can lead to symptoms like stomach upset and other issues.

Close-up of a lethargic blue and white betta fish lying on the bottom of a cluttered, dirty aquarium

Why Is My Betta Fish Not Moving? Causes and Solutions

30 April 2024

Reasons and solutions for why your betta fish is lethargic, including problems with water quality, illnesses, and environmental factors.

Calico cat mid-leap, biting down on a person's bare toes

Why Do Cats Bite Feet? Stopping the Playful Attacks

26 April 2024

Causes of foot biting in cats, such as predatory drives, boredom, and health problems, as well as ways to stop and deter the behavior.

A black cat with bright yellow eyes sitting calmly on a porch, unfazed by a coyote lurking in the background

Coyotes and Cats: How to Keep Your Cat Safe From Predation

25 April 2024

Coyotes are known to hunt cats, and their diets can be made up of anywhere from 1-35% of cats. There are several non-lethal methods that can be used to keep cats safe from coyotes. These include keeping cats indoors and using deterrents.

Chocolate brown Labrador retriever puppy sitting calmly in a shallow bath, supported by the owner's hands

How to Bathe a 2 Week Old Puppy: A Step-by-Step Guide

25 April 2024

Bathing puppies younger than 4 weeks old is dangerous, but 4-8 week old puppies can be carefully wiped down. It's also important to make sure you're using the right bathing and drying methods.

A Siberian Husky puppy cautiously sniffing a small orange tabby cat sitting back on its haunches and eyeing the dog warily, in a cozy living room setting

Do Huskies Get Along With Cats? What to Consider Before Getting Both Pets

25 April 2024

How to make sure your husky and your cat get along, including how to introduce them, train them, and signs that they're doing well together.

A large Great Dane service dog guiding its wheelchair-using owner through the aisles of a Michaels craft store

Can You Take Your Dog to Michaels? A Look at Their Pet Policy

24 April 2024

Michaels locations have a no pets policy, although service animals are an exception. This policy is in place to help keep the store clean and safe for all shoppers.

A kind-looking person gently approaching a wary-looking calico cat on a sidewalk surrounded by discarded items

How to Help Stray Cats: A Kind Guide

23 April 2024

Provides tips for how to care for feral cats, such as feeding and sheltering them, reuniting them with their owner or helping them find a new one, and dealing with medical problems.