Pets

What is a gentle leader leash? If you've ever seen a dog with a leash wrapped around its muzzle, it's likely a gentle leader, which helps with pulling.

Squirrel School on TikTok, which has more than 82,000 followers, shows viewers the importance of wildlife rescue and rehabilitation.

Regardless of the type of dog you have, it's imperative to make sure their sensitive paws are protected from heat, ice, salt, and even the sidewalk.

These dog grooming products are all cruelty-free, vegan, and sustainably packaged.

As a pet parent, you've likely noticed your plastic consumption is somewhat high — but biodegradable dog poop bags help lower your impact.

Because, Animals is preparing to disrupt the pet food industry with its unique new product: cultured mouse treats for cats.

Can dogs eat bones? Although it's a long-running stereotype that dogs can — and should — be eating bones, it actually may not be healthy for them.

Netflix's latest docuseries, 'Cat People' features a variety of feline enthusiasts, including a cat rapper, a cat trainer, and more.

Green Matters caught up the founder of Marley's Mutts Rescue Ranch, on their program that has incarcerated people training rescue dogs so they can get adopted.

Should I get pet insurance? As a pet parent, you should always consider doing what’s best for both your pup and your bank account.

Some wildlife rehabilitation facilities use bra clasps to help mend broken turtle shells.

Lucy Hale recently caught up with us to share her “Green Routine,” dish on her upcoming film, and more.

Feral cats can be bad news if they decide to start hanging out on your property, but these methods are perfect for keeping them off your lawn.

If you're looking to make sure your dog doesn't bark when you're not home, we spoke to an expert on managing your pup's separation anxieties.

Summer can be an uncomfortable time for a dog, but how do you cool down your dog if it gets so hot outside that they overheat?

What is it like to foster a dog? I wrote about the experience of getting a foster dog first-hand, as a new but current foster dog parent.

How do you help your constipated dog? Here's a hint, you might have to get your hands dirty.

'Vanderpump Dogs' is coming soon — and Dan Babic, whose episode chronicles the story of Babic adopting his rescue dog, spoke with Green Matters about the show.

Should my dog be taking a probiotic? Green Matters caught up with an expert who explained why gut health might imrpove your dog's anxiety.

In honor of National Rescue Dog Day, we interviewed Melissa Bacelar, aka the celebrity pet matchmaker, and the founder of Wagmor Pets.

There are many beautiful flowers out there in the world, but which ones pose a poisonous danger to our canine companions?

Everyone knows that dogs are man’s best friends, but they often express their love to us in ways that might seem strange to the uninitiated.

With lockdown restrictions lifting in many countries, many are surrendering and rehoming their “pandemic pets.”

Are dogs actually color blind, or do they see colors in a different way than we do?

Dogs can tolerate a lot of different types of people food, but are grapes as toxic to them as everyone seems to believe?

New York's senate has finally passed a bill to ban puppy mills, which is massive for environmentalists and dogs in need across the state.

You might think that dogs tilt their heads in order to show curiosity, but it's actually way more heartwarming than that.

Dogs love belly rubs but where does this desire come from, and how is it linked to our symbiotic ancestry?

Climate change has made ticks a more common occurrence in temperate regions, so it’s important that pet parents understand how to safely remove a tick from their dog.

People think that dogs only lick to show affection, but is there a deeper meaning to this slobbery behavior?

Dogs eat a wide range of disgusting things, but why in the world do some dogs feel the need to eat their own poop? Here's how to train them not to.

Cicadas are coming back for the first time in 17 years, but are these loud insects harmful to your pets? Here's what pet owners should know.

April 28 is International Guide Dog Day, and we're explaining what it takes to be a guide dog, defining the job, and showing how to adopt rejected dogs.

Experts often speak at length about the benefits of spaying or neutering your dog, but why exactly are such actions necessary?

Animal lovers rejoice! There are plenty of job opportunities out there for people who love to work with animals.

These eco-friendly dog beds will help keep your dog’s nap time as planet-friendly as possible.

We don’t often think about the ethical ramifications of feeding our pets, but some dog food brands take their commitment to ethics and sustainability very seriously.

The predominant belief is that cats only purr when they are happy, but if that’s the case, what are some of the easiest ways to get your cat purring?

Dog food might seem like it’s a one-size-fits-all type of thing, but some brands are far more sustainable than others.

Flea collars are apparently causing pet deaths, sicknesses, and injuries, and the EPA hasn't issued a warning. Here's what to do if you have one.