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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

dog suffering from hearing loss
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Considerations for Deaf Pets

Pets suffering from hearing loss need our attention and love, too! Learn some key things to know from Petside's Advisory Board on living with a deaf pet!
black cat myths
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Black Cat Myths Examined

Black cat myths that have permeated throughout history have garnered these dark felines a negative reputation. We examine some of these myths and seek to show why they shouldn't…
dogs in halloween costumes
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Halloween Pet Safety Tips

Gearing up for Halloween? Keep these safety tips in mind to ensure a safe holiday!
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Choosing Your New Puppy

Are you looking for a new dog? Watch our video with advice on choosing the right puppy for you and your family to ensure a perfect match!
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Inside Assistance Dog Training

Ever wonder how a pooch becomes an assistance dog? We know these valuable animals undergo rigorous training, but for the most part what exactly that training entails remains a…
senior dog undergoing hearing loss
Article

Hearing Loss: How to Tell

Has your dog or cat been a little slower to respond to your calls as of late? If so, they may be beginning to lose their hearing. While hearing loss is a natural part of the aging…
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Children's Book in Hardcover

Mimi and Maty to the Rescue, a book released by the mother of the founder of Freekibble.com, is now available in hardcover. Read more to find out about how they're promoting the…
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Black Russian Terrier

Did You Know. . . Despite the word Terrier in his name, the Black Russian Terrier is a member of the American Kennel Club's Working Group.
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Animals Show Tough Love

Animals can show their young tough love when they are educating them. Click to read some examples from the greater animal kingdom!
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Breed

Puggle

Did You Know. . . People have been crossbreeding dogs for millennia. That’s how the Australian Shepherd, Doberman Pinscher and more, originally got their start.