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Pet health and safety
Resource guarding in dogs

What are the signs your dog is protective of you, their food, or their toys, and how can you train them to reduce their anxiety or aggression?

Coyote in a meadow
Humane wildlife management
Coyote hazing: Scare coyotes off to keep them away

Coyotes generally avoid people. But if you encounter coyotes who have adapted to urban or suburban environments, hazing techniques can teach them to keep away.

Portrait of a small dog laying on carpet
Adopting and rehoming pets
Find a new home for your dog or cat

Many hardships that arise between owner and pet are temporary or can be resolved with help. Explore how you might be able to keep your pet or find them a happy new home.

A shy dog approaches a woman who comforts him
Pet health and safety
How to stop your dog from peeing in the house

Dogs peeing in unwanted spots can stress any pet owner. But you can teach your pup not to pee in the house, on your garden or even on your neighbor's lawn.

Corgi using a wet pad to potty train a puppy
Pet health and safety
How to potty train your puppy or dog

House-train a new dog or puppy by establishing a routine for when they eat, drink, go outside, and get rewarded for desired behavior.

Mother fox nursing several kits
Humane wildlife management
What to do about foxes

Foxes are usually no cause for alarm, but if you have backyard chickens, you'll need to protect them. Here's what to do if you see a fox in your neighborhood.

A person showing how to trim claws on a calm cat
Pet health and safety
How to clip or trim cat claws safely

Trimming a cat's claws every few weeks is an important part of maintaining your pet's health and protects them, you, your family and visitors as well as the sofa, curtains and other furniture.

A woman plays with her yorkie dog on the floor
Pet health and safety
How to stop your dog's destructive chewing

Chewing can be directed to appropriate items to keep your dog from risking their safety or destroying things you value.

Greyhound dog looking at the sunset
Pet health and safety
How to cope with the death of your pet

Sometimes it's hard for others to understand your loss or extend sympathy. Here's how to take care of yourself, your family and other pets when it's time to say goodbye.

Two cats snuggle up to each other and one looks at the camera
Pet health and safety
Stop feline aggression to keep cats from fighting

Cats are territorial and don't always get along at first. Here are some tips to help keep the peace between your cats.

Fluffy grey cat outside in snowy lawn
Pet health and safety
How to care for outdoor cats in winter

Outdoor community cats—feral and stray—need to stay warm and well-nourished throughout winter. Follow our advice on TNR, building the best shelter, and keeping food and water from freezing.

Dogs playing in water with superimposed sign stating: "Warning! Blue-green algal blooms"
Pet health and safety
Keeping dogs safe in water

Protect your dog from toxic blue-green algae in ponds and lakes, and be alert to the signs of cyanobacteria poisoning.