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 […]
Spring is almost here, and with it, come the seasonal allergies. Some days it seems like you step outside into a thick cloud of pollen, ragweed, or even worse, mold. Thankfully humans have remedies that let us enjoy the outdoors without itchy eyes and inflamed sinuses. But what about our pets? They suffer from allergies […]
Jessie Holmes, a 43-year-old who came to Alaska from Alabama more than 20 years ago, earned his first victory in the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race early Friday. As the Anchorage Daily News reports, Holmes crossed under the burled arch in Nome around 2:55 a.m. Friday with 10 dogs on the line. He was pulled […]
Sláinte! St. Paddy’s Day is March 17, and there’s no better time to raise a glass to your Irish roots. Over 32 million Americans claim to come from Irish ancestry, which works out to roughly a tenth of the country. With some much Irish heritage in the US, you can’t escape shamrocks, leprechauns, and pints of Guinness […]
March 13 is K-9 Veterans Day, a time to thank man’s best friends for their decades of selfless service. Throughout history, dogs have accompanied man at work and play. Even in the midst of men’s wars, dogs have been found serving in functions ranging from mascots to weapons of war. Dogs for Defense A lot […]
St. Patrick’s Day is nearly here, and many are getting into the spirit to celebrate the Irish holiday! St. Patty’s Day is typically known for fun, high energy festivities, and while we love the traditions like beer, Irish soda bread, corned beef and cabbage, and shamrocks, did you know which St. Patty’s Day treats can […]
As spring rings in puppy and kitten season, the potential exposure to contagious and deadly viruses increases. These deadly diseases — parvovirus, distemper, and panleukopenia — are preventable. Declaring March as “National Pet Vaccination Month” encourages pet parents to ensure pets are up to date on vaccinations by visiting their veterinarian or a local community […]