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

Before Therapy Visits, Check the Program’s Raw-Food Rules

Therapy-animal programs can restrict raw food because of the people visited. Get a decision from the program about the exact food, treats and household circumstances.

Before Therapy Visits, Check the Program’s Raw-Food Rules

Therapy-animal programs can restrict raw food because of the people visited. Get a decision from the program about the exact food, treats and household circumstances.

After a Pet Dies, Keep the Other Pet’s Routine Gentle and Clear

Some pets search, eat differently or seek a different amount of contact after a companion dies. Preserve familiar care and have appetite loss or illness checked.

After a Pet Dies, Keep the Other Pet’s Routine Gentle and Clear

Some pets search, eat differently or seek a different amount of contact after a companion dies. Preserve familiar care and have appetite loss or illness checked.

A Clear Mealtime Signal for a Deaf Cat

Replace the sound of the food bag with a simple visible signal. Keep the feeding place predictable, approach in view and make the routine easy for caregivers to repeat.

A Clear Mealtime Signal for a Deaf Cat

Replace the sound of the food bag with a simple visible signal. Keep the feeding place predictable, approach in view and make the routine easy for caregivers to repeat.

A Kitchen Plan for a Dog Who Steals Food

Clear accessible food, secure waste and arrange a comfortable place away from preparation. Practise that alternative before a busy dinner or guests arrive.

A Kitchen Plan for a Dog Who Steals Food

Clear accessible food, secure waste and arrange a comfortable place away from preparation. Practise that alternative before a busy dinner or guests arrive.

Basket Muzzle Training: Let Your Dog Choose the First Step

Choose a basket that permits panting and drinking, then introduce voluntary nose entry before fastening. A muzzle supports a safety plan; it does not replace one.

Basket Muzzle Training: Let Your Dog Choose the First Step

Choose a basket that permits panting and drinking, then introduce voluntary nose entry before fastening. A muzzle supports a safety plan; it does not replace one.

Teaching Your Cat to Accept Toothbrushing, One Small Step at a Time

Start with comfortable lip handling and pet toothpaste, then introduce a brush gradually. Mouth pain and strong resistance call for help, not firmer restraint.

Teaching Your Cat to Accept Toothbrushing, One Small Step at a Time

Start with comfortable lip handling and pet toothpaste, then introduce a brush gradually. Mouth pain and strong resistance call for help, not firmer restraint.