Latest articles by Alyssa Mercante
Best dog shampoo: Keep coats clean and smelling fresh
Buying guide The best dog shampoo will leave your furkid feeling fresh and smelling sweet
How to find a lost cat
Advice Here's how to find a lost cat, from social media posts to searching your property
What to do if you find a lost dog
Advice Here's what to do if you find a lost dog, from how to capture it to reuniting it with its owners
Muddy Paws Rescue pairs shelter dogs with NYC-based fosters
News It's Dog Rescue week, and to celebrate we're highlighting rescues like New York City-based Muddy Paws Rescue
Rescue Dog Week: How to adopt a dog
Advice Celebrate Rescue Dog Week with a guide on how to adopt a dog in the US
Boost your serotonin levels with these adorable pet videos on TikTok
News Keep your serotonin high and banish bad moods with some cute animal videos set to a Bee Gees remix
This chihuahua's Halloween costume is both cute and spooky
News Chucky the Chihuahua may win this year's Halloween costume contest
Modkat Flip Litter Box review
Review The Modkat Flip Litter Box is chic, reasonably priced, and cuts down on litter mess
Staffys are not more aggressive than other breeds, Royal Veterinary College finds
News Staffy owners across the globe already knew that
Dog doctors: The clever canines that can help detect disease
Feature Man's best friend doesn't just make a great pet, they make great dog doctors, too
Meet Nathan and Winnie, the beach cats from Australia who love to swim
News You read that right: the two adopted cats love swimming and other adventures
Has your cat or dog watched Pet TV? It’s a household hit for pets during the pandemic
News Pet TV channels provide owners with a novel way to keep their furry friends occupied during lockdown
Watch this cat communicate with his owner through a soundboard
News Steve the cat has a lot to say, and this soundboard helps him say it
Boris, Big Mac and Zoom - check out this list of crazy, lockdown-inspired dog names
News Dog owners are giving their dogs quirkier names than ever due to lockdown restrictions
Follow this Chiweenie's amazing weight loss transformation on Insta
News Faith the Chiweenie was morbidly obese until she was brought in by her foster mom
Dogs are sniffing for coronavirus in Finland's airports
News Finland is launching a new program where dogs sniff for COVID-19 infected travelers on September 23
Nearly 40 animals were saved after surviving COVID-19 and two hurricanes, now they need homes
News 38 cats and dogs have been brought to Massachusetts from St. Thomas in the hopes they'll get adopted
A sneaky cat got caught stealing his neighbors' laundry in Louisiana
News "My cat is stealing your laundry," wrote Heather Bardi to her neighbors on Facebook
Top 10 Cats on TV
Feature From Sabrina's Salem to Game of Throne's Sir Pounce, here are the top 10 cats on TV
The most peculiar pet pairings that will have you believing friendship is magic
Feature From dog and rat brothers to a lion, tiger and bear hanging out, these peculiar pet pairings will make your day
Vet goes viral for his Tik-Tok on what not to buy at the pet store
News Turns out there's a lot of things you shouldn't buy at your local pet store for your dog or cat
Bodega cats have their own Twitter account and it is glorious
News Check out the Twitter account dedicated to the feline friends you find in your local corner store
The Puppuccino is a Starbucks secret menu item for your dog to enjoy – and these dogs love 'em
News The Puppuccino is a great snack, but not something you should give your dog regularly
