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When a pet sitter just won't do, pet-friendly travel locales and useful tips for a safe, smooth, and comfortable journey for critters of all kinds.

Why Flying 16+ Hours With Your Cat Isn’t Safe — Even When Airlines Say It Is
Most airlines will tell you that flying with your cat is “perfectly fine.” They’ll tell you pets fly all the time. They’ll tell you it’s safe, routine, and nothing to worry about.
By Alexandria Hypatia14 days ago in Petlife
Keeping your pets safe (and calm) this holiday season . Top Story - December 2025.
The holiday season may be magical for some humans, but for pets it only means confusion, changed routines, overstimulation, extra noise, guests or pet sitters come and go, and sometimes the festive season means danger for pets.
By Susan Fourtané 16 days ago in Petlife
Backpack Carriers Gone Viral: Why Dogs in Spaceship Bags Are Taking Over TikTok
Dog owners know that our precious pups always want to be by our side, going everywhere with us that they’re allowed. From the hiking trails to outdoor cafes, dogs are becoming a staple in social spaces and are welcome almost everywhere.
By Marshall Bone23 days ago in Petlife
Your Dog Is Not Truck Cargo
In much of the country, dogs standing loose in the back of a pickup have been treated as part of the scenery for decades. People point at it, smile, say the dog “loves it” and keep driving. The scene looks normal because the community has rehearsed it for years. From a forensic and trauma standpoint, it is anything but normal. It is a low-speed, high-frequency mechanism of serious injury and death that we keep pretending is harmless.
By Dr. Mozelle Martin | Ink Profiler28 days ago in Petlife
The Dog Who Waited at the Bus Stop Every Day
Every neighborhood has its stories, but few are as touching as the story of the dog who waited at the bus stop every single day. At first, people thought it was just a stray wandering around, but soon they realized there was something deeper, something sweeter behind this routine. The dog wasn’t lost. The dog wasn’t confused. The dog was waiting — patiently, faithfully — for someone he loved. His quiet presence at the bus stop became a gentle reminder to everyone who passed by: loyalty still exists in a world that moves too fast.
By Kashif Wazir2 months ago in Petlife
“Heartbeat of the Earth: Life Within the Amazon Forest”
The Amazon Rainforest is often called the “lungs of the planet.” Stretching across nine countries in South America, it is the largest tropical forest in the world, covering more than 5.5 million square kilometers. For centuries, it has been a sanctuary of life, a place where the rhythms of nature move in harmony, untouched by the rush of modern civilization. Within its vast green embrace lies a world so diverse and rich that scientists still believe we have only uncovered a fraction of its secrets.
By Alam khan4 months ago in Petlife
I've Been Doing a Little Bird Listening with Merlin Lately
Many moons ago, I lived a stone's throw from Kennesaw Mountain (Kennesaw, GA). The mountain was not only a wonderful historical spot to visit, but the trails and the road to the summit were both outstanding birdwatching locations. Almost every weekend, I'd take Beau and my binoculars and see what kind of birds I could add to my life list. It was particularly exciting to go birdwatching during March and September, as we were right on the migratory path. I even created a small stir in local birding channels once, by spotting an Oregon Junco (a variety of dark-eyed junco) on one of my hikes. And then, I moved.
By Kimberly J Egan4 months ago in Petlife
Moving.... Top Story - September 2025.
No one ever said that moving would be easy. You have to pack all your stuff and load everything into the moving vehicles. Then, after driving to the new location, you have to unload and unpack everything at the new location. While making sure not to forget to clean both houses as you go along. Plus, having to change your address and or phone number with EVERYONE.
By Mother Combs4 months ago in Petlife
Whiskers and Wounds
Ayesha was once the melody in a quiet neighborhood of Lahore—the woman whose voice floated through jasmine-scented evenings like a gentle breeze. She taught music at the local school, her laughter ringing out as children fumbled with harmonium keys and off-key scales. Her home, small but warm, used to hum with life: the strum of strings, the soft clink of teacups, and songs passed down from her mother.
By meerjanan5 months ago in Petlife
The Tail That Taught Me Love
Ariba had never imagined herself as someone who’d come home to a wagging tail and muddy paws. She grew up in a house where everything had its place—shoes lined neatly by the door, cushions always plumped, and the idea of fur on the sofa was nothing short of a disaster. Her parents valued order, silence, and control. So did she—until one rainy evening rewrote everything.
By meerjanan5 months ago in Petlife
How a Tiny Kitten Saved Me from My Darkest Days
There was a time, not too long ago, when getting out of bed felt like climbing a mountain barefoot. My mind was heavy, my heart heavier. Some days, even the thought of opening the curtains felt like too much effort. Friends tried to help, but there’s only so much comfort words can bring when you’re trapped inside your own head.
By Vocal Member 5 months ago in Petlife
New Species Alert: A Stick Insect So Big It Looks Like a Fallen Branch (Video)
Written By Eelemarni Close-Brown “You don’t find something this big and this strange every day… especially not in treetop rainforests where almost nobody looks.”
By Lynn Myers5 months ago in Petlife