Spring 2023

Doberman clashes with a colossal critter

Meet Shadow the Doberman, defender of the Shaw family.

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Spring 2023

The experts’ guide to great pet names

Read our expert naming tips and rankings for the most popular pet names.
Spring 2023

Parasite prevention tips

As the weather warms up, many pet parasites pick up – or get picked up by pets.
Spring 2023

Planning pet-safe plantings

Plant, products and maintenance considerations for those who love their pets as well as their gardens.
Spring 2023

Meet our 2023 Wacky Pet Names nominees

Our annual Wacky Pet Names celebration spotlights the most original pet names our members come up with.
Spring 2023

Keep essential oils away from your pets

Essential oils can cause serious illness in pets, especially cats and birds.
Spring 2023

The paw-sitive mental health impact of pets

Recent research supports what pet owners have known forever—our pets can help enhance our mental health.
Spring 2023

Experts on call after hours

vethelpline® is there 24/7 to field questions big and small for pet owners.
Spring 2023

More pets?

Consider carefully before adding more pets to your household and make a plan for safe introductions.
Spring 2023

Laugh It Up, Furball! Contest Winners

Meet the winners from our #LaughItUpFurballContest.
Spring 2023

Shadow and the masked intruder

Shadow and Samantha, two Dobermans, encountered a surprise interloper from the woods behind their home.
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