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This post contains affiliate links. Read more here. Not a substitute for professional veterinary help. Pet insurance is a good idea for a lot of pets, but choosing a plan and customizing it to your financial needs can be a headache. One of the stumbling blocks many pet parents run into is pet wellness insurance:

This post contains affiliate links. Read more here. Just like their human companions, if dogs are cooped up in their homes for too long due to bad weather outside, they can get a little antsy. But finding rainy-day dog activities to burn off your canine’s relentless energy can seem like an impossible quest. I recently

So much of what’s on dog food labels has to do with marketing, rather than nutrition. The phrase “limited ingredient” falls somewhere in between. There is no agreed-upon definition for “limited-ingredient foods.” In some cases, pet food makers use the phrase to designate foods that contain only one animal protein source and one carbohydrate source;

Being in a crowded shelter can really take a toll on a dog. That’s why a pup named Remy stationed at a high-kill shelter was labeled “fearful” and “a biter.” Shortly before this seemingly un-adoptable dog was set to be euthanized, he went home with a foster family: Lisa and her daughter Aubrey. Lucky for

In 2020, we first reported that the SPCA of Brevard County in Titusville, Florida was holding an ingenious fundraiser that both benefitted adoptable pets and helped the recently single celebrate their singleton status. Today we are delighted to report that the campaign—in which a donation to the shelter will see your ex’s name unceremoniously defiled—is

The Duchess Of Cornwall brought her dog Beth on a sort of homecoming trip on Feb. 2. Camilla visited The Battersea Brand Hatch Center in Ash, home of the organization from which the Duchess Of Cornwall rescued her two Jack Russell Terriers, Beth and Bluebell. Battersea has three centres: one in London, one in Old

Not a substitute for professional veterinary help. Cats can do some baffling stuff, and their drinking habits aren’t excluded. Your cat has a cool, clean bowl of fresh water, but she seems to crave running water from the tap.  So, why are cats drawn to the running water of a faucet, and should you continue

Between January 14th and 25th, 2022, numerous drivers in San Diego reported seeing a little Chihuahua running alongside traffic. Officers from the Humane Society’s law enforcement division and even a unit from California Highway Patrol tried in vain to capture the elusive little dog. Dogs in trouble often see humans running towards them as threats.

This post contains affiliate links. Read more here. Cats may be fickle creatures, but they always manage to tell their humans how much they’re loved—in their own unique way, of course. We know that you return the favor and the affection for your cat every day. But Valentine’s Day is a chance to go above

Dogs of all ages can suffer from joint pain and mobility issues. Arthritis is the number one chronic pain dogs face, affecting even young dogs. No dog should have to suffer silently every time they walk, which is why dog parents are doing everything they can to prevent future joint pain. There are many joint

This post contains affiliate links. Read more here. Golden Retrievers are known for being goofy, smart, sweet, and sometimes…stinky. Their flowing golden locks are beautiful, but these extremely social and active dogs can pick up all kinds of gunk as they move through the world. Because Goldens love playing everywhere, in everything, and with everyone,

Watching your furry friend suffer due to itchy skin and inflammation is heartbreaking. Many health concerns can cause dogs to feel uncomfortable, so it’s essential to give them relief before the symptoms worsen. Luckily, apple cider vinegar for dogs may be the solution to your pup’s itchy skin, along with many other health concerns. Apple

For over eight decades, Betty White, who passed away on December 31, 2021, made us laugh, cry, and think twice about how we can be kind to others—including animals. A long time advocate for pets and wildlife, Betty White was a zoo commissioner, Los Angeles’ “Ambassador to the Animals,” and even an honorary alumna of

As a Covid outbreak hit the Chinese city of Xi’an in January 2022, a woman named Liu had to leave her home and enter a strict 14-day quarantine. Sadly, she was not allowed to bring her dog with her, so she left enough food and water out and set up a security camera. At first,

A rescue dog named Rue not only changed her adopter’s life but also inspired a lively musical that celebrates pet adoption. About 10 years ago, animal control officers found the tiny Chihuahua mix wandering the streets of West Virginia. The extremely underweight stray landed in a high-kill shelter before a volunteer drove her to the

We’re excited about the possibilities of Whole Dog Journal’s searchable database of dry dog foods, and hope you find it to be helpful for finding good foods for your dogs. We’re excited to now present information about every single one of the dry dog foods made by the companies on our “Approved Foods” list, including

K-9 Grimm, a German Shepherd Dog who served the Andover Police Department in Massachusetts for a decade, was tragically diagnosed with terminal lung cancer this month. Rather than have him suffer through the painful disease, his handler made the difficult choice to have him put peacefully to sleep. Sgt. Mickey Connor, Grimm’s handler, had worked

This post contains affiliate links. Read more here. When we adopted our rescue Pepper last year, our household was all in on her energy and playfulness. She’s an Australian Cattle Dog mix, so we knew from day one that we’d have our work cut out for us when it came to entertaining this adorable little beastie.

What’s the best dry dog food? What should I feed my dog? If we had a dollar for every time we’ve been asked those questions, we could retire today!  HALLMARKS OF QUALITY:  HOW WE IDENTIFY GOOD DRY DOG FOOD Here’s what to look for in dog food and the criteria we use to identify good-quality

Roo, a Yellow Lab, was taking a routine walk with his mom in Chicago on a January day when he suddenly cried out in pain. At first, the dog’s mom thought he had some salt in his paw, a common winter occurrence. But there was something weirder going on at the corner of Diversey Parkway

This post contains affiliate links. Read more here. Not a substitute for professional veterinary help. As our pets get older, joint pain and other issues often appear, causing discomfort and threatening to slow them down. The joint supplement Cosequin has recently exploded in popularity, but another supplement, called Dasuquin, isn’t far behind. Cosequin and Dasuquin

Huge congratulations go to Unity, a German Shepherd who recently gave birth to a litter of 16 healthy puppies. This big litter is actually the largest born through the Guide Dogs UK breeding program in its 60-year history. According to the American Kennel Club, the average litter size for German Shepherds is eight puppies. That

This post contains affiliate links. Read more here. The popular Meowfia Felt Cat Cave is so soft and beautiful it makes you want to be a cat. The gentle wool, the sophisticated colors, the idea of a toasty hidey-hole. It’s so appealing we wish they made them for humans! But that’s the hard thing about

Some people see a struggling stray dog and don’t give it another thought. Leilani Wong and her husband are not those people. The couple was road-tripping when they stopped at a gas station in Stockton, North Central California. While they were filling up, a stray dog approached their car. The Australian Cattle Dog was filthy,

This post contains affiliate links. Read more here. After reviewing the Potaroma Wall Cat Toy and the Potaroma Flopping Fish last fall, Peaty the Orange Tabby returned to TikTok to see what other toys had enamored the app’s cat lovers. That’s where he found the Moody Pet Fling-Ama-String, another popular toy promising hours of feline

A 10-year army veteran named Keith Wade received the Christmas miracle of a lifetime. After hearing the story of a local shelter pup named Baby Girl, Keith knew this was the perfect dog for him. Keith has been through his fair share of challenges throughout his life. His most recent ordeal involved a near-fatal car

This post contains affiliate links. Read more here. Love “Shark Tank”? What’s not to love about watching people bring ideas for products that range from ingenious to … interesting? Here at Rover, we’re naturally queued into “Shark Tank” dog products featured on the ABC show. Cute outfits? Check! Healthy treats? Check! Innovative technology? Check! The

Animal abuse is hard to stomach, but it happens all around the world. Cruelty and neglect are not uncommon, despite how people treat animals differently in different places. Many who intentionally abuse animals are men under 30. Image Source: YouTube / ABC YouTube Video Animal hoarding creates victims among both humans and animals. So what

This post contains affiliate links. Read more here. Pets, they just love to scratch, shed, and chew on our sofas, don’t they? Sometimes having nice things and pets feels like a losing battle—but it doesn’t have to be! We’ve rounded up some of the best pet-friendly couches to keep harmony, and snuggles, in the living

One morning around 2:00 AM, Dory the St. Bernard woke her family up. She was acting strange in a way that they never had before. Suddenly, she wasn’t feeling like herself – whining and pacing while insisting that her owners not go back to sleep. Eventually, they realized what she had tried to tell them