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 ...

And his name is Kevin. Which is excellent. 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 ...

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 ...

Kristi Valentini writes health and lifestyle articles for pets and people, often with her pup Penny by her side. A huge animal lover, she’s been known to bring home lost kittens, foster puppies and ...

You're snuggled on the couch, relaxing and streaming your favorite show, and who's curled up right next to you with their head on your lap? None other than your favorite canine companion. But have you ...

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 ...

Gentle and unassuming at home but a machine in the hunting field, the Bracco Italiano is the perfect mix of companion pup and work partner. Bracchi Italiani (the proper plural of Bracco Italiano) have ...

Sometimes it's easy to look into the soulful eyes of our BFF (that's best furry friend) and think, "Dogs! They're just like us!" They scamper about when excited, snarf down their favorite treats, and ...

Those stereotypes that cats are aloof? Most of them aren't true. Nevertheless, with more discerning felines, it may take a little work to establish real intimacy. After all, each kitty has a distinct ...

Our pets are family, and the health care they receive matters. But as with human medicine, it can be confusing to navigate the different titles and credentials in veterinary medicine. Each designation ...

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 ...

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 ...