Category: Pets

Chimps Aren’t Pets. HBO’s “Chimp Crazy” Prompts $10K Reward for Tips that Help Free Exploited Chimpanzees  

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On the heels of the finale of Chimp Crazy—the HBO docuseries from the director of Tiger King that highlights the dangers and cruelty inherent in private ownership of chimpanzees—the animal rights organization PETA is offering a $10,000 reward for evidence that results in the confiscation by law-enforcement authorities of chimpanzees languishing at roadside zoos, in private compounds, and in […]

US Olympic Team Therapy Dog Beacon Returns Home

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Beacon, the golden retriever therapy dog for the U.S. Olympic gymnastics team, has returned home after surgery and a hospital stay, and his owner is now sharing his latest health update. As NBC’s The Today Show reports, the 4-year-old dog was taken to a pet hospital on September 4, where he was treated for a high fever […]

5 Pet Health Trends on the Rise in 2024

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Pets are more than just companions – they’re family. In 2024, there have been some fascinating health trends shaping pet care. As BOSS magazine reports, from preventive healthcare to advanced diagnostics, these trends are pushing traditional practices into the future. You want the best for your furry friend? Of course you do. Stay ahead with […]

September is National Pet Insurance Month – How does it work, and is it right for you?

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September is National Pet Health Insurance Month, designed to share the benefits of having insurance to pet owners. Many people are either unaware of pet health insurance or feel that it is not worth the monthly cost. However, research shows that pet insurance can be extremely beneficial for any pet owner, both financially and emotionally. […]

Beacon, the US Olympic gymnastics Therapy Dog, is Hospitalized

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Beacon, the golden retriever therapy dog for the U.S. Olympic gymnastics team, is still hospitalized while his owner continues to search for answers about his health. As NBC’s Today Show reports, in a new Sept. 6 update, Tracey Callahan Molnar shared that the 4-year-old pup was “tired but still eager and open to gentle hugs, pets and conversation” […]

It’s National Service Dog Month – Let’s Show Service Dogs Some Love for the Extraordinary Work They Do

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September is National Service Dog Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness and showing appreciation for the extraordinary work service animals do every day for the people in their care. National Service Dog Month honors these working dogs for making millions of lives better and safer. They provide companionship, inspire confidence, and live to serve, […]

What is National Wildlife Day, and How We Can All Celebrate

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On September 4th each year, people around the world come together to celebrate National Wildlife Day. This is a day that honors the beauty, diversity, and suppleness of the animal kingdom and the delicate balance that it creates with nature. While initially the day was only celebrated and observed on September 4th, it now is also […]

Study Shows “Button Dogs” Really Do Understand Words

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A new study examined dogs that had been “trained” with soundboard buttons, and the findings are fascinating. As Parade magazine reports, the study published in PLOS ONE on August 28 and conducted by scientists at the University of California at San Diego, is the first in an expected series aimed at ultimately answering the larger question of […]