A critically endangered, flightless parrot species is breeding for the first time in four years in New Zealand, officials announced Jan. 6. As Live Science reports, the Kākāpō (Strigops habroptilus) are large, flightless, nocturnal parrots with mottled green and yellow plumage that only breed every two to four years. Their breeding seasons are triggered by the […]
Attention pet lovers! San Francisco’s most famous rabbit, Alex the Great, has been honored with a new rescue-focused bunny cafe, that features rescued and adoptable bunnies ready to give an receive all the love you have to spare. The Life & Legacy of Alex the Great “Alex the Great” was a famous therapy rabbit in […]
You probably didn’t know this, but January is National Adopt a Rescued Bird month, a great time to bring a new avian companion into your home. There are literally thousands of abandoned, homeless birds out there in need of adoption, and with the aid of the Internet, you can actually see and learn about them […]
January 14 is National Dress Up Your Pet Day, but as multitudes of pet lovers know, you don’t need an excuse – EVERY day is Dress Up Your Pet Day, right? Playing dress up is a fun celebration of you and your fur baby’s inner fashionista, where you style your pet in a fun costume […]
Choosing the perfect name for your new kitten or cat is a big deal—after all, it’s a name you’ll be saying (and singing) for years to come. Whether you’re looking for something timeless, trendy, or totally unique, the folks at Chewy have crunched the numbers and rounded up the most popular cat names of 2026, based on […]
Choosing the perfect name for your new pup is one of the first—and most fun—decisions you’ll make as a pet parent. Whether you’re inspired by pop culture, looking for something timeless, or want a name that reflects your dog’s unique personality, the trends of 2026 offer something for everyone. The folks at Chewy have analyzed thousands of […]
Dogs come trained in loyalty, unconditional love, and friendship. It’s only the easy stuff that they need to learn. True, teaching all the other stuff can be daunting but all we need is the right advice at the right time. How does the beginning of the year sound? Perhaps that’s why, in 2013, the Association […]
When you adopt or foster a feline friend, you’re overflowing with excitement and can’t wait to demonstrate all your affection. However, most kitties need some personal space and time to adjust. “Any change in routine or environment can be very stressful for a cat, and we’re doing both when we adopt them and take them into our homes,” says […]
Some winter days, dog walks can feel like more of a chore than a good time. That’s kind of the point behind January’s designation as Walk Your Dog Month. During these coldest and shortest days of the year, we all need an excuse to jazz up the daily stroll with the pup and get outside […]
Recall Alert: Country Vet dog treats are being recalled in seven states by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) due to possible Salmonella contamination. About the Recall Consumers Supply Distributing announced the recall right before Christmas. The impacted products are the 4-pound bags of Country Vet Biscuits – Original Meaty Flavor and 4-pound bags of […]