Earlier this month the Metro Richmond Zoo delighted animal lovers by launching “Poppy Cam,” a livestream of the Virginia zoo’s new viral pygmy hippo and her mother, Iris. According to a Zoo press release, the live stream gives fans an overhead view of Poppy’s indoor pool and will be available to watch every day from 9 to 5 […]
As a growing number of cats have gotten sick or died after consuming raw pet food or raw milk contaminated with the H5N1 virus, health officials have advised pet food companies to take extra precautions to protect against bird flu. In recent guidance, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) suggested that pet food manufacturers take precautions in […]
January 28 is National Plan for a Vacation Day, so what better time to talk about the best ways to plan for a stress-free, dog-friendly vacation? Amy Burket, founder of GoPetFriendly.com, knows how to help. As Daily Paws reports, it was mid-2008 when Amy and her husband Rod found themselves adopting a stray German shepherd. The […]
The National Zoo in Washington, D.C., introduced its two new giant pandas to the public on Friday. Bao Li and Qing Bao are 3 years old. They’re part of a conservation program and a historic partnership between the U.S. and China that goes back half a century. History of panda diplomacy As CBS News reports, in 1972, […]
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 […]