Products for PetsJun 6, 2024
How to Clean a Litter Box: A Comprehensive Guide
Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to clean a litter box. Cats are messy creatures, and so the importance of cat litter box maintenance can’t be understated.
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Melissa Smith
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Melissa Smith has been researching and writing about pet behaviors for several years. Her work has been recognized with Certificates of Excellence from both the Dog Writers Association of America and the Cat Writers’ Association. A longtime animal lover, Melissa is a professional pet sitter on Cape Cod through her company, Fresh Start Services.
Behaviors and TrainingJun 6, 2024
The Anguish of Separation Anxiety in Dogs — Curing Dog Separation Anxiety Quickly
Discover methods for curing dog separation anxiety quickly. Learn signs, causes, and treatments for a happier pet.
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Behaviors and TrainingMay 29, 2024
How to Exercise Your Dog Anytime — Even in the Winter
Learn how to exercise your dog anytime, indoors or outdoors, with these tips and activities to keep your dog fit and happy, even in winter or hot weather.
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Misc.Updated May 8, 2024
The Ultimate Pet Holiday Gift Guide
Here are our 50 top picks for dogs, cats and other pets this holiday season. It's the ultimate pet holiday gift guide, exclusively from Petful.
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Products for PetsUpdated May 8, 2024
Rain Gear for Dogs: 3 Convenient Products for Rainy Walks
Tired of muddy feet and wet fur? See how you can help combat both with some fun rain gear.
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Misc.Updated Apr 3, 2022
How Much to Tip Dog Walkers, Pet Sitters, Groomers, Trainers, Vet Staff
I'm a pet sitter and dog walker, and I also interviewed several experts to get their thoughts on tipping for pet care. Here’s what I’ve learned.
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Misc.Updated Feb 1, 2021
A Full List of Pet Holidays Throughout the Year
You can celebrate your pets — and those who work with pets — from January to December. This list of pet holidays is fully updated for 2021.
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Behaviors and TrainingUpdated Oct 11, 2020
4 Possible Reasons Your Dog Always Licks Your Face
Although some of us enjoy, or at least tolerate, all those kisses, others may not be so eager for a canine tongue bath to the face.
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Behaviors and TrainingUpdated Aug 26, 2020
Does Your Cat Really Hate You? (You Should Read This.)
Chances are, your cat doesn’t really "hate" you — they're just trying to tell you something super important. Here's what you need to know.
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Working DogsUpdated May 31, 2020
Even After Retirement, Military and Police Dogs Are Heroes
Why retired military dogs need our support.
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Animal WelfareUpdated May 31, 2020
Why Get Pets If You Can't Afford to Care for Them?
Pets rely on us for everything, and it's upsetting to see them not get the care they need.
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Behaviors and TrainingMay 26, 2020
How to Prepare Your Pet for Life After Quarantine
Going back to work soon after weeks of working from home? Here's how to help your dog or cat cope with these big changes.
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