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Practical advice for everyday life with a dog or cat. Every article lists its products at the top, so you can skip straight to them.
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New Puppy Checklist: The 6 Things You Actually Need
Pet stores will happily sell you forty things for a new puppy. You need about six. Here is the short list, and why each one earns its place.
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How to Keep an Indoor Cat Happy (and Off Your Sofa)
Indoor cats live longer and safer lives, but they also get bored. Most problems owners write to us about, from shredded sofas to 4 a.m. zoomies, come back to the same thing: not enough to do.
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Hiking With Your Dog: The Gear Worth Packing
A tired, happy dog at the end of a trail is the goal. Getting there safely takes three things: enough water, a harness that does not rub, and a little planning.
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Senior Dog Comfort: 5 Small Upgrades That Make a Big Difference
Older dogs slow down, sleep more and feel the cold floor in their joints. You cannot stop the years, but a few changes at home make every day easier for them.
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Christmas Gifts for Dogs and Cats: 12 Ideas They Will Actually Use
Most pet gifts are under the sofa by New Year. These twelve stay in rotation, and every one comes from our dog and cat guides.
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How Many Litter Boxes Per Cat? The N+1 Rule, Explained
One box per cat, plus one extra. It sounds like a lot until you see what it fixes. Here is the rule, the setup, and the boxes we recommend.
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Is Your Cat Drinking Enough Water? Signs, Fixes and Whether a Fountain Helps
Cats evolved to get most of their water from prey, so many barely drink. Here is how much they need, how to tell if yours is short, and what actually helps.
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How to Stop a Cat Scratching the Furniture (Without Punishing Them)
You cannot stop a cat scratching, and you should not try. You can make the post more appealing than the sofa. Here is how.
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How to Reduce Dog Shedding at Home: A Simple Weekly Routine
All dogs shed, some much more than others. A few minutes of brushing several times a week moves most of that hair from your floor to the bin.
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Flying With a Dog or Cat in the Cabin: Carrier Sizes, Fees and Tips
Small dogs and cats can fly with you in the cabin if they fit in a carrier under the seat. Here is what airlines ask for and how to make the day easier.
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How to Stop a Dog Pulling on the Leash: Training Plus the Right Harness
Dogs pull because it works: pulling gets them where they want to go. Change that, and add a harness that makes pulling less effective, and walks get calmer within weeks.
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