Can you leave cats alone while you're away?
Can you leave your cat while you're on vacation? Find out here.
Pets and Animals
Why is it important to socialize your puppy?
Find out here how socializing your puppy can contribute to his or her overall well-being.
Tips for feeding pets Thanksgiving leftovers
With the holiday season kicking off with Thanksgiving next week, your dog or cat will be begging to be a part of your family dinner.
Thanksgiving Safety Tips
Thanksgiving is a time for friends, family and holiday feasts—but also a time for possible distress for our animal companions.
Man makes 'wheelchair' for pet goldfish
A Texas man helped a goldfish with a bladder disease by building it a custom "wheelchair."
Olly the Jack Russell terrier steals show, hearts
At Friday's annual Cruft's dog show in the United Kingdom, it was Olly the Jack Russell terrier who stole the show.
City first in Minn. to ban sale of dogs, cats in pet stores
A city in Minnesota is the first in the state to ban the sale of dogs and cats in pet stores, joining others throughout the U.S.
How to keep pet food safe
Like humans, pets can contract Salmonella. See tips on how to keep your pet safe and what signs of Salmonella to watch for.
Louisiana starts new tradition, crawfish pardoning
Every November, a turkey is pardoned by the president. Now, Louisiana is putting its spin on the tradition with the first-ever pardoning of the crawfish, WGNO TV reports.
Things around the house that can make your pet sick
Most responsible homeowners make an effort to keep harsh chemicals, rat poison and other dangerous substances away from pets. However, the same people may not realize how many other pet toxins lurk in the home.
Top 10 states for healthiest pets
Care.com put together a list of the healthiest places for pets to live in the United States. The study took into account illness, access to veterinary care and healthy environments,
Measure out how much food and treats your dog eats
Just like people, dogs need to watch their portion sizes to maintain a healthy weight and lower their risk for diabetes, cancer and liver disease.
Go green with your pets
Going green isn't just for humans. Get tips on how to make your pets greener.
German shepherd is top dog at Westminster show
Rumor, a German shepherd, came out of retirement to win best in show Tuesday at the Westminster Kennel Club at Madison Square Garden in New York.
New stars of Westminster Dog Show? Cats
For the first time, cats are taking part in the Westminster Dog Show -- sort of.
PetSmart recalls canned dog food due to possible contamination
PetSmart issued a voluntary recall of some of its canned dog food due to possible metal contamination, WDIV in Detroit has reported.
Pets need seat belts too, expert says
If you take your dog for a ride without restraints, you may be putting your life, and your pet's life, in jeopardy.
Dog rescued after wedging head into wheel
A Montana canine is safe but dog-tired after he found himself stuck in a tight situation.
Russian man keeps lynx as pet
A Moscow man has been found to be keeping a tame lynx in his apartment as a pet, UPI reports.
Study says dogs in shelters prefer reggae music
The journal Physiology and Behavior has released a new study suggesting dogs in animal shelters prefer listening to reggae and soft rock compared to other musical genres.
More than 100 puppies survive crash
More than 100 puppies were rescued after a truck carrying them overturned in New York.
Alaska: Pets will be treated like children in divorce court
USA Today reports Alaska became the first state to require courts to "take into consideration the well-being of the animal" in divorce court proceedings.
Cat with 5 pounds of matted fur gets haircut, new life
A neglected cat who was covered with 5 pounds of matted fur has become an internet star after getting a "makeover."
