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5 Best Pet Cameras
Pet cameras let you monitor your dog or cat when you’re out of the home, showing you how your pet is doing and confirming that they’re staying out of trouble. In this review, we dive into the five best pet cameras on the market and how they can help ease you and your pet’s separation anxiety.
Best Gifts for Cat Lovers
Shopping for a cat lover? For the finest feline finds, look no further than this guide to the best gifts for cats and cat lovers.
How to Make a Cat Bed from a Basket
Need a place for your cat to nap? You can make an easy DIY cat bed using some plywood, a basket, and some creativity. Watch as DIY Expert & House One Editor Jenn Largesse shows you how.
How to Build a DIY Pet House
Build your dog or cat a stylish home using a half sheet of plywood. Download these plans and watch the video for instructions on how to build it.
How to Make a DIY Cat Tower
Build a homemade cat tower out of wood and PVC pipe and keep your feline friend entertained all day.
9 Hidden Cat Litter Box Ideas
Whether you want to make a hidden cat litter box out of furniture or create an entryway for your kitty to enter an inconspicuous room, we have a variety of ideas to give him his privacy.
How to Build a Dog Bowl Stand
Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva teaches a young Generation NEXT woodworker how to build a dog bowls stand using primarily power tools.
What You Need to Build Your Own Doghouse
Consider size, materials, and structure when building a doghouse.
All About Pet-Proofing Your Home
In order for our pets to lead happy, healthy lives, we must keep them safe from the dangers that abound in the average home and yard.
Pet Safe Ice Prevention
Prevent ice on your driveways, sidewalks, and steps by pretreating. It’s better for your pets’ paws, too!
Stylish Gates to Safeguard Your Dog
You love your dog, but sometimes it shouldn’t have the run of the house. Fortunately, there are gate options that are as handsome as they are sturdy; many can be left in place all the time without creating an eyesore or obstacle
Best Gifts for Cats and Cat Lovers | Gift Guide 2018
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Cat Home Shopping Guide
Build your feline a home of their very own.
Cat Shelf and Activity Center Shopping Guide
Our most popular Facebook post of the summer was our How to Build a Catio tutorial. Turns out homeowners are all too willing to make home upgrades for their pets. Now you can consider installing a single wall-mounted shelf or full activity center for your feline
Why More Pets Go Missing on July 4th Than Any Other Day of the Year
Prep your dog for noisy fireworks on Independence Day
How to Install a Dog Door
Give your pet the freedom to come and go whenever it wishes by installing this energy-efficient kit.
Fit the Door to the Dog
Use this chart to determine the best size for your breed From Plexidor Performance Pet Doors
Create a Dog-Friendly Landscape Plan
Dogscaping 101. Here's everything you need to know before you get started planning your yard
How to Install a Storm Door with a Dog Door
Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner install a storm door with her active dog in mind
Exterior Dutch Door for $63
An intrepid homeowner saves the cost of a new Dutch door to contain her dogs—by cutting her existing front door in half.
How to Build a Catio
Use basic cedar lumber to create a screened-in patio space that gives cats a breath of fresh air while keeping them close to home
Dog-Friendly Flooring Rules
Dog-friendly flooring needs to be durable, easy to clean, and attractive too. Here's what you need to know if you have four on the floor
Eight Great Renovations You and Your Dog Will Love
Planning a remodel? Don't forget about Rover. Today's special built-in features and custom designs go way beyond the doggie door
Pooch-Proof Furniture and Fabrics for Dog Lovers
Drool-worthy fabrics and savvy strategies to keep your furniture from going to the dogs
How to Dog Proof Your Home for the Holidays
Use these 8 dog safety tips during the holidays to keep your canine companion happy and safe.
How to Know When It's Time to Put Down Your Pet
Must-read advice from an animal-behavior expert on how to make this dreaded decision
How to Build an Outdoor Dog Bed
A smartly designed outdoor bed is a great place for your pooch to beat the heat.
16 Doghouses Like Your House
Classics of American architecture, made-to-measure for man's best friend
10 Ways to Build a Better Chicken Coop
To safeguard your flock, make sure their permanent shelter is up to snuff
How to Build a Murphy Bed for Your Dog
A mutt-sized Murphy bed hides your dog's crash pad inside a fetching built-in cabinet
How to Plan a Dog Cleaning Station
A dedicated washing area for your most dedicated friend makes bath time a breeze
10 Pet-Friendly Home Projects
Give your furry friends a little extra attention with these easy-to-build DIY pet projects