Maddie Topliff is the Editor, Pets of Daily Paws and The Spruce Pets. With a background in both journalism and pet ownership, Maddie expertly curates and manages content that helps pet owners provide ...

Maddie Topliff is the Editor, Pets of Daily Paws and The Spruce Pets. With a background in both journalism and pet ownership, Maddie expertly curates and manages content that helps pet owners provide ...

Yvonne Villasenor is a writer and animal lover who just so happens to be allergic to cats and dogs. (That doesn't stop her from cuddling with them!) When Yvonne's not working, you can find her ...

The research you do now is crucial to ensure the health and well-being of your new four-pawed pal. After loving 19 cats, 11 dogs, and a canary, Tracey married someone allergic to all those creatures.

You're snuggled on the couch, relaxing and streaming your favorite show, and who's curled up right next to you with their head on your lap? None other than your favorite canine companion. But have you ...

We've all been there. It's dark, cold, and windy, and we thought the dog just needed a quick potty break before heading back inside. So what's with all the sniffing? "Instead of checking out the ...

Sometimes it's easy to look into the soulful eyes of our BFF (that's best furry friend) and think, "Dogs! They're just like us!" They scamper about when excited, snarf down their favorite treats, and ...

Those stereotypes that cats are aloof? Most of them aren't true. Nevertheless, with more discerning felines, it may take a little work to establish real intimacy. After all, each kitty has a distinct ...

We can all agree that puppies are adorable and that they're a lot of work. But what many people don't realize is just how much a puppy costs. Because it's not only about the fee you pay to adopt a ...

Sarah is a photographer, designer, and writer based in Washington, DC. When she's not working, she enjoys meeting and petting all of the dogs in her neighborhood. While our foremost founding father ...

Whether you need to give your cat a quick wash or help treat a skin condition, these vet-approved shampoos are purrfect for every kind of cat. Yvonne Villasenor is a writer and animal lover who just ...

Samantha Thorpe is a lifetime pet-lover (dogs, cats, hamsters, and bunnies). Right now she's getting her steps in by taking her foxhound-beagle, Zippy, on long walks. Zippy is also Samantha's favorite ...