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Winter 2024

Grayson Haze and the frightful fall

The story of a silver Lab who took a mighty leap—and landed in the ER.
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Research data
Winter 2024

Bigger! Fluffier! Now with felines!

The Pet HealthZone® expansion includes cat breeds, additional dog breeds and more fun for all.
Pet care
Winter 2024

Bringing home a pet dragon

In honor of the Year of the Dragon, meet the little dragons that reptile parents love to love.
Pet safety
Winter 2024

Start the new year off on the right paw

Get a fresh start to 2024 by updating worn out pet supplies, tags and ID and more
Pet care
Winter 2024

Preventing the winter blues for pets

Some steps you can take that will make you and your pet happier during the long cold months.
Pet care
Winter 2024

Scratch-free veterinarian trips for cats

Getting your cat to the veterinarian can be a stress-free experience—really!
Extra treats
Winter 2024

10 Black-owned pet brands to support

Treats, toys, pet fashion and more from our favorite Black-owned pet businesses.
Extra treats
Winter 2024

Why you should consider cruise travel insurance

Cruise travel insurance offers you a safety net by protecting your life, health, belongings and money when the unexpected happens.
Member stories
Winter 2024

Meet Petco CEO Ron Coughlin Jr and his pup, Yogi

We chatted with Ron about pets, the business of caring for them and life with his beloved Lab.
It’s that wacky, wild time again: vote for your favorite wacky pet names!

Help us decide the kookiest canine, funkiest feline and nuttiest exotic pet names of the year. Meet our nominees and vote daily for your favorite pet names April 15-19, 2025.

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