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Petside is run by pet lovers just like you, and is here to help you be the best pet parents you can be!

Charlie Arcella is the Site Leader for NBC’s Petside.com. He has over 6 years of experience in Digital Business Development, including stints at Lifetime Entertainment, iVillage.com and Disney Interactive Media Group. Throughout his career he has helped his companies build and maintain business relations with partners like P&G, Apple, and Google. Building an engaged audience and effective marketing strategies across all emerging platforms is his mission. He grew up with a Pointer/Dalmatian rescue dog and will one day own a Siberian Husky.

Wendy Toth is the Senior Editor, Lifestyle, for Digital Works @ NBCU. She is an avid animal lover, and lives with her two rescue cats Boris and Zoe in Brooklyn. She's contributed to a number of different publications, including NYTimes.com, iVillage.com, Weight Watchers, Parents and Newsday.

Ryan Karpusiewicz is the Editorial Assistant, Lifestyle, for Digital Works @ NBCU. He also is a pet lover, and is currently a pet brother to four cats and three dogs. He has varied editorial experience, ranging from working with publishing houses (Cambridge University Press) to magazines and websites. He's contributed to a number of different publications, including Scholastic Parent & Child magazine, Momtourage.com, LifeGoesStrong.com, and Mets101.com.

Petside Team's Articles

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Preparing for Hurricane Sandy

With Hurricane Sandy set to ravage the north east, now is more important than ever to learn how you can prepare for a natural disaster with your pet in mind.
world's smallest dog
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World's Smallest Dog?

The World's Smallest Dog could be a 3-month-old terrier from Poland.  Meysi is just 3.25 ounces but needs to be one year old to qualify for record.
Raptor Dog Halloween Costume
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Last Minute Pet Costumes

Check out these last minute Halloween Pet Costumes
native american indian dog
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Native American Indian Dog

Did You Know. . . The Native American Indian Dog has ties to the Husky, the Malamute and the Chinook, as well as dogs from Indian reservations.
Dog Halloween Costumes
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Pet Costumes: Good Idea?

Learn some sage sartorial advice from Petside's Advisory Board on how and when to indulge in pet clothing.
Cat Ballerina Costume
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Photos: Cat Fashions Meow Wear

Check out Carla Reiss' Meow Wear pet fashion show at Meet the Breeds
meet the breeds
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Photos: Meet the Breeds Event

Over 160 dog breeds and more than 50 cat breeds were on display for the AKC's annual Meet the Breeds event. Click through to see great photos of these rare cats and dogs!
Pet Costumes on Display at Halloween Parade
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Tompkins Sq. Halloween Parade

Check out the outrageous Halloween costumes from this year's 22nd annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade
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Maltipoo

Did You Know. . . With the intelligence of the Poodle and the sweetness of the Maltese, the Maltipoo is a smart, darling dog and a loving companion.
Two-Faced Cat
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Freaky and Fantastic Pets

Get in the Halloween state of mind with these freaky and fantastic pet tales