Westend61 / Getty Introduce Yourself Before Petting If you've ever been around an unfamiliar cat, you know it can be a game of mixed signals. One moment, she seems like she loves you—and the next, you ...

Signs a Dog May Be Dying Many of these signs are also symptoms of treatable illnesses. If your dog is showing even one troubling change, a veterinary visit is in order to have him examined, especially ...

Dog zoomies are a natural canine phenomenon. It's when dogs, for seemingly no reason at all, suddenly burst into movement—racing around, spinning in circles, bouncing up and down, or parkouring over ...

Just like humans, dogs can suffer from arthritis, but as pet owners, we never want to hear our dog's medicine is making them worse instead of better. Last week, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) ...

American rubber plant (common names: pepper face, baby rubber plant) Blue echeveria, a succulent (common names: maroon chenille, painted lady, copper rose, wax rosette, plush plant, "hen and chicks") ...

If you want to ensure that your kitty's moniker isn't limited to the confines of the girl-boy binary, gender neutral cat names are the way to go. After all, it's well-known that cats love boxes, but ...

When picking out boy dog names, you want to capture his personality and spunk but also give him a creative, unique, or cute name. At the very least, one that won't embarrass you (or him) when you call ...

The smartest dog breeds our world has to offer can do just about anything: track, herd, rescue, hunt, or even work as a service dog. Or they can simply serve as the ultimate companion for all your ...

After the fast, offer your dog a bland diet. Options include cooked white rice, plain canned pumpkin (not pie filling!), boiled skinless chicken breast, cooked pasta, boiled potatoes, and plain cooked ...

Cane corsos are an intelligent and dignified breed with an independent nature. The breed has a deep history of being bred to be a multi-purpose dog that's active, alert, and keeps a watchful eye over ...

Finding the right inspiration can be tricky, but it can come from anywhere. The lead singer in your favorite band might be a great name for an energetic and friendly pup. Or, for a new dog who loves ...

Teemu Tretjakov / EyeEm / Getty The height of a standard poodle is typically between 18–24 inches, although being over 15 inches is what specifically sets the standard poodle apart from miniature and ...