Your Dog or Cat Might Be Your Most Expensive Roommate Yet
If you feel like your dog’s treat budget rivals your grocery bill or your cat’s vet visits cost more than your last vacation, you are not imagining it. Rover has released its 2025 True Cost of Pet Parenthood Report, and the numbers confirm what many pet parents already feel in their wallets. The cost of loving a furry family member is rising, and fast.
Ozempic for Cats? A New Weight Loss Implant Could Help Chonky Kitties Slim Down
If your cat has gone from pleasantly plump to full on chonk, you are not alone. Experts estimate that more than half of pet cats worldwide are overweight or obese. Now, a new weight loss drug similar to Ozempic is being tested for cats, and it could change how veterinarians help pets reach a healthier weight. A pet pharmaceutical company called OKAVA Pharmaceuticals recently announced that it has begun early clinical trials of a new drug called OKV 119. The goal is simple but ambitious. Help overweight cats lose weight safely and sustainably, without daily pills or drastic feeding battles.
16 Million Tails Wagging: How Hill’s Is Making Pet Adoption Easier Than Ever
If you have ever adopted a pet or thought about it, this is one milestone worth celebrating. Hill’s Pet Nutrition has officially helped support 16 million pet adoptions through its Food, Shelter & Love program. That is 16 million dogs and cats who made the journey from shelter life to couch cuddles since the program launched in 2002.
You Got a Puppy. Now What?
Bringing home a new puppy is equal parts magic and chaos. One minute you are crying over how cute their tiny paws are. The next minute you are Googling “is it normal for puppies to bite everything” at 2 a.m. If you are feeling overwhelmed, you are not alone. Here is a realistic, millennial friendly guide to what to do when you get a new puppy, without the guilt, judgment, or impossible standards.
Pet Loss Is Real Loss. This New Online Hub Is Changing the Conversation
Pets are family. Anyone who has ever shared their bed, their couch, or their snacks with a dog or cat knows that losing them can feel just as painful as losing a person. Yet for many pet parents, that grief is often minimized or misunderstood. A new free online resource from the University of Guelph’s Ontario Veterinary College is working to change that and it is long overdue.
Rabid Dog Identified in Chicago: What Pet Owners Need to Know
Illinois public health officials have confirmed a case of rabies in a dog in Chicago. This is the first rabid dog identified in Illinois in more than 30 years, making it a rare but important reminder about rabies prevention and safety.
Your Pet Thinks the Holidays Are a Buffet. The Vet Bills Say Otherwise.
The holidays are magical. Cozy meals, gift wrapping marathons, kids on the floor with toys, and snacks everywhere you look. For pets, it is basically the Super Bowl of temptation. For pet parents, it can quickly become an emergency trip to the vet.
How to Include Your Pets on Christmas Day
Christmas morning hits different when you have a pet. The tree is sparkling, wrapping paper is everywhere and your dog or cat is absolutely convinced this entire situation was arranged for their enjoyment. Good news. They are not wrong. With a little planning, you can include your pet in the festivities in ways that are fun, safe and genuinely meaningful. This is how to make Christmas Day magical for the whole family, paws included.
Survive the Holidays Without Losing Your Mind or Your Pet: The Ultimate Guide to Traveling with Furry Friends
The holiday season is full of excitement, but if you are a pet parent, traveling can quickly turn into a logistical nightmare. Whether you are heading home to visit family or jetting off for a winter getaway, planning ahead is key to making the trip smooth for both you and your pet.
Why We’re All Obsessed With Cats: Inside the Latest Episode of Pet Candy’s Cat Café
Why are we so obsessed with cats? On this episode of Pet Candy’s Cat Cafe, we count the many, many reasons why!
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If you've been paying attention, you've probably noticed something happening: cats are officially taking over. Not just your couch, your keyboard, or that warm spot on your bed—but the entire pet world. In 2025, feline ownership has surged, multi-cat households are the new normal, and cats have once again conquered the internet with viral trends that make us laugh, cry, and wonder why we ever doubted their supremacy.
Your Cat Is Judging Store Bought Treats. Try These Homemade Wins Instead
If you have ever read the ingredient list on commercial cat treats and thought, “What even is this?”, you are not alone. More cat parents are turning to homemade treats as a way to control ingredients, support feline health, and add a little joy to their cat’s daily routine. The good news is that making treats for cats is easier than it sounds, as long as you respect one very important rule. Cats are obligate carnivores.
The Flour is Flying: Can Vet Tech & Baker Michelle Badeaux Take the Crown?
Join Cat Daddy hosts Clay & Caitlin Palmer for a new episode featuring Michelle Badeaux, vet tech by day and baker by night. She’s cleaned the teeth of tigers, but can she conquer the ultimate cat trivia challenge? Tune in for laughs, tricky feline facts, and surprising twists as Michelle tests her cat smarts. Don’t miss this entertaining mix of trivia, humor, and feline fun!
You Don’t Have to Adopt to Make a Difference: How to Help Shelter Pets at Christmas
For many of us, Christmas is about warmth, comfort, and family. But for thousands of animals in shelters, the holidays can be one of the hardest times of the year. Shelters are often overcrowded, resources are stretched thin, and the noise and stress of the season can be overwhelming for pets waiting for homes.
Your Pet’s New Year Glow Up: The Health Goals Every Pet Parent Needs in 2026
The New Year hits, your planner is open, your energy is high, and suddenly every part of life feels ready for a glow up. Your pet might not be writing resolutions, but they definitely benefit from the same fresh start energy. In fact, the beginning of the year is the perfect moment to reset routines, boost wellness habits, and help your furry best friend feel their absolute best.
Cold Weather, Sore Joints: What Pet Owners Should Know About Winter Arthritis
As temperatures drop, many pets start to move a little slower. The stiff morning stretch takes longer, the couch jump turns into a hesitant pause, and you may notice your dog or cat choosing warm spots more often than usual. Winter can be tough on arthritic pets, and if you have noticed changes like these, you are not imagining things. Just like people, pets with arthritis often feel worse when the weather gets cold.
What Colors Can Dogs See? The Truth About Your Dog’s Color Vision Revealed!
What colors can dogs see? Discover the fascinating truth about your dog’s color vision, how it differs from humans, and what the world looks like through their eyes. Learn how this affects their behavior and daily life.
Don’t Let a Pet Emergency Ruin Your Christmas: Book This Vet Visit Before It’s Too Late
The holidays are all about cozy nights, comfort food, and enjoying time with the people and pets you love. But every December, veterinary clinics fill up faster than a shopping cart on Black Friday. Pets get into trouble, families suddenly remember travel requirements, and everyone hopes for a last minute appointment that may not exist. If you want to avoid that stress, the smartest move you can make is to schedule your pet’s vet visit before the Christmas chaos begins.
Say Goodbye to Scratched Furniture: How to Get Your Cat to Use a Scratching Post Instead!
As a cat parent, there's no denying that you love your feline friend—but there’s one behavior that can be a little, well, annoying: scratching. Whether it's your favorite couch, the leg of your dining table, or your brand-new rug, your cat's claws seem to have a mind of their own when it comes to where they want to scratch. But before you pull your hair out (or worse, toss out your furniture), let’s talk about how you can redirect this natural behavior to a more suitable target—the scratching post.
New clues to why some animals live longer
A collaborative study by scientists at the University of California, Riverside, and University of Southern California reports on how a process known as alternative splicing, often described as “editing” the genetic recipe, may help explain why some mammals live far longer than others.