It seems like there’s a new recall every day, honestly. It’s out of hand, and so many of them impact our pets: it seems like no matter what we try to feed them, it might just be contaminated. As Parade Pets reports, a new recall has been issued: Supercan Bulk is pulling their Pig Ear […]
Few cuddly critters are cuter than inquisitive kittens. But as The Daily Wag reports, their appeal means many pet parents overlook adult shelter cats for adoption in favor of these feline fur-babies. According to The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA), around 3.4 million cats enter shelters annually, and only 37% of these felines […]
According to estimates by the American Heartworm Society, more than one million dogs in the United States are infected with heartworms. These nasty parasites can cause serious, permanent problems in pets, including death. And while treatment is typically effective, it comes with a high price tag and a lot of hassle. Year-round prevention, combined with […]
What goes in must come out. That’s why the first week in April is International Pooper Scooper Week, a week that recognizes a year-round problem and offers solutions to it. This awareness week was introduced in 2008 by the Association of Professional Animal Waste Specialists (aPaws) with the hope of educating pet owners on the […]
According to the latest “True Cost of Pet Parenthood Report” for dogs and cats by Rover, dog parents can expect costs to increase as much as 7% this year, and cat parents could see a 10% increase. This is the sixth report by the online marketplace for pet care. As USA Today reports, the average annual cost […]
According to registration statistics by the American Kennel Club (AKC)—a nonprofit organization maintaining a registry of purebred dogs—the French bulldog was the most popular dog breed in the United States in 2024. This marks the third consecutive year that the breed has claimed the top spot. “The Frenchie has solidified itself as America’s sweetheart, and […]
A California pet food maker has recalled its raw chicken products after they were linked to bird flu infections in two cats and suspected in a third in New York City. As AP News reports, the recall is the latest in recent months tied to products potentially contaminated with the virus that has sickened and killed cats […]
Talk about a tender and uplifting way to conclude the first full day of springtime: The nonprofit organization that oversees the bald eagle nest camera in Big Bear, Friends of Big Bear Valley, has revealed that the much-anticipated Chick-Naming Contest is now open. As NBC4 in Los Angeles reports, the dedicated legion of Jackie and Shadow fans, […]
Sunday, March 23, is National Puppy Day. It’s a special day to celebrate the magic and unconditional love that puppies bring to our lives. But more importantly, it’s a day to help save orphaned puppies across the globe and educate the public about the horrors of puppy mills. National Puppy Day was founded in 2006 […]
