Maddie Topliff is the Editor, Pets of Daily Paws and The Spruce Pets. With a background in both journalism and pet ownership, Maddie expertly curates and manages content that helps pet owners provide ...

Contrary to the name, Australian shepherds—affectionately called Aussies—were bred as herding and working dogs on the American Frontier. Since their introduction in the 1800s, the active, playful, and ...

Austin is Daily Paws' associate editor. He loves his poodle, Riley, and has been known to play with cats on occasion, even though he's allergic to them. Other interests include ice cream, riding his ...

Growing up with a pack of dogs, guinea pigs, hamsters, gerbils, and even a lizard (or two), Leah has been a pet parent for all kinds. With 9+ years of experience in the realm of SEO, content marketing ...

Few things are better than a collection of the world's cutest puppies. Check out who made our list.

Cats meow exclusively to communicate with humans, not with other cats. Responding to your cat's meows encourages them to engage in more vocal communication with you. Increased or unusual meowing may ...

Kristi Valentini writes health and lifestyle articles for pets and people, often with her pup Penny by her side. A huge animal lover, she’s been known to bring home lost kittens, foster puppies and ...

Russell terriers are small dogs with big personalities. Blisteringly intelligent, these little dogs are incredibly easy to train, love learning and performing tricks, and are virtually the dictionary ...

Spaying prevents unwanted pregnancies, reduces health risks, and helps control pet overpopulation. Consult your veterinarian to determine the best timing and procedure for your dog's spaying.

It might not be on your radar now, but it’s possible your dog or cat could benefit from holistic veterinary care, whether that’s acupuncture, herbal medicine, or chiropractic care. Austin is Daily ...

Both Border Collies and Australian Shepherds are smart, energetic, and need plenty of exercise and mental stimulation. Border Collies are gathering dogs that use eye contact to herd, while Australian ...

When it comes to cat-friendly cleaning, it's best to follow the directions when sanitizing your space so nobody gets hurt. Writer and editor Brendan Howard has written on pet and veterinary topics for ...