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Get health advice from vets and specialists, from major medical stuff to everyday pet wellness.

routine care

Want to ace everyday pet wellness? Get tips on vet checks, vaccine schedules, preventative care, DIY remedies, and more.

A brunnette woman petting her black cat sitting on her desk while she prepares to give him a pill

Everything you need to know about the difficult task of medicating a cat.

Spotted dog with a close up of his nose

A vet explains when you can treat the injury at home — and when it’s best to seek professional help.

Young Man With Retriever Puppy

The research is confusing — here are some guidelines.

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conditions & treatments

The medical stuff is stressful. Get expertise on common (and not-so-common) health issues, from causes and symptoms to the latest treatments for pets.

Dog drinking water from a puddle in the road

If your dog drinks from puddles or splashes around in lakes, read this.

Side view of a cute hungry dog standing next to a red bowl with food in a studio with white background

You can’t appease a picky dog with dino nuggets like you can with your toddler. Here are some things you can do.

Dog laying on couch looking embarassed

It’s no laughing matter. Try these at-home treatments — and if they don’t work, take your dog to the vet ASAP.

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Ask a Vet

Pet health question that’s not an emergency? Our vet team will answer over email within 48 hours. So, go ahead, ask us about weird poop, bad breath, and everything in between.

skin issues & allergies

Casual scratch? Weird paw lick? Seasonal allergies? Fleas? We’ll help you decipher all the pet skin issues.

Brown terrier dog scratching its ear outdoors

A vet explains why environmental allergies flare up and what to do about it.

Doug the Pug with Nonipup products

Nonipup features all-natural, sustainably sourced products, two shampoos and two body salves, using ingredients that helped make Doug’s life better.

Dr. Lindsey Wendt holds a dog in front of a collection of allergy products.

Integrative veterinarian Dr. Lindsey Wendt shares her favorite products to attack pesky pet allergies.

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grooming

Pet grooming? Not always glamorous. Get DIY nail-clipping tutorials, bath-time tricks, and celeb groomer tips to keep your pet looking (and feeling) good.

Spotted dog with a close up of his nose

A vet explains when you can treat the injury at home — and when it’s best to seek professional help.

the colorful litter

At long last, a litter that’s for more than just scooping.

A cat walking by a little box

I introduced my cat to an automatic litter box, and let’s just say it went off with multiple hitches.

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safety

Get tips on pet-proofing your digs, keeping them warm (or cool) through the seasons, and avoiding all the toxic stuff…like toys, plants, and everything else they try to eat.

A bright blue public dog bowl with a sign that reads “dog friendly” above it.

A good basic rule: It’s best to bring your own water.

Woman Scratches Her Dogs Belly On The Floor with Snake Plant in the corner.

Just get a new dog? Might be time to find a new home for your snake plant.

Gray cat in a yellow pet carrier

Hurricane season is in full force. A vet breaks down what to include in an emergency go-bag for your pet.

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holistic vet care

Check out the latest alternative pet care treatments, like massage techniques, herbal remedies, and other not-so-traditional therapies.

Pomeranian stands in front of a yellow bowl of homemade probiotic yogurt

Time for a (literal) gut check from four experts.

Close-up of a Merle coated Greyhound dog laying in the lap of their pet parent on the bed

What are the best ways to manage a dog’s pain?

a cat sniffs a silver vine toy

If cats had their own TikTok trends, this would be one.

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Emergencies & First Aid

Learn who to call for pet emergencies, how to know when a pet injury is an emergency, and other urgent care advice to help in a pinch.

Ginger adult cat sits in flowering summer garden on pavement.

It’s not always as simple as scraping out the stinger. Find out everything you need to know.

Woman taking temperature of her brown dog.

Don’t be scared. Follow these steps.

Wooden table of autumn fruits and grapes, with a woman and a cute dog seated at it.

The answer is no, no, no, and here’s why.

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