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.

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Pet Treat Calories Per Piece, Serving, or Pouch

Use the unit next to the calorie number to log the treats you actually offered. See worked examples for pieces, servings and shared pouches.

Pet Treat Calories Per Piece, Serving, or Pouch

Use the unit next to the calorie number to log the treats you actually offered. See worked examples for pieces, servings and shared pouches.

Test an Automatic Cat Feeder Before You Rely on It

Verify what an automatic cat feeder actually dispenses and whether your cat eats the portion before you depend on the timer while away.

Test an Automatic Cat Feeder Before You Rely on It

Verify what an automatic cat feeder actually dispenses and whether your cat eats the portion before you depend on the timer while away.

Can Dogs Eat Plain Canned Pumpkin?

Check the ingredient list before sharing pumpkin with your dog. Learn which can to choose and when a change in stool warrants a veterinary call.

Can Dogs Eat Plain Canned Pumpkin?

Check the ingredient list before sharing pumpkin with your dog. Learn which can to choose and when a change in stool warrants a veterinary call.

Set Up a Dog-Free Cat Meal Station for a New Puppy

Keep your resident cat's meals accessible after a puppy comes home, with a protected route, separate bowls, and a simple intake check.

Set Up a Dog-Free Cat Meal Station for a New Puppy

Keep your resident cat's meals accessible after a puppy comes home, with a protected route, separate bowls, and a simple intake check.

How to Separate a Toddler and Dog at Mealtimes

Set up a door or suitable barrier, plan who handles both sides, and keep a toddler away from the dog's meal until the bowl is picked up.

How to Separate a Toddler and Dog at Mealtimes

Set up a door or suitable barrier, plan who handles both sides, and keep a toddler away from the dog's meal until the bowl is picked up.

High Triglycerides in Dogs: Ask About a Fasting Recheck

If your dog's blood test shows high triglycerides, ask how meal timing, the exact lab result, and vet-directed preparation affect the next step.

High Triglycerides in Dogs: Ask About a Fasting Recheck

If your dog's blood test shows high triglycerides, ask how meal timing, the exact lab result, and vet-directed preparation affect the next step.