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How to Get Cat Pee Out of Furniture and Carpet

If your cat has an accident, we hope these tips help relieve the smell as well as some of your stress.
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Cat lying on a couch next to a man looking at his mobile phone

How to Get Your Cat to Use the Litter Box

How do you get your cat to use the litter box? Here are tips to set your cat up for success and avoid litter box problems.
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Cat using a litter box, stepping out of the box onto a mat

How to Teach a Dog to Trade

Teaching a dog to trade a low-value item for a high-value item can help with resource guarding. Here are steps to teach your dog to drop and trade items.
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Person teaching a dog to trade with a bone and some treats

4 Best No-Pull Dog Harnesses to Stop Pulling on Leash

Learn the pros and cons of these different types of no-pull dog harnesses: front-clip, around-the-torso, and combo, and head halter.
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White dog wearing a no-pull dog harness and leash

Dog-Proof Fence Ideas and Options

How do you dog-proof a fence? Dog-proof fence ideas include Coyote Rollers, wire-mesh, and top-angled fencing extensions.
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gray-and-white dog contained within a dog-proof fence

Dog Marking and Peeing in the House: Causes and How to Stop It

Dog marking and peeing in the house is a territorial behavior. Here are some potential causes and how to stop it.
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Dog with tongue sticking out who received training to correct his urine marking in the house behavior

Dog Counter Surfing: Prevention and Deterrents

Does your dog jump up on the counter when you aren't looking to steal food? Here are effective deterrents for dog counter surfing.
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dog counter surfing with their front paws up on the counter

How to Stop Destructive Dog Chewing

Chewing is a natural and healthy dog instinct. However, our canine pals don’t always chew on appropriate things. Here’s how to stop destructive dog chewing.
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Two puppies chewing on shoe laces, an example of destructive dog chewing

Cat Not Using Litter Box: Causes and Solutions

Cat not using the litter box? Learn reasons why a cat stopped using the litter box, including behavioral and medical causes, and how to solve them.
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White-and-black cat is sitting with his person. As a kitten, this cat wasn't using the litter box, but the problem has since been fixed.

Bringing a New Dog Home: What to Know

Bringing a new dog home requires some forethought and preparation to make the transition smooth from day one. Here are some tips.
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How to Introduce Dogs to Each Other

Introducing dogs to each other can be stressful, but it need not be. Here are tips for how to introduce dogs successfully.
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Two brindle dogs who have been successfully introduced to each other are standing side by side outdoors in snow.

Why Does My Cat Meow So Much?

Why does my cat meow so much? Here's what it could mean if your cat is meowing a lot — and how to manage excessive vocalization.
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Gray kitten meowing loudly

How to Stop Dog Submissive Urination and Excited Peeing

Learn how to stop dog submissive urination or excited peeing, and check out tips on cleaning up pee with an enzymatic cleaner.
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headshot of a light brown senior dog smiling

How to Stop Dog Barking That's Problematic

Find out how to stop dog barking that has become problematic or excessive.
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Small dog barking

Shelter Dog Won't Go Back in Run

Shelter dog won't go back in run? After being out, the dog puts on his brakes. You try to pull him, and he starts to growl. What to do?
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This shepherd mix is more interested in playing with his ball than going back in his crate.

Dog Head Halters

A dog head halter is used to give you more control when you’re walking your dog. Learn about proper fit and how your dog might react to wearing it.
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Rescue dog not wearing a head halter

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