Keeping pets and your home safe
How to be a responsible pet owner
Consider our tips for taking care of a pet to help support their health and happiness.
Pet parasites
Help protect your dog or cat from fleas, ticks and heartworms.
Help keep your pet hydrated this summer
Cat and dog hydration are important any time of year, but especially during the hot summer months.
How to help keep your dog or cat entertained indoors
Discover the importance of pet enrichment and learn how to help keep your pet entertained with these pet activities.
Taking a vacation? Here's what to do with your pet
Consider this breakdown of your vacation pet care options.
Ways to celebrate your cat or dog’s Gotcha Day!
Consider these Gotcha Day ideas to help commemorate your pet’s adoption day anniversary.
What to expect in the first 3 months after adopting a new dog
The first three months with a new adopted dog are filled with surprises, but you can prepare by being flexible and following the 3-3-3 rule.
Safety tips for camping and hiking with your dog
How to plan a hike or camping trip with your best friend.
Pet hazards
If you take a look around your space, you will likely find household items dangerous for dogs and things toxic to cats. Help protect your pet — before they get into trouble — with these tips.
Winter pet safety tips
Winter and the cooler temperatures can put our pets at risk. Learn how to help your furry family member brave the winter with these cold weather tips for pets.
Pet-friendly house plants
Learn about some pet-friendly plants, as well as poisonous house plants to avoid, to help keep your cat or dog safe and healthy.
What kind of leash, collar or harness is right for my dog?
Learn about the common types of dog leashes, collars and harnesses to help your family find the right fit for your best friend.
How to help dogs with separation and anxiety
Learn about anxiety in dogs and how you can help your furry family member.
Summer pet safety tips
Keep these hot weather tips for pets in mind.
A guide to responsible pet adoption
If you're planning on bringing home a new pet, you will want to consider these factors before adopting.
Tips for pet safety at home and in the car
Here are ways to help keep your dog and cat safe while at home or in the car.
National Animal Poison Prevention Week: What you need to know
Poison Prevention Week isn’t just about humans. Help protect dogs and cats at home with these simple tips for identifying and preventing toxic ingestion in pets.
How to calm a dog or cat during a storm
Thunderstorms and severe weather are common triggers of pet anxiety. But by taking proactive steps in pet preparedness, and by learning how to calm your dog or cat during a thunderstorm, you can help soothe their storm anxiety.
Traveling with pets
How to road trip with dogs or cats
Traveling with a dog or cat? Here are tips to consider when driving with pets.
Why you should never leave pets in hot cars
It can take just 15 minutes for dogs and cats to die of heatstroke inside a hot vehicle.
Drive safely with pets in cars
Is your pet free-ranging in the car? Better check local laws and crate or tether her up.
Medical
When to buy pet insurance for cats and dogs
When is considered the best time to get pet insurance? Is pet insurance worth it for older pets? Here’s what to know.
How big will my cat get?
Review this helpful guide for your cat’s growth and development.
Pet first aid kit: Why you need it and how to make one
Consider packing a pet first aid kit to help prepare you for pet emergencies.
How to shop for pet insurance: 9 questions to ask
Knowing how to choose pet insurance is tricky. Asking these questions will help you understand your pet’s health needs and find a policy that fits.
Consider purchasing pet insurance
No pet owner wants the stress of a sick pet or unanticipated bills. Fortunately, pet medical insurance can help with those unexpected costs.
Why your cat needs health insurance
Cat health insurance allows you to take care of the health needs of your cat throughout its lifetime.
A guide to dental care for pets
Consider this guide to help take care of your dog or cat’s dental health.
Why your dog needs health insurance
Protect your dog for its lifetime with health insurance.
How pet health insurance is different from human health insurance
Discover the benefits of having pet health insurance.
Other pet articles
State Farm® sponsoring Canine Companions for Independence
Learn how raising service dogs is a family business.
State Farm® supporting The Humane Society
For four-legged friends, an emergency can get off to a rough start. Here's how to prepare.
Arson dogs help sniff out the facts about suspicious fires
Since its inception, the State Farm® Arson Dog Program has put more than 435 dogs and their partners to work in 46 states, the District of Columbia and three Canadian provinces.
How to prevent dog bites
Consider these tips to help reduce the chance of a dog bite injury — and steps to take if your dog bites.
It's not the breed — any dog can bite
Dog bites can happen regardless of the breed, so use caution around canines.
A nose that knows: Support and service dog jobs
Dogs are more than just man's best friend. Some dogs have specialized jobs in the workforce.
Budgeting for a pet
Learn about different costs of owning a pet and how to budget for them.
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