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The holidays are a time for joy, family, and spoiling the ones we love most. And that includes our four-legged family members! Whether you’re shopping for your playful pup, curious cat, or a fellow pet parent, the right gift can make the season even more special. Wondering what the best holiday gifts for pets in…

Our 5th Annual Halloween Pet Costume Contest has officially come to an end, and we’re excited to announce this year’s winners! After receiving so many amazing entries and votes from our community, it’s time to celebrate the talented pets who stole the show. Check out this year’s Halloween pet costume contest winners across each category!…

Jesy, Zuza, and Raspapur at the balcony door, waiting to be let in to eat. Shot from inside, through the glass. Meet three of mine. Jesy is our yellow Lab, Zuza is our brown mixed-breed, and the tabby-and-white cat is Raspapur. I know, it’s an unusual name. Our balcony leads down to a set of…

Most dog owners know the classic dangers: chocolate, grapes, certain medications. But the list of household items that can seriously harm or kill a dog is considerably longer than most people realize, and some of the most dangerous things are…

The bond between people and their dogs is often described as unconditional, but some stories remind us just how profound that connection can be. In Brazil, a dog named Bob spent 10 years faithfully returning to his owner’s grave, capturing the…

Welcome to our “Ask Dr. Paola” series, where every Monday we bring expert advice straight from Dr. Paola Cuevas (MVZ) to help our readers better understand their dog’s health and well-being. Whether you’re a new pet parent or a seasoned dog lover, Dr. Paola is here to…

Our dogs are our close companions. We love and care for them as if they were family members, like in millions of households across the United States. And with advances in veterinary care, dogs are not only living longer but also enjoying better health and a higher quality…

Dogs will put almost anything in their mouths – socks, soil, plastic, paper, rocks, things that defy explanation, and some items too disgusting to mention. Sometimes it’s harmless; sometimes it’s not. For many dog owners, this is a familiar and…

Since I was 11 years old, I only wanted two things in life: to work at NASA and to have a dog. I started applying (and getting rejected) to NASA internships in high school, and on the pet front, I didn’t get my first dog, Luna, until my junior year…

Momo wasn’t just our first model or Chief Pug Officer, she was the inspiration behind Play Pet Brands. Her playful personality and love of comfort inspired our very first dog bed. What began as a mission to make an exceptional dog bed grew into a passion for designing high-quality, innovative products that bring comfort, enrichment,…