Pets

Girl Scouts reveal first-ever cookie for dogs, plus a new flavor for humans

Linda Zavoral The Mercury News

In early 2027, the Girl Scouts of the USA will begin selling their first-ever cookie creation for dogs, along with a new flavor for allergy-sensitive humans.

What ingredients to look for in fresh dog food

Bryan Agnolia for Ollie

Ollie reports that fresh dog food prioritizes real, recognizable ingredients like human-grade meats, vegetables, and healthy fats, ensuring quality and transparency.

Girl Scouts are Launching Cookies for Your Dogs

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The Girl Scouts are expanding their iconic cookie lineup with two unusual newcomers: one for dogs and another designed for people with food allergies.

How long does fresh dog food last in the fridge?

Christine Miller for Ollie

Ollie reports that fresh dog food lasts in the fridge for four days (unopened and opened), while leftovers should be consumed within 24 hours.

South Koreans turn to tarot to glean their pets' thoughts

Jungmin Ryu and Hyeyoon Cho Reuters

A growing niche offering among fortune-telling shops, "pet tarot" is driven by a surge in pet ownership as fewer South Koreans choose to have children.

Pet adoption is slowing — and money is a big reason why

Betty Lin-Fisher USA Today

Pet ownership is increasingly becoming more expensive, a recent Bank of America Institute analysis finds.

How to adopt a pet: Where to look, what to expect when you welcome a dog, cat

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There are a lot of options when it comes to adopting animals. Here's a breakdown on shelters, rescues and rehoming groups.

From festival dogs to adventure cats, here are some summer pet safety tips

As summer festivals, graduation parties and outdoor events fill local calendars, experts encourage pet owners to consider whether their furry friends are enjoying the experience as much as they are.

Planting a garden? Skip these plants toxic to dogs

In 2025 alone, ASPCA Poison Control staff assisted with over 12,900 plant exposures in dogs.

When it comes to pruning hydrangeas, be sure to know which variety you're growing

Hydrangeas are prized for their beautiful flowers. To make sure you get those blooms, it's critical that you know when to prune them.

9 tips for moving houseplants outdoors for the summer without killing them

Moving your favorite houseplants outdoors can give them a boost. Plus, it’s easy to do once you know how.

How to allergy-proof your home for spring

Spring brings blooming flowers and warmer weather, but for allergy sufferers, it also marks the return of sneezing fits and itchy eyes.

Mulching your garden? What to use and what to avoid

Mulching the garden is a pretty straightforward thing to do well, but it is one of those garden tasks on which many people miss the mark. Let’s hit the basics.