A little more understanding.

Food, health and the everyday moments that bring us closer. Practical knowledge for life with cats and dogs, from the PARTNER Editorial Team.

The PARTNER Journal

Introduce a Cat Harness Indoors Before You Try a Walk

Help a cat get comfortable in a harness indoors, recognize when to pause, and plan a quiet first outing only if the cat is ready.

Introduce a Cat Harness Indoors Before You Try a Walk

Help a cat get comfortable in a harness indoors, recognize when to pause, and plan a quiet first outing only if the cat is ready.

What the Ingredient List Can Tell You About Pet Food Colors

Learn how US animal-food labels declare color additives, what a color claim does not establish, and what to ask when you need the exact ingredient.

What the Ingredient List Can Tell You About Pet Food Colors

Learn how US animal-food labels declare color additives, what a color claim does not establish, and what to ask when you need the exact ingredient.

Trying a Slow Feeder for a Dog Who Gulps Meals

Use a familiar measured meal to see whether a slow feeder helps your dog take smaller mouthfuls without frustration, slipping or chewing the bowl.

Trying a Slow Feeder for a Dog Who Gulps Meals

Use a familiar measured meal to see whether a slow feeder helps your dog take smaller mouthfuls without frustration, slipping or chewing the bowl.

Frozen Pet Food Arrived Thawed. What Should You Check?

For thawed frozen pet food, check the inner package, storage label and cold-chain history before serving. Refreezing does not resolve an unknown warm period.

Frozen Pet Food Arrived Thawed. What Should You Check?

For thawed frozen pet food, check the inner package, storage label and cold-chain history before serving. Refreezing does not resolve an unknown warm period.

Why Your Cat Licks the Gravy and Leaves the Chunks

When a cat licks gravy and leaves wet food chunks, check the change in total intake before trying a smoother complete food.

Why Your Cat Licks the Gravy and Leaves the Chunks

When a cat licks gravy and leaves wet food chunks, check the change in total intake before trying a smoother complete food.

How to Read the New Pet Nutrition Facts Box

Comparing two US pet food packages with different designs? Locate the new Pet Nutrition Facts box, serving unit, intended use and handling guidance.

How to Read the New Pet Nutrition Facts Box

Comparing two US pet food packages with different designs? Locate the new Pet Nutrition Facts box, serving unit, intended use and handling guidance.