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Why cats and dogs are acting differently

What owners need to know about canine sleep

Dogs -- especially puppies and older dogs -- spend a lot of their time snoozing, and factors including breed, health and life changes influence the amount of shut-eye a given animal needs. Canine sleep is different than human sleep, and it's important for owners to be alert to changes in sleep, as they could signal a health problem.

10 Things You Shouldn't Say to Your Veterinarian

Dr. Patty Khuly outlines some remarks that this veterinarian would prefer not to hear from pet owners.

Quaint hilltop restaurant gives reasons to grin up north

On a steep hill in a charming Georgian townhouse, the Reids have got it right

Hotel Manners: Tips When Traveling With Your Dog

Dogs can be great hotel guests and can make the other guests and staff happy by offering a wagging tail, happy face, and a few kisses. They also don't stea

Dangerous Foods Your Pet Should Not Eat

There are some common food around your house that can be quite dangerous to your pets. Most pet owners know not to feed chocolate to dogs, but did you know about these other foods?

Situations That Call for Boarding Pets

Having access to the right pet boarding option is something every owner should explore. Since there will be times when it's necessary to leave town for...

America's Test Kitchen: Custard and bread hold the keys to perfect pudding

America's Test Kitchen's slow-cooker bread pudding boasts tender bread cubes enveloped by a rich custard and accented with a few stir-ins and a simple topping. Getting the texture of this

Pet Expenses: Can You Afford a Pet?

Did you know that average pet expenses total around $1K a year? Here's a breakdown of costs you might forget when adopting or purchasing a furry friend.

Things to consider before welcoming a new furry friend into your family

Perhaps you've thought a lot about buying a cute furry companion for a special someone or for your family. It's a big responsibility but is now, right before Christmas and in the middle of a COVID-19 surge a good time to give a pet for a holiday gift. “There is no reason that a pet shouldn't make a great gift,” says Mirah Horowitz of Lucky Dog rescue organization. However, it really shouldn't be a surprise gift.

Why I Love My "Ugly" School

Take Care When Moving with your Pets 

Moving can be stressful for your four-legged friends who rely on you to keep them safe and comfortable along the way. When planning a move, taking care of your pets' needs can make for a smoother trip for everyone.

Dog Grooming 101! Essential tips for grooming safety!

Every pet parent wants their furry friend to look as fabulous as possible, but most of them don’t have a ton of time to spend on their animal’s beauty routine! Luckily, there are hundreds of amazing dog groomers worldwide who have dedicated their lives to the pursuit of perfectly coifed pets. While it may …

Trendy canine diets might not be nutritionally balanced

The quality of commercial pet foods has risen as research has yielded new insights into veterinary nutrition, but Tufts University professor and veterinary nutritionist Lisa Freeman has recently seen "more cases of nutritional deficiencies due to people feeding unconventional diets, such as unbalanced home-prepared diets, raw diets, vegetarian diets and boutique commercial pet foods," and veterinary cardiologists suspect such diets may explain an uptick in cases of dilated cardiomyopathy.

How to Read Cat Food Labels

By learning how to read a label, you can learn a great deal about the food you are feeding your pets. You can even learn how to compare one food to another and choose the one best suited for your cat. As with human food labels, pet food labels are strictly regulated by the federal …

Differences Between Pet Boarding and Daycare

Pet boarding and daycare are two options available if you need someone else to care for your pets for awhile. Although they offer similar services, they’re not the same. Keep the following in mind …

Ten small parks that prove tiny is terrific

Georgetown Day School recently downsized its plans for a mixed-use project in Tenleytown. Aside from cutting 50 units of housing, the developers also canceled plans for a pocket park. We called that a loss, but some skeptics said it wasn’t a big deal because the park would have been very small. But when it comes to parks, quality is way more important than size. These 10 “teacup…