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Liz Coleman

Beagle with ears flapping in the breeze of a fan

The 6 Best Dog Crate Fans for Warm Summer Days

Crate fans can keep your dog more comfortable on warmer days. We've rounded up seven…

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Do Dog Cooling Mats Work To Keep a Dog Cool?

Cooling pads and beds are popular in the summertime, but do dog cooling mats really…

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Jack Russell Terrier swims in green water

Should You Be Using a Water Test Kit for Your Dog? We Ask the Experts

Water test kits are often marketed to pet parents—but are they necessary? Experts explain when…

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Red cat wants to steal a big fish from a white plate on a wooden table

Why Do Cats Like Fish?

Why do cats like fish? Two words: taste and nutrition. But is it healthy? And…

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Do Cats Need Cooling Mats In Hot Weather?

Do cats really need help cooling down, and can a mat get the job done?…

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White cat sits on ArfPets cooling mat

ArfPets or CoolerDog? Rover Kitties Review Two Top Cat Cooling Mats

Could your cat benefit from a cat cooling mat? We tested two popular brands, including…

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How Heavy Should My Cat Be? Use the BCS Scale to Measure a Cat’s Health

Do you wonder "how heavy should my cat be?" The average cat weight is 10…

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30 Dog-Friendly Stores (Plus 8 That Don’t Allow Pups)

We've rounded up a list of dog-friendly stores around the country so you don't have…

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Can All Dogs Swim? And How To Help Them Swim Safely

Can all dogs swim? While some dogs were born to swim, others prefer to keep…

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Two cats lying on bed

13 Common Cat Sleeping Positions Decoded with Pictures

Cats sleep in some weird positions. Here's a guide to the sometimes baffling (but always…

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Golden Retriever puppy chewing on rope toy

The 10 Best Dog Rope Toys for Fetch, Tug of War, and Dental Hygiene

From soft rope toys to heavy-duty knotted and flossing types, these are our top picks…

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Review: The “Fat Cat” Backpack Is Our New Favorite Way To Travel With a Cat

On the fence about which cat backpack is right for your traveling kitty? Here's our…

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