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Best Supplies for a Betta Fish Tank

Known for their bright colors and long, flowing tails, betta fish are a great option if you're looking for a way to break into the aquarium hobby.

Sure Petcare Microchip Pet Feeder Connect Is For Perfect Cat Food Port

Our pets are our family, and just like our human family members, it’s important that we watch the waistlines and weights of our furry friends. Often, i…

Product Review: Hydor Professional External Canister Filter

Essential for a healthy aquarium, the right filter keeps water quality in your tank high. Is the Hydor Professional External Canister Filter up for the job?

First Time In US Cats Test Positive For COVID-19

Two pet cats in New York have tested positive for SARS-CoV-2 (the virus that causes COVID-19) and are the first to do so in the United States. Both are expe…

Best Diabetic Cat Food

Diabetic cat food is formulated specially to suit the needs of felines with diabetes, which means it's high in protein and low in carbohydrate content.

7 Common Types of Algae Found in Freshwater Aquariums

It's not easy being green... or brown... or red. How many different types of freshwater algae are you familiar with and how to you control it?

Our Guide to the Best Aquarium Sea Salt

Are you interested in setting up a salt water tank? Then you'll need our guide to the best aquarium sea salt.�

HABRI Grant Helps Study Impact of Shelter Cat Adoption by Kids With Au

HABRI awards a grant to the University of Missouri that will look at the effects of shelter cat adoptions in families that have children with autism.

Aquarium Snails: The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly

What starts out as a small nuisance may end up becoming a "Snail Apocalypse!" Here's how these visitors get into your aquarium and what you can do about it.

5 Ways To Go Green With Your Cat

Purrr-fect ways you and your cat can be eco-friendly You recycle, buy organic, and use eco-friendly green products for yourself, so why not make similar choi…

Grammy-Winning Violinist Shows Cool Cats Love Classical Music [Video]

A Grammy-winning violinist's consideration of strays along an animated street has music fans all over the world seeing the street kitties in a new light.

Cunning Cat Infiltrates Airport’s Canine Therapy Program [Video]

Watch out, airport canine therapy dogs. There's a new cat in town, and she's flying high by joining the Canine Airport Therapy Squad!

5 Cool Cat Facts You Didn’t Know

Amaze and stump your friends with strange cat-nerd trivia facts.Felines are definitely interesting creatures who always keep us guessing. And each cat has hi…

Finding Dory: The True Tail Behind the Regal Tang Fish

Thanks to Hollywood, the new must-have fish to have is the Regal Tang. But this isn't a fish for the faint hearted - are you up to the challenge?

Petlinks Meowy Catmas Photo Contest

Deck the halls with jolly, captivating cat toys! Enter to win one of three Petlinks Cat-themed Gift Baskets for your fa-la-la-la feline!

4 Basic First Aid Tips For Cat Emergencies

Know what to look for before an emergency with these first aid tips for cats Knowing what steps to take during an emergency involving your cat can be the dif…

3 Awesome Reasons For Fostering Cats

Have you ever thought of fostering cats? There are so many reasons to do it and so many kitties out there in need. Here are our 3 favorite reasons!

Gen Y Dogma: Adapting Your Big City Lifestyle To Make Room For Puppy

There are perks to living in a big city… but do they translate when you have a dog? Christina Peden thinks so – it’s all in the way you lo…

Why is My Cat Peeing Outside the Litter Box?

Is your cat peeing outside the litter box and you don't know what to do about it? The key to fixing the problem is to understand why she's doing it.

Rescue Cat Returns Favor, Saves Family From Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

A quiet rescued family cat found his voice at the most important time, warning his family that their house was filling with deadly carbon monoxide.

Get to Know the Bristlenose Pleco

A lesser known variety of the species, the Bristlenose Pleco has a lot going for it. Easy to care for, this fish makes a great addition to home aquariums.

Gen Y Dogma: Puppy Vs. Baby Edition

Is getting a puppy a logical first step toward having kids? Not necessarily. Christina Peden talks about the ways puppies and babies are similar and differen…

Best Aquarium Supplies for Biological Filtration

Balance is the key to a healthy aquarium and filtration plays a major role. That's why you need know about the best aquarium supplies for biological filtration.

How to Care for an Orphaned Kitten

When you find a kitten that's been abandoned, you instinctively want to care for it. Here's what you should do if you find a stray kitten.

6 Easy Ways to Make Your Cat Happy

You want to keep your kitty purring with happiness, right? Trust us - making your cat happy is in the best interest of you and your beloved feline!

Girl’s Interview About Her Cat’s Butt Goes Viral

Cats can be such divas. A little girl's interview with her cat has left us in stitches, and created a celebri-kitty in the process!

Top 3 Substrates to Use in Planted Aquariums

The key to the perfect planted tank is to get the balance between fish and plant needs just right. The solution is finding the ideal type of substrate.

Gen Y Dogma: Pet Parenting For A New Generation

Taking the leap by moving in with your partner is a huge step. But the time has come when you’re ready for the pitter-patter of little paws – it&…

How Safe Is Your Cat From His Favorite Toys?

It's all fun and games until someone (or some kitty) eats a toy. There are certain toys you should be wary of letting your cat get his paws on.

This Charming Tabby Relieves People’s Flying Stress With Snuggles

At Calgary International Airport, no one is stressed because of delayed flights or long lines. And it's all thanks to a friendly tabby cat.

Pros And Cons Of Raising Littermates

The more, the merrier... right? Well, that's not always the case. There are positives and negatives of bringing home littermates - let's go over a few.

Best Probiotics for Cats

Probiotics for cats help maintain healthy gut flora and can support your pet's overall immune system, in addition to helping with a range of other issues.

Top 10 Purrfect Gifts For Cat Lovers

What do you get your crazy cat lovin' friend for the holidays? Well, take a look at our Top 10 Gifts for Cat lovers and take your pick!

Top 10 Long Haired Cat Breeds

These cats never have a bad hair day! Boasting downy soft and luxuriant locks, these long haired cat breeds are bushy balls of kitty goodness.

Best Betta Tank Decorations

Do you want to complement your beautiful Betta fish? Why not fill your aquarium with the awe-inspiring Betta tank decorations?

Why Do Cats Eat Grass?

What a strange habit! But why do cats eat grass at all? Digestion? Tasty treat? If you've got a furry lawn mower on your hands, we have the answer for you.

4 Addictive YouTube Channels for Cat Lovers

YouTube was made for cats! If you're looking to be entertained or want to learn more about kitties, subscribe to these four addictive YouTube Channels.

How Therapy Dogs Can Help Kids With Speech Difficulties

Does your child suffer with a speech difficulty? Here's how a therapy dog can help with the problem.

Best Cat Repellent

A cat repellent is a humane and efficient way to keep cats from ruining your garden, peeing in your yard, or destroying plants and furniture.

Best Cat Trees

A feline needs a tree to call her own - and it needs to be inside your house. That's why we've put together this list of the best cat trees.�

SnapChat Gets Catty With New Selfie Lenses

Even Social Media platforms know that more than ever, pets are people too. Social Media Story Teller Snapchat has recognized that with the introduction of ne…

Best Sponge Filters for Aquariums

Sponge filters provide mechanical filtration and, over time, may provide biological filtration as well.

Best Aquarium Testing Supplies

Depending on what kind of fish you're stocking your tank with, you're going to need to test the water to make sure it's just right. Here are the best aquarium testing supplies to help you out.�

Complete Pet Survey and Qualify for a Unique Pet Supplement and a $10

You take supplements for your health; now you can easily do the same for your dog! An innovative and rapidly expanding company (nominated in the Deloitte Bes…

Top 10 Essential Books for New Cat Owners

If you're a first-time cat parent, you may be overwhelmed with all the things you need to know. These books are great resources for new cat owners.

The Shocking Truth About How Cats Get Their Way Revealed!

Those crafty kitties are clever. Forget puppy-dog eyes - cats have a way of making you drop everything to tend to their every need!

Top 5 Invertebrates to Hire For Your Freshwater Cleanup Crew

Taking care of your aquarium is hard work - you need to bring in some extra muscle! Here are 5 invertebrates that you want on your freshwater cleanup crew.

Feline-Inspired Interactive Gallery Is Popping Up In NYC

The Cats on Glass Gallery, presented by Fresh Step Clean Paws, is an interactive pop-up exhibition that will wow all cat enthusiasts.

5 Helpful Cat Training Tips To Control Your Frisky Feline

Dogs aren't the only pets that benefit from training. Cat training is possible - we've put together 5 helpful hints to teach your kitty a few new tricks!

Stay Tuned For Aquarium’s Got Talent

What amazing talent lurks in your tank? Take a front row seat - you won't believe the specular show that's going on in your aquarium!

Shahs Of Sunset Feline Parody Is The Cat’s Meow [Video]

Our favorite Persian (Americans) are back, and the trailer for their sixth season is one that shows how the fur will fly...literally.

Experts Recommend Swiss Fat Cats Hunt For Their Food

Vets in Switzerland are concerned with the growing problem of 'fat cats.' According to new research, 20-40% of pets, cats in particular, are overweight.

10 Essentials You Always Need in Your Fish Room

Wonder what the pros keep in their fish rooms? They've shared their tips with us, and we're passing along the 10 essentials you need in your fish room.

How Much Does Your Cat Remember?

Just like elephants, it turns out that cats have a good memory. According to research, cats remember a lot more than we thought they could.

Yoga and Cats: The Benefits of Asana With Kitties

While you're doing the downward dog pose, does your cat ever join you? Here's why you should let your kitty join you for yoga.

Top 3 Marine Invertebrates for Beginners

You're getting creative with your tank, and you're thinking about adding invertebrates to the mix. If you're a beginner, start with these marine inverts.

Feline Health: Symptoms You Shouldn’t Ignore

Don't write off your cat's unusual behavior as a cry for attention - it could be a cry for help! These symptoms could signal a serious health problem.

Why Cats Aren’t Like Other Domesticated Pets

For many people, a cat is a staple in their household - felines complete the family. But what sets a cat apart from any other domesticated pet?

First Ever DNA Test for Cats Hopes to Prevent Health Issues in Felines

Basepaws, a genetic startup from California, became the first company to offer DNA testing kits for cats. Their goal? Making feline lives better.

Look What The Curious Cat Dragged In – a Bag Full Of Drugs!

They say a dog’s nose knows, but one curious kitty in England helped the local police with a major suspected cocaine drug bust. Forensic experts in Avo…