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DIY Paw Print Projects
DIY Paw Print Projects
Maggie Marton

Capture your pet's unique paw print to create a meaningful keepsake with one of these three super simple DIY projects. Pet-Safe Ink Print Create a work of art with your...

Paper Roll Cat Toy
DIY Cat Toys Your Cat Will Love
Maggie Marton

Why take the time to make DIY Cat Toys? Cats are notorious for finding interest in simple things. Instead of spending tons of money on toys for your cat, here's...

Build Your Own Cat Scratching Post
Build Your Own Cat Scratching Post
Ben Kerns

Purchasing a scratching tower for a cat seems a little silly when you consider how easy and affordable it is to make one yourself. All you need is some cardboard...

DIY Kitten Bed out of Cardboard
DIY Kitten Bed out of Cardboard
Liz Palika

Do you have extra boxes just laying around? Do you have a cat? Let's turn those boxes into a cat bed! That is if your cat hasn't already commandeered the...

DIY Cardboard Litterbox
Making a DIY Temporary Litterbox from Cardboard
Liz Palika

Reuse those old cardboard boxes for temporary litterboxes! I've often got foster kittens in the house as I volunteer for a local kitten rescue. When young kittens begin using a...

May the Fourth Be With You: The Best DIY Star Wars Pet Costumes
May the Fourth Be With You: The Best DIY Star Wars Pet Costumes
Thomas Mulcahy

As far as unofficial holidays go, Star Wars Day is pretty great. You can marathon the films, quote the best lines, and even get your pets involved. We’ve scoured the...

DIY Dog Muzzle
DIY Dog Muzzle
Liz Palika

Talking to dog owners about dog bites and the need to introduce a muzzle is hard; very hard. But it's a discussion I have several times a week. Most dog...

DIY with Dog
DIY Dog Bed Frame
Emalie Cockrell

If your dog sheds, then their bed is probably an eyesore in your home. My 70 pound German Shepherd mix sheds like you wouldn’t believe, and she loves her bed,...

DIY Climbing Rope Dog Leash
DIY Climbing Rope Dog Leash
Emalie Cockrell

Dog leashes made out of climbing rope and carabiners are having a moment. If you’re at all outdoorsy, chances are you’ve seen them advertised—along with their hefty price tags. However,...

Fleece Tug Toy
DIY: Making a Fleece Tug Toy
Liz Palika

Tug toys can be great fun and many dogs really enjoy the interaction of tugging with you. Unfortunately, though, many commercial tug toys are made only for medium to large...

How to Create a Kitten Playpen
How to Create a Kitten Playpen
Jessica Peralta

Anyone who has had a very young kitten knows two things: kittens have a ton of energy and kittens can get into just about anything they set their adorable little...

paw balm
DIY Paw Balm For Dogs
Charlotte Austin

The winter months can be hard on delicate doggie paws. Snow and ice can cause cuts and abrasions, de-icing chemicals can irritate paw pads, and wind and cold temperatures can...

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5 Dog Toys You Can Make At Home
Charlotte Austin

We all love to reward our furry friends with new toys, but store bought playthings can get expensive. Luckily, pooches don’t care about price tags—they just want to have fun!...

DIY: Make Your Own No-Sew Pet Bed
DIY: Make Your Own No-Sew Pet Bed
Rebekah Olsen

How often do you buy a new pet bed? Even with a well-trained, 5-year-old pooch, I spend over $100 a year purchasing new, comfy beds. Zippers break, fluff gets un-fluffed,...

DIY: Three Fun Toys for Cats
DIY: Three Fun Toys for Cats
Liz Palika

Since I usually have a litter of foster kittens at home, I'm always looking for ways to amuse them. Commercial cat toys are great but they can be expensive so...

8 DIY Tips to Keep Your Dog Inside Your Fence
8 DIY Tips to Keep Your Dog Inside Your Fence
Liz Palika

In our minds, dogs and fences go together. After all, a good fence will keep your dog inside your yard and other dogs (and other dangers) out of your yard....

DIY: Two Fun Canine Brain Games
DIY: Two Fun Canine Brain Games
Liz Palika

Dog owners are often told, "A tired dog is a good dog." While I agree completely that exercise is important for all healthy dogs, mental exercise is just as important...

6 Cute DIY Catnip Toys For Your Cat
6 Cute DIY Catnip Toys For Your Cat
Ben Kerns

Catnip is to cats what chocolate is to us humans. It’s simply irresistible. It’s always good to have a few catnip toys on hand to keep the kitty occupied, so...

Do-It-Yourself Dog-Friendly Cleaning Solutions
Do-It-Yourself Dog-Friendly Cleaning Solutions
Amy Tokic

Make a clean break from harsh chemicals with all-natural, DIY cleaning solutions. We all want a sparkling clean house, but when you have pets, keeping your interiors looking their best...

DIY Grooming Spray for Smelly Pets
DIY Grooming Spray for Smelly Pets
Rebekah Olsen

Something smells, and this time you can blame it on the dog. When bacteria and yeast on your pet’s skin starts to break down surface oils, the oxidation of the...

Easy DIY Dog Beds to Save You Money
Easy DIY Dog Beds to Save You Money
Ben Kerns

If your dog is anything like mine, he probably feels like he’s too good to sleep on the floor. You know, if you’re not already allowing him to sleep next...

Design Your Own DIY Doggie Door
Design Your Own DIY Doggie Door
Ben Kerns

When it comes to being indoors or out, dogs can never seem to make up their minds. What follows is a seemingly endless cycle of getting up, opening the door,...

How to Build a First Aid Kit for Your Dog
How to Build a First Aid Kit for Your Dog
Liz Palika

I'm a believer in having well stocked first aid kits; both for people and for my dogs. I'm so emphatic about this I have one each in my house, my...

Pet-Friendly DIYs with Old Sweaters
Pet-Friendly DIYs with Old Sweaters
Maggie Marton

As you spring clean your closet, set aside old sweaters to turn into fun DIYs for your pets. These two projects can be completed quickly and are as cute as...