August 16th is St. Roch’s Day, or The Feast of St. Roch, celebrating the patron Saint of Dogs. Here’s the story behind the story…. According to The Catholic Company, St. Roch (c.1295 – 1327), also known as St. Rocco, was a nobleman from Montpellier, France, the only son of the wealthy governor of the city. […]
As Food Safety News reports, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration is cautioning pet owners not to feed their pets certain lots of Darwin’s Natural Pet Products raw cat food after samples from these lots tested positive for Salmonella. The FDA recommended that Arrow Reliance Inc. voluntarily recall these products and notify the public, but […]
Tokyo-based clothing company Sweet Mommy has a novel way to keep pets cool. Instead of romping in sprinklers or parking in front of the air conditioner, it’s created “air-conditioned pet clothes” called COOL DOG (though cats can wear them as well). The device is a wearable fan that can be fixed to a pet’s back […]
Have you ever read the descriptions on your cat’s canned food and thought, “Heck, that sounds like a dinner I’d like to eat?” Fess up. You know you have. Well, canned cat food brand Fancy Feast is opening an ultra-limited edition pop up restaurant that gives you a chance to do just that. For two […]
For many engaged couples, one of the best parts of wedding planning is figuring out ways to incorporate their pets into the big day. Some people choose to name specialty cocktails after their dogs or cats, while others print their pictures on custom napkins or place photos of the animals around the room for guests […]
Twenty dogs from across the globe have arrived at their final destination: a forever home. According to SPCA International, the animal protection organization arranged for 20 dogs rescued and adopted by U.S. military members while serving overseas to be flown to New York City, so the canines could reunite with the people who saved them […]
For a lot of new dog owners, it can be difficult to determine how often you should give your dog a bath. But according to the American Kennel Club (AKC®), the truth is, the answer depends on a lot of things. “How frequently a pet needs a bath greatly varies based upon their breed, lifestyle, […]
Oral hygiene is just as important for dogs as it is for humans. Poor oral hygiene can lead to serious life-threatening conditions including kidney, liver, and heart muscle damage. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, 80 percent of dogs show signs of canine periodontal disease as early as age three. Practicing good dental care at home […]
If you’re planning a trip or packing up and moving, there’s a lot to think about when it comes to getting your pet from here to there. Among other things, the expense associated with traveling is a big question mark to consider, especially if you need to fly with your dog via plane vs. other […]
As The Associated Press (AP) reports, wildlife biologists in Connecticut had to rescue a bear cub that got its head stuck in a plastic container, state wildlife officials said. The misadventure happened June 23 when a mother bear with three cubs knocked over a garbage can in the town of Harwinton in Litchfield County, and […]