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68 stories published in the journal First dispatch: October 2026

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Adult dog sitting on a sunlit deck with a black rubber dog chew toy in front of its paws, illustrating what size Kong is safe

DOG TOYS · 11 Oct 2026

What Size Kong Is Safe for My Dog? A Weight and Bite Chart

Choosing the right Kong depends on both your dog's weight and how hard it actually bites. This guide walks through sizing by chew strength, life stage, and breed, plus how to fill, inspect, and clean a Kong safely.

13 min read

Dog toys
A real tabby cat and a lifelike robotic cat sitting side by side, showing whether a robotic cat can replace a real cat

CAT TOYS · 11 Oct 2026

Can Robotic Cats Replace a Real Cat? What Owners Should Know

Robotic cats can mimic purring, touch response, and movement, but they fill a different role than a living companion. This guide compares model types, safety checks, and who each option actually suits.

14 min read

Cat toys
Overhead view of a homemade DIY lick mat for dogs layered with chicken, yogurt and pumpkin on a wooden table

DOG TOYS · 11 Oct 2026

How to Make a DIY Lick Mat for Dogs: Layered Recipes That Calm

Learn how to make a DIY lick mat for dogs using simple layered recipes with protein, everyday food, and yogurt or pumpkin for longer-lasting licking sessions. This guide also covers freezing, cleaning, safety checks, and alternatives for dogs who chew rather than lick.

15 min read

Dog toys
A curious tabby cat studying a motorized automatic ball toy on a wooden floor, suggesting why do cats ignore automatic cat

CAT TOYS · 11 Oct 2026

Why Do Cats Ignore Automatic Cat Toys? The Prey Instinct Explained

Automatic cat toys often fail because they skip the stalk-pounce-carry sequence cats are wired to expect. Here's the research behind the prey instinct, real toy test results, and the features that actually keep cats engaged.

14 min read

Cat toys
Two guinea pigs sharing a tidy indoor enclosure with hay and a hideout, showing why guinea pigs won't bond with each other in

SMALL PETS & BIRDS · 11 Oct 2026

Why Won’t My Guinea Pigs Bond With Each Other? What’s Normal

If your guinea pigs still chase, mount, or pee on each other after weeks of bonding steps, it doesn't always mean the bond failed. Learn how to tell normal dominance behavior from real red flags.

14 min read

Small pets & birds