Preparing for a Pet Read articles to see if getting a dog or cat is right for you and your family. Is Your Family Ready for a Dog? Questions to Ask Yourself Before Getting a Dog Do You Really Like Dogs? The Benefits of Living with a Cat Typical Cat Behaviors Essential Pet Supplies The Right Pet for You Find tips and information on choosing the right pet for you, your family, and your lifestyle. Purebred vs Mixed Breed What's a Pedigree? Choosing the Right Dog for You Choosing the Right Dog: Age and Gender Purebred vs Domestic Cats Choosing the Right Cat for You Choosing a Kitten Choosing an Adult Cat Buying a Purebred Kitten or Cat Looking for a Pet Find different options for buying a healthy cat or dog. Also, learn how to avoid buying an unhealthy animal. Top 10 Fascinating Pets Finding a Responsible Breeder Pick of the Litter Backyard Breeders Where Not to Buy a Dog Shelters and Pounds Stray Dogs Where to Adopt a Cat Where Not to Buy a Cat Bringing Doggy Home Bringing Your New Cat Home Your Pet's Safety Read tips on keeping both your family and your new pet safe. Dogs at Large Common Dog Laws Basic Canine First Aid Keeping Your Dog Safe Childproof Your Dog and Bite-Proof Your Kids Dogs with Other Pets Kitty-Proofing Your Home Indoor or Outdoor Cat? Treating Dog Bites and Cat Scratches Your Pet's Hygiene and Health Read articles on how to keep your dog and cat healthy and freshly groomed. Brushing the Dog Bathing Your Dog Keeping Your Dog's Feet and Nails Healthy Your Dog's Health Screening Documentation Spaying and Neutering Your Dog Choosing a Veterinarian Keeping Up with Your Cat's Hygiene Your Cat's Claws Feeding Your Cat Keeping Your Cat's Weight Under Control Vaccinating Your Cat Against Infectious Diseases Spaying or Neutering Your Cat Common Feline Diseases Feline Health Problems Cats and Allergies Training Your Pet Training your animal doesn't have to be difficult and time consuming. Find out how to make training easier and more fun. Preparing Your Puppy to Learn Crate Training Your Puppy Potty Training Your Puppy Don't Jump on Grandma! Puppies: Mouthing and Biting Dog Training Tools Dog Obedience School Five Essential Commands for Your Dog Correcting Some Common Dog Problems Managing Your Dog's Aggression Using Positive Reinforcement to Train Your Cat Preventing Unwanted Behaviors in Your Cat More on Dog Training Exercising Your Pet Exercise is very important for growing animals. Read these tips on fun ways to keep your pet active. Exercising Growing Puppies Walking the Dog Dogs and Swimming Dog-Assisted Therapy Travel and Your Pet Find tips on safely taking your pet with you while traveling, or where to board them while out of town. Managing Automobile Safety for Dogs When Rover Can't Go Automobile Safety for Cats Leaving Your Cat at Home or in a Kennel While You're Away Your Aging Pet Read tips on how to care for your aging pet. Changes You Can Expect as Your Dog Ages Activities for Your Older Dog Making Important Decisions About Your Sick or Injured Dog When Your Dog Dies: Rainbow Bridge Dealing with the Loss of Your Dog Looking for a New Dog After a Loss Physical Changes in Your Aging Cat When You Need to Make a Decision About Your Sick or Injured Cat Dealing with the Loss of Your Cat