Norway has effectively banned the breeding of English bulldogs and Cavalier King Charles spaniels after a court ruled that breeding the brachycephalic pups has only resulted in unhealthy dogs, as reported by Daily Paws. The Oslo District Court delivered its ruling Monday, saying selectively breeding the dogs violates Norway’s Animal Welfare Act, which requires the country’s breeders to breed healthy dogs, the Daily […]
No matter how much you love your pet’s name, never use it as a password, cautions Kelly Merryman, president and chief operating officer of the Digital Security Company Aura. For starters, it’s easy for hackers to learn your dog’s name through social media posts. “You just don’t think about the fact that when you tell stories […]
On average, veterinary hospitals treat one snake bite per week between the months of May and September, in areas where rattlesnakes are prevalent. Thankfully, a preventative vaccine is currently available for dogs—but is it a good fit for your family? This vaccine—given in two doses one month apart the first year, followed by an annual […]
Keeping the distance between coyotes and your pets. It’s the time of the year when coyotes are on the prowl. Vets in areas where coyote populations are prevalent say they’re treating many more dogs injured in coyote attacks recently, and in Nevada, the Department of Wildlife confirms that the number of coyote attack reports are […]
As you consider going camping with your dogs, there are some strategies to take to ensure your pup is happy and healthy. You don’t want to be caught off guard—in the middle of nowhere, without any cell phone service—and have an emergency. Instead, follow these six expert-guided tips from Daily Paws, so everyone enjoys the trail. […]
When planning to travel, many families can’t imagine leaving their pet behind, and we can’t blame them. After all, Mr. or Mrs. Whiskers is an honorary member of the family too. With the right planning, your cat can join in on the fun and travel with purr-fect ease. Country Living magazine consulted their own resident […]
Millions of Americans visit the U.S. national park system every year. As they should, since national parks make great places to take a vacation! But, of course, no vacation can be perfect if our fur family members are back home. Enter dog-friendly national parks. It’s great that you are allowed to bring your dog with you to […]
There’s nothing quite like a cold ice cream cone on a hot summer day. Heck, ice cream sounds appetizing no matter the season. And with fast food chains like Dairy Queen serving up soft serve seven days a week, you don’t have to look too far to satisfy your sweet tooth. But what about your pup? Can dogs […]
No, it isn’t the Westminster Kennel Club dog show. It may look a little like it, but this isn’t the dog show you’re likely used to seeing. This is the “2022 American Rescue Dog Show,” and while it may in some respects resemble that annual event attended by a who’s who of dogdom, it’s different […]
“Kitten Season” is happening all over the country in the springtime. In the parts of the country that experience a version of all four seasons, outdoor cats (and mostly indoor cats who venture out) will begin to breed once it starts to get warm again. Responding to environmental stimuli during the longer days, female cats […]