Adopt a Pet

BY JANELLE LEESON ilkermetinkursova / iStock Whether you’ve taken a pet to the vet before or not, it’s natural to have some questions about your cat or kitten’s first checkup. The good news is that many pet parents find the first vet visit to be informative, laying the foundation for their cat’s lifelong health. To […]

BY JANELLE LEESON Irina Ozhigova / Stocksy It’s easy to get carried away when shopping for your new cat. Or to feel overwhelmed and not know where to start. Naturally, you want to welcome your new family member home with everything they need. If you’re bringing home a new cat or you’re considering adopting a

By Courtney Elliott Santi Nuñez / Stocksy Whether you just brought your new dog home or are about to sign the adoption papers, knowing what to expect at your dog’s first vet visit is crucial to establishing a good healthcare routine. You can prepare for your dog’s first vet visit by scheduling early, gathering their health

BY COURTNEY ELLIOTT camaralenta / iStock Being a pet parent is more than just wet nose kisses — though that is one of the best perks. Before bringing your new dog home, gather essential supplies, such as food and water bowls, a crate, collar, leash, identification tags, toys, and poop bags. Prepare your home by

By Savannah Admire Jayme Burrows / Stocksy Bringing a new dog into your home is an exciting — and rewarding — experience. But you may run into some challenges, especially if you’ve never been a dog parent before. You want to start bonding with your new family member immediately, but you also want to establish house

By Savannah Admire PH888 /Shutterstock Looking at online listings for adoptable pets can be fun, but when you’re ready to decide on a dog or cat to bring home, it’s time to choose an animal shelter to visit. You may be surprised by which animal in your local shelter captures your heart and feels like

BY SEAN ZUCKER Courtesy of @tkelce Wow, 2023, what a year for us all. Taylor Swift started dating Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, The Eras Tour became one of the most significant and successful tours of all time, and Tay officially joined the billionaire club. Of course, there were some non-Swift-related events, but truthfully those

BY SEAN ZUCKER Courtesy of @taylorswift People who aren’t pet parents, the nonbelievers we’ll call them, never seem to fully understand the importance of naming our animal companions. What they often miss is that the naming process is not only a reflection of ourselves but the state of our society at large. A shout-out for

BY COURTNEY ELLIOTT itla / StocksyAre you thinking about getting a dog? Maybe a rescue dog? What exactly is a rescue dog anyway? While it may seem like a straightforward question, there’s more to being a rescue dog than being a mixed-breed shelter pup. There are actually plenty of purebred rescue dogs out there too.

adamkaz / iStockThere are a lot of dogs out there who have better hair than most models on the runway, with their flowing locks, wild curls, and stunning colors. These long-haired dog breeds usually require more care and consistency than their short-haired counterparts, but watching their silky coats streaming in the wind as they gallop