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Q: I just adopted a new puppy! While I’m excited, I know vet bills can add up quickly. My friends told me they have p...

When we buy plant seeds and starters, we almost always take note of the light and soil requirements, but how often do...

According to experts, having a dog or cat can be great for one’s physical and mental health. Everywhere across Americ...

While pets bring joy and companionship to our lives, their furry coats can wreak havoc on our homes and our bodies. F...

Despite being your best furry friends, pets can make messes, damage furniture, and generally wreak havoc on the home....

A dog house is more than just an outdoor shelter to protect your four-legged family member from the elements. It’s al...

Finding the right apartment can be a challenge even if you’re just looking for the perfect place for yourself. When y...

Highlights The typical cost range to install an invisible fence is between $1,000 and $1,650, with the national aver...

If you’re selling your home or planning to sell it soon, you know how important it is to make sure that it looks tidy...

Household dust is unavoidable, but it’s easier to keep on top of banishing these dirty fine particles with an air pur...

In homes with dogs, a reliable dog gate is a valuable tool for control and safety. These simple but practical gates a...

Self-sufficient homeowners have raised chickens for centuries, and ownership of backyard chickens increased from 8 pe...

With its gabled roof, barn-red shingles, and classic arched doorway, Snoopy’s house is arguably the world’s most reco...

Few hobbies are as rewarding as feeding wild birds and watching them become frequent visitors to the backyard. Songbi...

Q: My older dog doesn’t like going for walks anymore, so we just take him out to the front yard to take care of his b...

Like welcoming a new member of the family, adopting a dog can be a big change for households. The right gear will hel...

Keeping an ant farm is a rewarding pastime for children and adults. Formally known as a formicarium, these fascinatin...

There are as many types of chickens as there are reasons to keep chickens in your backyard. For homeowners interested...

Dogs bring endless joy to our lives, but they can also be menaces. Whether it’s because they’re marking furniture, tr...

Whether you’re trying to prevent your pets from scratching that new couch or keep neighborhood cats out of your flowe...

When you have kids, a couch can be transformed into an imaginary pirate ship, a fairy-tale castle, or a safe refuge w...

Installing a traditional fence may help to keep a pup in the yard, but the thought of them circumventing the fence an...

For many pet parents, a dog fence is an absolute necessity. Whether you want to keep your furry friends safe in your ...

Whether traveling for vacation or relocation, safely getting a pet from point A to point B can be a challenge. While ...

Opening your home and your heart to a special pet—be your buddy of the feline or canine persuasion, or an animal more...

Q: I have two male cats who frequently take care of their business outside of their litter box. I am tired of trying ...

American pet owners spent over $103 billion on their animal family members in 2020, and our furry companions have enj...

While a beautiful natural lawn is certainly a wonderful asset to a home, it’s not easy to attain. Lawns require const...

Summer heat can be tough on humans, but it’s harder for our four-legged companions who are forced to wear a fur coat ...

Show us a person with a pet—a freewheeling, fun-loving ferret, an adorable corgi, or a cuddly “chonker” of a cat—and ...

Swimming pool alarms detect and notify nearby adults of unwanted entry into a pool or pool area. A reliable and simpl...

Keep the Whole Family SafeThis is a pretty good time to be a pet—or a human who’s invested in the pet industry. These...

Deer feeders allow hunters as well as those who enjoy photographing or watching deer to attract these beautiful, wild...

When you love the latest paint colors but you’re unsure how they’ll look in your home, test them out in some creative places before overhauling an entire room.

Q: Our family’s cat, Ferris Mewler, is a total snuggle bug, a great mouser, and a beloved family member. Problem is, ...

Heading back to work and swapping sweatpants for business casual is exciting for some, but it may not be easy for our pets. Here are strategies and products that’...

These catio ideas will keep your indoor cat safe and secure while giving them the opportunity to bask in the sun, take in some fresh air, and engage in mentally a...

All cat owners understand the struggle of maintaining a clean and fresh-scented home despite their furry ones sheddin...

Apple's AirTags debuted at the end of April, and people are using them in some creative ways. These tiny devices atta...

Creative dog house ideas let your four-legged friend lounge in style and comfort. These DIY inspirations can spark your imagination for a one-of-a-kind canine esc...

In order to keep chickens, ducks, turkeys, and quail well fed and hydrated, you’ll need a high-quality chicken watere...

Despite your efforts at vacuuming and dusting, it seems that lint, hair, and debris stubbornly cling to furniture, be...

Spray an air freshener and it may mitigate bad house smells momentarily. But, plug-in air fresheners combat unpleasan...

You may have noticed your cat racing around the house at 100 miles an hour, climbing and jumping on the furniture. He...

In addition to having a pet stain remover on hand, a quality carpet cleaner that’s made for homes with pets is a help...

If your cat has made your bed or your favorite chair his favorite place to sleep, it might be time for you to get him...

Having a dog is a great experience filled with a lot of laughs and hours of enjoyment, especially when you incorporat...

A dog's sense of smell is 40 times stronger than a human's. Cats do not smell as well as dogs, but it's still way mor...

Dogs are family. Dog owners don’t want to deprive their dogs of any of the supplies they need, including toys, a dog ...

Before the vacuum cleaner was invented, people often used carpet sweepers. Though technology has rendered them almost...

Having a cat can bring a lot of joy and companionship. And, unlike dogs, most cats take care of their business indoor...

If you have a feral cat who's called your house home or an outdoor cat of your own—you might want to consider an outd...

Does this scenario sound familiar? We needed to keep our two 50-pound dogs away from the cat’s litter box on the base...

Whether you’re taking your cat on a cross-country flight for a vacation or a car trip across town to the vet for flea...

Whether it’s the family feline or a neighborhood stray, few of us take kindly to cats killing songbirds or using our ...

Taking the dog out on a walk is a great way to get your pet out of the dog crate and you up and off the couch. To ens...

Morning meows before your alarm clock goes off and being away from home—two good reasons for owning an automatic cat ...

Though a cat’s companionship is a pleasure many of us enjoy, the odorous task of cleaning its litter box is most cert...

Raising backyard chickens is becoming increasingly popular, and it's easy to see why when you eat your first homegrow...

Animal lovers want the best for their pets, so many believe it’s unkind to put their pooch in a shelter that resemble...

It’s no secret; cats love to scratch. Sofas, baseboards, drapes, and carpets are all fair game. Their not-so-cute ten...

The pandemic has changed our lives in so many ways. And while there may be a lot of grim details to discuss, there’s ...

Fish make terrific pets, and finding the best fish tank helps ensure that they live long, healthy lives. Whether you ...

Drinking water is key to your cats’ health, as it keeps furry friends hydrated and helps prevent problems such as uri...

From funky kitchen odors to rank bathroom smells, our homes can get pretty musty, especially in the fall and winter m...

Our dogs, cats, and other pets are part of the family, but they can make a mess on our floors or furniture. When they...

Eliminating home odors can be tough. Even in a clean home, the activities of day-to-day life can leave your house sme...

Those considering raising backyard chickens probably know that keeping a flock can have benefits beyond fresh eggs on...

Whether you’re finding fleas on your pet, in your yard, or all of the above, you may need a quality flea treatment th...

Shedding, dander, drool, claws, accidents, wear and tear—there are a lot of things a pet can do to your pristine carp...

Dogs bring undeniable joy into many homes. Unfortunately, they also bring a healthy dose of hair, scratches, and droo...

When it comes to using the litter box, some cats are pickier than others. Finding the best litter box can be a challe...

A rat or rodent, like any other pet, is a beloved part of your family that you want to keep safe from household threa...

The first signs your pet has fleas might come in the form of frequent scratching or biting at a part of its body, but...

Leaving a four-pawed pal home alone can be tough, but a pet camera—similar to a nanny cam —can ease the situation. Sy...

Many people who have pets enjoy the companionship but not the cleanup. It can be a challenge to rid your home of pet ...

A portal that allows your pooch safe and easy access to the outside can be a real convenience for pet lovers. A doggy...

If you’re tired of dog hair on your sofa and bed, it might be time to find your pup a spot to snooze dedicated to him...

Keep your house stocked with these cleaning supplies and accessories to keep the pet hair and odors under control.

Today’s cordless vacuums are lightweight, take up less storage space than traditional plug-in vacuums, and can clean ...

The best dog house not only shields your pooch from snow and driving rain, but it also offers him a secure space he c...

While pets are often a source of joy, comfort, and companionship, they can also leave a hair-raising load of fur on e...

As backyard poultry farms gain in popularity, find the coop that works for you, whether you live in the country or in tighter, urban spaces.

Nothing boosts self-sufficiency quite like raising your own chickens. Not only do chicken owners claim that their home-raised eggs taste better than store-bought ...

If you worry about your pet not being able to get outside to potty or exercise while you’re gone, or if you’re just w...

Thanks to its smaller motor, a stick vacuum is thinner and far more lightweight than its upright and canister cousins...

There’s nothing like the greeting of a wagging tail and a wet nose at the end of a long day (or maybe an indifferent tail flick if you own a cat). Pets do so much...

With warm weather comes BBQs and yard work, pool parties and garage sales. Keep this list of items in mind before you head inside at night. You will reduce safety...

Most pet parents make a few changes to their dwelling when they welcome a new four-legged friend, maybe fencing in the yard, installing a dog door, or putting up ...

Q: I only vacuum my floors when I notice them looking dingy. How often should you vacuum?A: Interior designers and hy...

Pets may be great companions, but they're not always kind to their owners' homes, and that's especially true of floor...

As any pet-loving homeowner can attest, playful dogs and fluffy felines liven up the house and enrich our lives. But did you know that many people unwittingly exp...

Generally speaking, aquarium fish make great low-maintenance pets with minimal needs for attention and cleaning—perfe...

Q: I’m considering a complete overhaul of the floors in my home, but I'll need something that stands up over time to ...

Pet parents know that there isn't ever a great place to store bulky bags of dry kibble. Closets are typically already...

Cats and dogs need just as much time outside as people do, but designing a safe space for pets and protecting your la...

Cat owners love to spoil their pets, and why wouldn’t they? These cuddly companions with big personalities won’t make...

Does it only take strangers a quick glance to know there's a Fluffy or Fido in your life? Indeed, the loose strands o...

Scientific studies certainly support the nutritional benefits of the incredible egg, but what they don't detail is wh...

The great outdoors is great for everyone, particularly your four-pawed pals. “The home can get boring for pets," says...

Remember back when successfully programming the VCR felt like a minor triumph? Now imagine how James Larssen of Make ...

Pets and children put homes to the test. Which types of floors are up to the challenge?

Is there a Rufus or Rover in your clan? Even if your pet is allowed on all the soft spots enjoyed by the two-legged m...

If you’re in the market for fresh, locally raised eggs, you can’t get more local than your own backyard. Here are a f...

Looking to find gifts for pets, or planning to give pets as gifts? Look no further.

If you're a pet lover, odds are that you care enough to add the few touches necessary to make your home your pet's ca...

Whether you are a cat or dog lover, you want your pet to feel special. Here are ten ways to pamper your four-legged companion to excess.

Today’s pet doors are a far cry from the heat-stealing, wildlife-welcoming, burglary risks of yesteryear. If your yar...

Man’s best friend gets the royal treatment at Barkitecture Houston. Being in the doghouse isn’t such a bad thing whe...

A new puppy is presented as a special house warming gift to homeowner Michelle Hayes and her daughters.