Kitten Care Stages: Newborn to 72 Weeks
Kittens grow, develop and mature at an eye-popping (and, occasionally, ear-splitting) rate. At times, the changes can be seen from...
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12 Toxic Plants for Dogs
Got a green thumb? It’s a great feeling to admire your handiwork, after all that watering, fertilizing and pruning. But...
Easy DIY Halloween Costumes for Pets
Ever imagine the kind of person your pet would be if it was magically transform into a human? Well Halloween...
Understanding Parvovirus in Dogs — Plus Other Dog Viruses
Virus and flu season for your family is annoying, with sick hands and tissues everywhere. Your dog can get viruses...
Help, My Dog Keeps Coughing!
Help, my dog keeps coughing! It’s a common complaint at most vet offices, and chances are you’ve been there before....
Autoimmune Disease in Dogs: Signs, Symptoms and Relief
Autoimmune disease in dogs means that your pup’s immune system has gone haywire — their body no longer recognizes good...
Why Do Cats Wag Their Tails?
It’s a universally acknowledged truth that your dog is happy when his tail is wagging. But what about your cat?...
Staph Infection In Dogs: How To Help Your Dog Cope
You’ve heard about people suffering from staph infections, but did you know that staph infection in dogs could happen too?...
Blood in dog urine: What vets say you need to know and do
Good news: Most of the causes of blood in dog pee are treatable. Here's what veterinary experts advise should this...
Kitty litter box basics for cat owners
Cats don't need to be trained to use a litter box; they instinctively know what to do. We're the ones...
Getting down and dirty: The facts about declawing your cat & what really happens when you do.
Let’s take a look at a cat’s paw. At first glance the paw might appear straightforward, with a bone structure...
6 Ways to Help Ease Your Dog’s Fear of Loud Noises
With summer storms and fireworks displays popping up all over, your dog has every reason to burrow under the dining...
Is your dog panting too much?
What causes excessive panting in dogs, and when should you see a vet about it?
Pet care certifications 101
As an animal lover, you may want to pursue career caring for them. Perhaps you have already built clientele as...
What to look for in your next dog sitter
If you’re a dog owner actively seeking pet care, zeroing in on that special someone to take care of your...
Pet Sitter Checklist: 5 Things You Can Delegate
A pet sitter checklist can include the standards: walking your pet, feeding them and playing with them, cleaning up after...
10 totally paw-some dog birthday party ideas
From a DIY ball pit and a personalized birthday banner to doggone delicious treats, every dog with love these extra-special...
2021 Care.com Reviews Survey Sweepstakes Official Rules
1. ELIGIBILITY NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. The 2021 Care.com Reviews Survey Sweepstakes (the “Sweepstakes”) is only open...
Care.com Care Rewards 2021 Survey Sweepstakes Official Rules
1. ELIGIBILITY NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. The Care.com Care Rewards 2021 Survey Sweepstakes (the “Sweepstakes”) is only open to legal...
Worms in dogs: What are the types, symptoms and treatments
Your dog hasn’t been behaving normally over the past few weeks. You talk to your dog walker or doggy day care about it,...
Common questions about teething at 3 months, answered
Can your baby be teething at 3 months old? While most infants get their first teeth between 4 and 6...
25 reasons dogs are the best pets on Earth
If you’re a dog owner, you probably already know just how awesome dogs are. They fill your life with love,...
How to to take care of a puppy: A new owner’s guide
Adding a puppy to the family can often be like one of those Pinterest fails. Your head is filled with...
Top 10 Halloween Party Snacks
Looking to throw a killer Halloween party this year? Apart from having cool decorations and costumes, you’ll want to make...
Top 10 Must Haves for New Moms
Are you expecting your first child, or do you know someone who is? We’ve curated a fantastic list of items...
10 signs your family is ready for a pet
Pets can be an important part of family life, but knowing the right time to bring an animal into your...
12 common dog cancer symptoms
Christina, a mom from Suffolk County, New York, who preferred her last name not to be used, instantly fell for...
What Can You Give a Dog for Pain?
Whether your dog is suffering from a medical condition or is simply prone to clumsy spills, it’s totally normal for...
7 Things to Know about the Massachusetts Domestic Workers Bill of Rights
On April 1, 2015, the Massachusetts Domestic Workers Bill of Rights took effect. What does this law mean for you?...
Bring Your Dog to Work (and Convince Your Boss It’s a Good Idea!)
Of course you want to bring your dog to work — who doesn’t? No one likes to think of a...
Helping your Four-Legged and Two-Legged Kids Bond
I always say my first child is my 9-year-old Shih Tzu. She was my first stab at raising another living...
Teaching Kids About Dogs
Dogs have long been the storied companions of children. Many of us grew up with dogs and considered them our...
Cat Lover Allergic to Cats? A Survival Guide
Love your cat, hate your sneezing? Tired of having itchy, watery eyes when your kitty curls up next to you?...
Housekeeper Safety: What to do with Fido When She Arrives?
What do you do when you’ve hired the perfect housekeeper but she’s afraid of dogs? Or, perhaps your new cleaner...
10 Reasons Pet Sitters Love Their Jobs
If you’re a pet sitter or want to become one, you know it’s one of the best jobs in the...
Money 101 for Pet Care Providers
Whether you’re just starting out, working part-time, or launching your own full-time pet care business, these smart tips and tricks...
The Pet Sitter Safety Checklist
Do you have a pet care safety plan? Have the families you work for given you emergency contacts? This re-useable,...
10 Lazy Dog Breeds That Make Great Couch Companions
Making the decision to adopt a dog, even a pup from one of the lazy dog breeds, shouldn’t be taken...
10 Rare Dog Breeds From Around the World
Have you heard of the kooikerhondje, lagotto romagnolo or the azawakh? Of the more than 150 breeds of dog, these...
10 Things to Know About Dog Breeders
We’ve all heard horror stories about flaky out-of-state dog breeders, irresponsible practices and puppy mills. But, of course, not all...