Caring for a female dog during her first heat cycle can feel overwhelming for many pet parents. It takes patience, extra care, and some know-how to keep her comfortable while keeping your home clean.

First things first: a dog's heat cycle isn't the same as a human menstrual cycle. Instead of shedding a uterine lining, her body is going through a hormonal symphony that prepares her for potential ...

Pet overpopulation became problematic in the 1930s, and by the 1970s over 20 million pets were being euthanized every year. To increase the public’s awareness of overcrowded shelter conditions and ...