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Did your pet’s ears just perk up? Get expert recs on everything from dog training bites to catnip chew sticks, plus human foods for healthy snacks.

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human stroking a dog while it eats

Learn how to feed your dog just right – no more, no less

a man sits at a table set for Christmas with a cat on his lap

From classic turkey to all the trimmings – can cats join in on the Christmas feast?

A woman eating peanut butter toast with her cat laying on the table

The sweet and salty treat is OK – in moderation

a close up picture of a beagle chewing a chew

Scientists from the Waltham Petcare Institute explain how one simple buy could help your nervous pup feel more comfortable by themselves

Man and woman eating pancakes with blackberries while dog begs.

Blackberries can be a healthy, tasty treat for your dog – without the worry

group of three people and a dog gather round food on a picnic blanket on grass

There is nothing more humbling than apologising to a stranger in the park while your dog nibbles on their sausage roll

Side view portrait of black young woman playing with cute Shih Tzu dog and doing dog training.

Here’s your guide to how treats can help as your new pup is learning all the things

a woman feeds her large cat a treat

It can be hard to resist their powers of persuasion...

Young couple feeding their dog with healthy green food from the farmers market at home

Eight in-season and vet-recommended fruits and veggies that make for healthy, sustainable snacks for your pet

Cat eating from a plate of raspberries and blueberries

Go ahead and serve up the superfood – with a couple of caveats

Dog lying on grass with a child standing next to them holding an easter basket filled with eggs.

Want to include your four-legged family member in the seasonal fun? Of course you do

German Shepherd with Bunny ears and Easter products around

How to include your pup in the Easter celebrations (no chocolate allowed)

Daschund dog sat on a chair looking up at owner eating hot cross buns

Sometimes ‘sharing is caring’ isn’t the best advice

white dog looking up at a table with a plate filled with food on it

What are the potential health implications for both humans and hounds?

Cat sniffing a piece of chocolate cake.

The human favourite should be kept far away from kitties

The cat got the cream – but is it good for them?

Healing stone on Cavalier spaniel dog.

Your pet can benefit from your self-care practices, from supplements to acupuncture

A woman cutting a slice of bread from a loaf in a cutting board in front of her Dachshund dog

The short answer: yes – in moderation. It’s better to go easy on this carb-heavy treat

A cat staring at a peeled banana

Gwen Stefani taught us how to spell it, but can we feed it to our cats?

A cat eating a plate of fish on a dining room table.

All those cartoons of cats staring longingly at fish bowls might not be so far off. A new study suggests seafood could help sustainably meet the world’s protein needs

A kitten sniffing a ripe half of an avocado in a bowl

Just don’t get out the guacamole bowl

Puppy eating a bowl of blueberries

From kale to quinoa, these nutrient-packed picks deserve a spot in your dog’s food bowl

A puppy chewing on a bone

Dr Shea Cox warns pet parents about the unexpected dangers of dog bones

Cat asking for human food from counter

Good news for your begging cat: some of your favourite snacks are safe to share

View over the shoulder of a women eating peanut butter and bananas and feeding some of the peanut butter to her dog on a spoon

Elvis famously loved peanut butter. So, can your “Hound dog” lap it up, too?

View over the shoulder of a women eating peanut butter and bananas and feeding some of the peanut butter to her dog on a spoon

Peanut butter is widely considered one of dogs’ favourite snacks (and a great bribery tool) – but how much is too much?

A dog staring at a bowl of strawberries on a table

In moderation, strawberries are a tasty, healthy treat for your pup

A man holding out a dog biscuit to a Dalmatian on a kitchen floor.

Learn how to make your own basic dog biscuits packed with nutritious seeds

Woman holding her black and white cat.

Here are all the new cat essentials you need, recommended by real pet parents

Young blonde woman with a Jack Russell puppy during spring in the city.

A behaviourist reveals the most mouth-watering treats for training your pup

A dog with a toy fish in its mouth

Give your pup their daily dose of omega-3 fatty acids and other crucial nutrients with this fresh, easy-to-make recipe

a dog getting ready to eat peanut butter from a spoon

It's easier than you might think

A person giving a banana to a dog.

Indulge your dog (safely) with these delicious and healthy snacks

A woman preparing avocado toast, while the dog is waiting for food.

Hold the avo toast, please

Bone broth soup

It isn’t just a healthy snack for the likes of Gwyneth Paltrow and Kylie Jenner. And we’ve got a recipe to try

dog biting bubbles

You may think they smell disgusting, but your dog will love them

Beagle dog asks for cucumber in the kitchen.

That cucumber crunch is irresistible. Learn if your dog can get in on that action

A gray Sphynx cat sniffing an apple slice held out by her owner while standing on a table next to a glass of wine

Yes, but the fruit might not hold much a-peel

Grey cat eats a strawberry

Soon, they’ll be demanding you make this strawberry ice cream recipe on repeat

Wooden table of autumn fruits and grapes, with a woman and a cute dog seated at it.

The answer is no, no, no and here’s why

White kitten with tongue out next to slices of watermelon

Yes, the summertime staple is on the list of safe foods for cats

Man crouching down to let two dogs eat out of a bowl

The key to curbing mindless snacking – according to a veterinarian

Couple eating pancakes with honey and golden retriever looking at them.

They shouldn’t exactly have their paw in the honey jar constantly, but the sweet stuff can be beneficial in some cases

A white and brown Jack Russel Terrier dog standing on a white wooden chair behind two stacked pumpkins on the chair with him

Jack-o’-lantern not required.

Christian Siriano with a small yellow dog

The designer created new “houndstoothless” trenchcoats for a good cause.

Houndstone Treats

Plus, when you support this company, you also support The Houndstone Foundation and their mission to find homes for abandoned dogs.

Kaley Cuoco and her dog Norman, announcing her new company Oh Norman.

We have to wait until this fall for the full reveal, but expect Oh Norman! to offer accessories, treats, and even cleaning products.

Small gray tabby kitten playing with a toy

Let the purring, drooling, and chasing invisible butterflies commence.

Dog in the grass outside chewing on a bully stick

Two experts — a veterinary dentist and internist — rate the most popular dog bones.

A black dog laying on the floor next to a container of "Native pet calming chews."

The brand’s transparently priced products soothed my dogs’ anxious habits.

A cat rolling around in catnip on the floor.

Duuuude...where are the mosquitos?

A person's hand holding up a Barkuterie Charcuterie Board with banana chips and other dog treats

Spoil your pup with an artfully arranged charcuterie board of jerky strips, baked biscuits, and pet-safe crudités. What more could a four-legged foodie want?

Frozen dog treats in the shape of bones and paws.

Made with yogurt, peanut butter, honey, and banana, they're sure to make your dog drool.

A dog laying on a bed eating a piece of bread.

Too much sourdough starter? No problem! Expand your baking routine to include treats for the pups.

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