Pennsylvania SPCA animal advocate Carol Erickson said there are three key words you need to consider before adding a pet to your family: adopt, think and sense. Erickson explains why you need to think ...

Tax season can be stressful, and many pet owners wonder if their furry companions qualify for tax deductions. While the IRS doesn't allow pets to be claimed as dependents, there are specific cases ...

I was at a friend's house the other day, refilling her dog's water bowl in the sink when she suddenly whipped around and blurted, "What are you doing?!" Hearing her tone, you'd think I was caught ...

Please hear me out, because I know that the term “starter pet” can bring up unpleasant thoughts and judgments.I’m genuinely ...

I cover lifestyle content, including pets, home and kitchen and more. Welcome to Pet Peeves, a monthly series that aims to provide pet care solutions and expert advice for challenging scenarios that ...

Humans have been trying to talk to animals ever since we figured out how to form words. In modern times, we turn to technology for the solution—giving our dogs talking buttons to paw at, or trying to ...

Tracking limitations are another reason experts caution against them.