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If you're craving Starbucks, they're craving Starbucks. Bring them to Starbucks.

Everything You Need to Know About the Puppuccino, Starbucks’s Secret Menu Item for Dogs

So, what is a Starbucks Puppuccino? Since the treat’s most ardent fans (dogs) can’t tell you, we will.

Want to give yourself a boost of happy? Buy your pooch a new toy!

Want to Make Yourself Happy? Buy Your Dog a Gift (Science Says So)

According to researchers, buying your pet a gift instead of spending money on yourself can increase your own level of happiness.

A Brief History of the Tamagotchi

What if a company created a toy that was so psychologically addictive that when it stopped working, the kid started crying? That's Tamagotchi.

Are Dogs Born Knowing How to Swim?

Your best friend may know how to doggy-paddle, but that doesn't necessarily mean they belong in the water.

George Bailey and his custom wheelchair.

A 70-Pound Sulcata Tortoise With a Rare Disease Can Now Walk Thanks to a Wheelchair

Rescue tortoise George Bailey can now get around with a custom wheelchair that should help bring him out of his shell.

Why Do Cats Like to Slap and Swat at Things?

According to animal behavior science, cats don't just swat at things because they're lovable little jerks.

Why Do Dogs Steal Your Spot on the Couch as Soon as You Get Up?

Dogs that rush to fill the space on the sofa may be doing it because they love you, or because they want to be top dog. Here's how to tell the difference.

Do Firefighters Really Rescue Cats From Trees?

You can call the fire department if you see a cat stuck in a tree, but they might decline your plea for help.

Dogs like ice cream, but it's not a good idea to let them indulge.

Can Dogs Eat Ice Cream?

It can be tempting to give in to a pleading pup who's got eyes on your ice cream cone. But should you hand it over?

Dogs Everywhere Are Munching on Brood X Cicadas—But Are They Safe to Eat?

The long-dormant insects are out in the billions, but dogs that consider them a snack may wind up having to see a vet if they eat too many.

Dogs Can Donate Blood to Save the Lives of Their Fellow Canines, Too

Signing up your dog to donate blood is easy—and it could potentially save the lives of up to four other pets.

That little pouch in the dog's lower left ear is called a Henry's pocket.

Why Do Some Dogs Have a Pocket in Their Ears?

It's called a cutaneous marginal pouch, and while science is a little uncertain of its true purpose, it can double as a B&B for ticks.

When Your Mom Mistakenly Calls You By Your Sibling’s Name, It’s Because She Loves You

It’s not that your parents are bad at remembering names, it’s that they’re storing all your names in the same place.

Dormie was an Airedale Terrier who ran afoul of the law.

Paw and Order: Dormie, the Dog Who Went on Trial for Cat Murder

In 1921, an Airedale Terrier named Dormie captured national attention by becoming the first dog to be put on trial for (cat) murder. And yes, he had a lawyer.

You smiled when you looked at this puppy, didn't you?

You Could Get Paid to Look at Pictures of Puppies

Do cute puppy pictures have therapeutic effects? One dog food company has devised an experiment to find out.

Does Your Cat’s Butthole Touch Everything It Sits On? One Middle-Schooler Devised an Experiment to Find Out

The science experiment was made possible by red lipstick, white paper, and a high tolerance for looking at cat buttholes.

Upgrade Your Whole Home During Wayfair's Annual Way Day Sale

Wayfair is hosting their annual Way Day sale on April 28 and April 29 where items are discounted up to 80 percent off.

The Reason Why Dogs Go Wild After a Bath

Dogs tend to sprint like Olympians after escaping from the tub. What prompts this kind of canine behavior?

Why Cats Like to Chew on Plastic—and How to Stop Them

Cats can often be found munching on plastic items, especially bags. Here's why they do it, and why they shouldn't.

Matt LeBlanc and Lisa Kudrow on the Friends set.

Friends’s "Smelly Cat" Lyrics Were Loosely Inspired by a Real Pet—But It Wasn’t a Cat

Phoebe Buffay's ubiquitous tune "Smelly Cat" may never have happened if not for a malodorous pooch named Gouda.

The Reason Why Dogs Like to Lick Glass

Dogs are fond of taste-testing windows in both cars and homes. Here's what they're really trying to do.

Why Do Dogs Yawn?

A big yawn doesn't necessarily mean your pup is ready for a nap. If your dog yawns excessively, they could be signaling stress.

What a Puppy's Paws Can Tell You About Its Adult Size

If you want to get an idea of how big your tiny puppy might grow to be, their paws could offer a hint.

The 10 Most Popular Dog Breeds in America

Americans loved their dogs more than ever in 2020, and the AKC has released a list of which breeds were most popular.

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