Pets

It's a lot easier to own a Toyger than a tiger.

You could purchase a few dozen tiger cubs for the price of a single Ashera cat. (Please do not do that.)

Your own dogs are obviously welcome to join, too.

It’s probably time for a ‘Lady and the Tramp’ rewatch, anyway—you might as well try to make some cash while doing it.

Even if you've never owned one, you've surely seen Golden Hamsters available for sale in pet stores, or scurrying around in a glass tank in a grade school classroom. But how did they get there?

When dropping hints about gifts to your Valentine, mention these pet-safe flowers to consider and toxic species to avoid.

Dogs wag their tails to show you how happy they are that you’re finally home from work. But the furry appendages serve other purposes, too.

Cats on catnip can be quite fun to watch. Can dogs get in on the action? Yes, but it probably won’t be as entertaining.

Why do cats *really* purr? What’s the truth about black cat adoption rates? Find out the answers to those and other cat-related queries.

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If you want to make a four-legged friend, visit one of the cities with the most dogs per 100 people.

Owning a German shepherd, Doberman pinscher, or pit bull can no longer threaten your home insurance coverage in New York, thanks to a new law passed in the state.

Cats never look more majestic than when they're sunbathing, but there's a practical reason for this behavior.

Dogs have a tendency to preface their bowel movements with a bit of rotating before getting down to business. Is there evolution behind their revolution?

Even if your dog begs for a taste of your coffee in the morning, letting them try it in any form is a bad idea.

Without Ed Lowe, we might not be so friendly with cats.

With kitty litter, Ed Lowe changed how cats and humans bonded. But not everyone understood the idea: One woman tried feeding it to her cat.

What do chipmunks eat? Baby birds, occasionally. Do chipmunks hibernate? Yes, but not like bears do.

Science is finally understanding the full extent of cat psychopathy.

Science supports what we've long suspected: Cats can exhibit psychopathic tendencies. This online test can measure just how dangerous they really are.

Dogs aren't really into the whole social media thing.

The 'Bark at Your Dog Challenge' may be garnering millions of views, but animal experts say that chuffing at your pet is also an excellent way to get bitten.

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We spoke to dog groomers about the most challenging breeds to groom, their tricks for handling difficult customers, and other hairy aspects of the job.

More people are naming their cats ‘Loki’ than their dogs. Also, ‘Brady’ is less popular in Boston than it used to be.

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Even the best-trained cat or dog is likely to run away if you try feeding them a pill without a game plan.

If you go for a walk in any one the 20 worst U.S. cities for dog poop, just remember to look down every 5 to 10 seconds.

PetSmart released a Harry Potter-themed collection of dog collars, toys, and clothes to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the franchise's film series.