Family pets

How to Introduce a New Pet to the Family

How to Introduce a New Pet to the Family

A pet can be a wonderful addition to the family, but you need to take the proper steps to ensure a smooth transition for everyone.

Jenn Cox

I had to rehome my dog because he hated my kids

I had to rehome my dog because he hated my kids

Elizabeth Broadbent

We got a pandemic puppy—and it was the best decision ever

We got a pandemic puppy—and it was the best decision ever

Loving on a new puppy while we're hunkering down at home has been a source of pure joy, and a welcome distraction from the news outside our door.

Jessica Leeder

6 Ways to Make Sure Your Dog Gets Along With Your Kids

6 Ways to Make Sure Your Dog Gets Along With Your Kids

Some dogs integrate into a family with kids seamlessly. Others not so much. If you’re wondering, “How can I make sure my dog likes my kids?” try these six strategies.

Andrea V. Breen

16 adorable gifts for the furry friends in your life

16 adorable gifts for the furry friends in your life

Simone Olivero

I love my newborn—but I miss my dog

I love my newborn—but I miss my dog

One of the hardest parts about having kids was losing quality time with my spry and sensitive Jack Russell Terrier, Brooklyn.

Claire Sibonney

What a rodent taught me about love—yes, love

What a rodent taught me about love—yes, love

I have a strong aversion to rodents. But my daughter wanted a pet hamster, and so Dolly joined our family.

Nicole C. Kear

5 things to consider before getting a family dog

Getting a family dog

5 things to consider before getting a family dog

Codi Lynn of Creative Wife and Joyful Worker wants families to know that getting a family dog isn't exactly as easy as it looks in the movies.

Codi Lynn Warmerdam, Creative Wife and Joyful Worker

3 questions to ask yourself before getting a family dog

Getting a family dog

3 questions to ask yourself before getting a family dog

Renee Leblanc can't imagine life without their family dog, Daisy, but before committing to being a dog owner, she had to weigh the pros and cons.

Renee LeBlanc

3 things I wish I knew before getting a family dog

Getting a family dog

3 things I wish I knew before getting a family dog

Jamie Scrimgeour wouldn't trade her golden retriever for anything now; but there are definitely things she wishes she'd known before getting a family dog.

Jamie Scrimgeour

10 best dogs for kids

10 best dogs for kids

Thinking about adding a dog to your family? These dogs breeds are great with kids, easy to train and very loving. Oh, and super cute!

Today's Parent

This pitbull saved a baby from a burning house

This pitbull saved a baby from a burning house

As if we needed another reason to love the family dog, this pitbull saved a baby and her mother when their house caught fire.

Kevin John Siazon

You'll never guess what makes this boy and his new cat the purrfect pair

You'll never guess what makes this boy and his new cat the purrfect pair

What links these two together will make your day

Kevin John Siazon

This is for those people who think having a dog is the same as having a kid

This is for those people who think having a dog is the same as having a kid

A lot of people feel like they know exactly what it's like to have kids because they have a dog or a cat. SNORT.

Krizia Ramos

Did your mongrel’s moniker make the list of 2017’s top dog names?

Did your mongrel’s moniker make the list of 2017’s top dog names?

The definitive list of the top names for dogs is out. Strangely, it’s not that different from the top baby names for humans.

Courtney Shea

Can my pet make my baby sick?

Can my pet make my baby sick?

Pets can reduce the risk of allergies and asthma for babies, but can they also pass on diseases? Here are the facts you need to know.

Dr. Dina Kulik

How to keep toddlers and dogs safe around each other

How to keep toddlers and dogs safe around each other

Most parents worry about how their dog will react to a new baby. But it's usually not until your child becomes a toddler that problems arise.

Today's Parent

I was a crazy cat lady—until I had a baby

I was a crazy cat lady—until I had a baby

From my bed to my bowl of ice cream, I used to share everything with my darling cat. But then my son arrived.

Natalie Stechyson

5 best pets for kids (and 3 to avoid!)

5 best pets for kids (and 3 to avoid!)

What are the best pets for kids? Here’s a look at animals that are reasonably low-maintenance (and three to steer clear of).

Farhana Uddin

Another reason to get that cute puppy: Pets make for healthier babies

Another reason to get that cute puppy: Pets make for healthier babies

A new study shows that having a pet can increase babies' beneficial gut microbes, reducing the risk of allergies and obesity.

Raina Delisle