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Dec 6, 2024 | 
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Have you ever wanted your dog park to be more of a trendy spot? Maybe it could have a little less mud, more places for you and your fellow dog parents to sit and exchange all the local canine goss, and safe water that won’t land your pup in the vet with giardia. Turns out, that place already exists (and exceeds your expectations — trust us). It’s called DOG PPL. Photographer/filmmaker Liam Underwood and artist Alex Esguerra started DOG PPL in 2021 after meeting at their local dog run.
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Nov 11, 2024 | 
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It’s Veteran’s Day, a time to honor those who have served in the United States Armed Forces — and humans aren’t the only ones who have risked their lives to do so. Canine veterans have fought alongside human Americans during battles dating back to World War I. But, not unlike other vets, their transition home is not always smooth after retiring. It’s among the plethora of reasons these forgotten heroes deserve our recognition and celebration. They also need our understanding and help.
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Sep 23, 2024 | 
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“I had my fur baby before I had my human babies,” says Alice Sha, founder of Dr. Cuddles, a new line of human-grade, veterinarian-approved pet grooming products. “I was really surprised because there were a lot of pet parents, like me, who were seeking premium solutions beyond basic products, but there wasn’t much available.
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Sep 23, 2024 | 
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Maddie Mastro is accustomed to having dogs around, and more often than not, they’re rescues. After living with up to six rescue dogs for most of her life, you’d think she wouldn’t have any issues adopting a new one of her own. “I probably applied for like 15-plus dogs and I didn’t get approved,” she says. Of course, she is also quite proficient in overcoming odds.
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Sep 23, 2024 | 
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The LA wellness guru (and his Poodle Stanley) vouches for recycled poop bags, bottle-opener collars, cruelty-free shampoo, celeb-approved dog beds, and more. Most of us are trying to be more environmentally friendly. But to many, a lot of advice about how to lead a sustainable life is relatively new and recommends some minor lifestyle adjustments.
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Sep 23, 2024 | 
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Twenty years ago, the idea of a device you wear daily that monitors your health and allows you to send messages instantly with a tap of the wrist would seem like science fiction. Today, Apple Watches and similar smart timepieces are so common that they’re rarely acknowledged by anyone but the wearer. Millions of people casually walk around with these devices every day, sending texts the way their ancestors checked the time — all while having their heart rate monitored.
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Sep 23, 2024 | 
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In 2016, the Metro Transit Authority (MTA) in New York City introduced new regulations banning commuters from being accompanied by their dogs on the subway unless pets were, “enclosed in a container and carried in a manner which would not annoy other passengers.” If you’ve ever enjoyed the unique commotion of New York City’s transit system, you know there are far worse things you can encounter on the train at any given moment than a cute pup, and “annoying” doesn’t even begin to cover it.
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Sep 23, 2024 | 
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Bark Potty Shows the Grass is Greener on the Inside · KinshipSkip to main contentBark Potty’s all-natural pee pad alternative is both long-lasting and eco-friendly. As the pet market continues to move in a more sustainable direction, many companies are becoming eco-conscious and working to ensure their products reflect that. Others are building brands rooted in green mindsets from the get-go. One of which is bringing the boon of reusable diapers to dog care.
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Sep 23, 2024 | 
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Bobby Flay unquestionably knows a thing or two about food culture and prepping quality cuisine. In addition to being a mainstay on the Food Network for over 25 years, he has opened a variety of restaurants with locations spanning New York to Vegas and written 14 cookbooks. But Flay’s much more than a chef, restaurateur, author, and television personality: He’s a cat person.
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Sep 23, 2024 | 
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What people expect when they see a Pit Bull and what they get are two very different things. Thanks to the incredibly harmful stereotypes that have persisted across popular culture and media over several decades, these velvet hippos often get labeled as “scary” or “aggressive,” when nothing could be further from the truth. They’re basically just glorified body pillows, always ready for a big cuddle and angling for nothing more than treats and belly rubs.
