Maddie Topliff is the Editor, Pets of Daily Paws and The Spruce Pets. With a background in both journalism and pet ownership, Maddie expertly curates and manages content that helps pet owners provide ...

Get to know Punxsutawney Phil with these fun facts about America’s favorite groundhog, including his age, family life, ...

These activities bust kitty boredom and strengthen your bond. The bonus? Lots of belly laughs for you. Kristi Valentini writes health and lifestyle articles for pets and people, often with her pup ...

We’ve got all the catio know-how that will help you plan and build a safe outdoor enclosure for your feline friend. Owner/president/receptionist/janitor of Goode ...

After loving 19 cats, 11 dogs, and a canary, Tracey married someone allergic to all those creatures. Thankfully, she receives oodles of animal goodness sharing stories on Daily Paws! When not ...

Tired of finding cat hair all over your house? Well, while there's not a way to prevent your cat from shedding, consistent grooming and dietary changes can help cut down on the time you spend sweeping ...

Devoted and sweet, the friendliest cat breeds love to be at your side. Learn about the 10 friendliest cat breeds—many of which are also the friendliest cat breeds with dogs. Kate Silver is a writer ...

Learn how dogs express fear and what you can do to help your pooch become calmer and more confident—on the leash, in the yard, and at home. Irith has loved animals for as long as she can remember. She ...

Hola! Bonjour! Aloha! Meow! There are many ways to say hello, and cat meowing is one of them. Cats use meows only when they're communicating with humans. They don't meow to other cats. And while their ...

Positive reinforcement is the best way to teach dogs new behaviors or change old habits. Learn what makes this dog training method so great and how to get started. Kristi Valentini writes health and ...

Samantha Thorpe is a lifetime pet-lover (dogs, cats, hamsters, and bunnies). Right now she's getting her steps in by taking her foxhound-beagle, Zippy, on long walks. Zippy is also Samantha's favorite ...

Sarah Mouton Dowdy writes for both pet parents and veterinary professionals and is passionate about meeting the needs of both to the benefit of all involved—especially the pets. With a master's degree ...