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Cuddle Club Is The Best Thing To Happen To Senior Dogs—And Senior Humans

Older dogs in shelters sometimes get overlooked because of their age status, but the San Francisco-based Muttville has changed the stigma.

Perdita, the ‘World’s Worst Cat,’ Is Looking for Her Forever Home

The Mitchell County Animal Rescue says Perdita the cat is "not for the faint of heart," so they're waiving all adoption fees.

A Monkey Is On the Loose in Galveston, Texas—For the Second Time

Galveston residents should keep an eye out for Lilly, an illegal pet capuchin monkey who escaped on January 20.

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The Reason Dogs Twitch in Their Sleep

Dogs dream during the REM cycle of sleep just like humans do, and the results can be quite adorable.

Keanu Reeves, in happier times with his pup, in John Wick (2014).

Hate to Watch a Movie That Involves a Sad Dog Plot? This Website Can Warn You Ahead of Time

Nothing ruins movie night faster than seeing a fictitious animal harmed. Now you can screen movies and television to make sure the good boy lives.

This Rescue Kitten Looks Like Baby Yoda, and the Internet Has Fallen In Love

A North Carolina rescue kitten that bears a striking resemblance to Baby Yoda has taken the internet by storm.

21 of Theodore Roosevelt’s Most Memorable Pets

When Theodore Roosevelt moved into the White House in 1901, he brought with him his wife, his six children, and one of the widest (and wildest) menageries Washington, D.C. has ever seen.

Good Boy No More: Police Therapy Dog Steals Toys From a Charity Donation Bin

Stealing toys from a charity bin would be enough to put anyone on Santa’s naughty list—unless you’re an extremely lovable golden retriever.

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Pet Store Puppies Are Making Humans Sick, Says CDC

Thirty people have contracted a drug-resistant strain of infectious bacteria, and the CDC says that contact with pet store puppies was likely the source.

The 10 Most Popular Cat Names of 2019

Americans love cats: There are an estimated 94 million of them living in households nationwide. And it turns out that a lot of them are named Luna.

You Can Now Turn Your Cat’s Adorable Face Into a Slightly Terrifying Wearable Mask

Between Tom Hooper’s ‘Cats’ movie and these masks, it’s been a big year for people who kind of wish they were cats.

How to Keep a Cat Out of Your Christmas Tree

If you have a cat at home, you'll need to follow these tips for setting up a cat-friendly Christmas tree for the holidays.

Science Finds a Better Way to Calculate 'Dog Years'

The old method of multiplying your dog's age by seven no longer applies. Here's a more accurate way of assessing your pet's lifespan.

What’s Better Than a Dog in a Sweater? A Sweater That Shows an Image of Your Dog in a Sweater

Will you wear this sweater on your Christmas card, next to your sweater-clad dog? We certainly hope so.

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Fargo Brewing Company's New Beer Cans Feature Adoptable Shelter Dogs

The special beer cans from North Dakota's Fargo Brewing Company feature photographs of rescue dogs that are looking for their forever homes.

California's Wildfires Are Displacing Shelter Pets. Here's How You Can Help Them

More than 40 pets moved from shelters in Sonoma County, California are in need of new homes as wildfires rage across the state.

Cinderblock the Fat Cat Charms the Internet With Lazy Workout Routine

If you've ever lacked the motivation to go to the gym, you'll relate to Cinderblock the fat cat's creative workout strategy.

Ohio Bill Aims to Make Animal Cruelty a Felony

A new bill introduced in the Ohio Senate would make animal cruelty a third-degree felony, punishable by up to 60 months in prison and a $10,000 fine.

Trader Joe's Is Selling an Advent Calendar for Cats

If you don't want your cat to feel left out this holiday season, gift them an Advent calendar filled with 25 festive treats.

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5 Semi-Wild Dogs From Around the World

From America’s Carolina dogs to the tree-climbing dogs of New Guinea, here are the free-ranging dogs you should know about.

Need Help Cleaning Up the Dog Poop in Your Yard? There’s an App for That

Plowz and Mowz, an outdoor services app, has an option for people looking to clean up the dog poop from their yard without getting their hands dirty.

Meet Garlic, China’s First Cloned Kitten

The “copy cat” cost $35,000 and doesn’t look exactly like the original, but he’s still an undeniably adorable animal clone.

Euthanasia Rates in Animal Shelters Are Plummeting—Here's Why

Animal shelters in major American cities have seen a vast increase in adoption rates in the past decade.

PetSmart Is Selling Guinea Pig Costumes for Halloween

This Halloween, PetSmart is making sure guinea pigs aren't left out of playing dress-up with a collection of tiny costumes including a mermaid, unicorn, pineapple, and more.

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