On January 24th, we celebrate Change A Pet’s Life Day. This special day is for encouraging people to adopt pets from shelters and raise awareness about animals in need. There are tons of ways to celebrate and change an animal’s life for the better. Even though adoption is encouraged on this day, and many shelters have reduced adoption […]
Hearing the clickety clack of your dog’s nails tapping on hardwood floors? This sound is actually a sign it’s time for a trim. As Yahoo Life reports, veterinarians state that you shouldn’t actually be able to hear your dog walking around. If pet parents don’t stay on top of trimming their nails, it could actually […]
The destruction from the Los Angeles wildfires has been devastating, and as families attempt to rebuild in times of tragedy, it’s important to remember that some of our furry friends need help too. As local Los Angeles-based TV station KTLA 5 reports, animals are just as large of a part of the Southern California community […]
At Luna Lobos Dog Sledding in Utah, the tour begins long before sleds hit the trails. It starts with stories of resilience, a connection to heritage, and a deep commitment to the dogs that call this sanctuary home. As Townlift: Park City News reports, this family-owned business, nestled in Browns Canyon, offers a dog sledding […]
The pooch often described as “the little big dog” now has a shot at being crowned top dog. As The Washington Post reports, last week the American Kennel Club kicked off the new year by adding the Danish-Swedish farmdog to its list of recognized breeds, making it eligible for competition at club events, including its […]
Katie, a 4-year-old dog who lives in Brooklyn, is gaining fame across the country as New York City’s secret weapon in the war on rats. Katie weighs just 12 1/2 pounds and is about 4 years old. According to her doggie DNA test, she is 28% Chihuahua, 16% pug, 16% rat terrier and 40% good […]
A brand of cat food is recalling a line of raw and frozen chow after authorities linked the death of a cat to a batch of feed contaminated with bird flu Tuesday. Northwest Naturals is telling people to toss two-pound bags of the company’s Feline Turkey Recipe that have a best-by date between May 21, 2026, and June 23, 2026. The […]
Visit the Zoo Day is celebrated on December 27 each year, and although the origins of the day are unclear, it is known that the concept of a zoo stretches as far back as a couple of millennia. The word ‘zoo’ is, in fact, the shortest way to refer to a zoological park or garden. […]
As we hustle and bustle in the kitchen making scrumptious traditional favorites and decadent desserts, kitties often poke their noses into all creations. Are there specific Christmas foods cats can eat and ones they should avoid? Yes … and yes! “Like people, cats have their individual dietary sensitivities, so be mindful,” says Genna Mize, DVM, […]
A new top dog has been crowned! Vito the pug was named Best in Show at the 2024 National Dog Show (presented by Purina), which was broadcast on Thanksgiving Day. Vito is the first pug to be named Best in Show at the National Dog Show since the event was first televised in 2002 and […]