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Properly Supervising Dogs - Whole Dog Journal
good dog supervision
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Euthanasia Rates in Animal Shelters Are Plummeting—Here's Why | Mental Floss
Animal shelters in major American cities have seen a vast increase in adoption rates in the past decade.
Pets & Animals | Cat & Dog Resources
Heartrending Viral Video Shows Dog Chasing Car That Abandoned Him
A heartrending video of a dog chasing a van that abandoned him on a road in Milton, West Virginia, has been gaining thousands of views on Facebook.
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18 Best Dog Breeds for Kids
Kids and dogs have an almost-magical connection with each other—provided you've landed on the right breed. These are the best dog breeds for families.
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Nassau, Bahamas Woman Opened Her Home to Nearly 100 Rescue Dogs Ahead of Hurricane Dorian
As Hurricane Dorian approached the Bahamas, a Nassau resident made sure 97 dogs from her animal refuge were safe and cared for—inside her own home.
Pets & Animals | Cat & Dog Resources
How Do I Get My Dog to Stop Eating Socks | The Bark
Dear Bark: Our adorable dog Mercury eats everything in sight—mostly small socks, but also napkins, dog toys, food wrappers and so much more. We’ve tried to train him to “leave it” and “drop it” and sometimes it works, but usually he becomes po
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Understanding Your Dog's Nose - Whole Dog Journal
All dogs have noses – and they all know how to use them. Our awareness of our dog’s nose capabilities is nothing new. We humans have long taken advantage of our dogs’ scenting prowess in a variety of ways – hounds who track game, rescue dogs who s
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How to Teach Your Dog to Play “Nose Games” - Whole Dog Journal
If competition isn’t your thing, you can do a simpler activity at home with your dog that we call Nose Games. You can do just the easy parts – hiding treats in a room while your dog watches – or go all the way to the advanced stages, where your dog
Pets & Animals | Dogs & Other Animals
Guy Puts Camera In Bowl Of Water And Sets It Outside On The Sidewalk - The Dodo
"The results were amazing" ❤
Pets & Animals | I Love Dogs
15 Everyday Habits of Great Dog Owners | Taste of Home
Are you a good owner or a GREAT one? Check and see how many of these habits you're already doing.
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Cat Heart Disease & Congestive Failure: Warning Signs & Treatment
Let’s go over what to know about heart disease in cats, whether cats have heart attacks, and what you can do to prevent them. ✓ Learn more with Pets Best!
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4 Hazards of Foxtails for Pets
At first glance foxtails, referred to in some regions as cheat grass, seem innocent enough. But beyond that innocent exterior lurks a menace that can easily wreak havoc on your dog or cat’s health. Dogs that come into contact with foxtails stand a good
Pets & Animals | Cat & Dog Resources
Coccidioidomycosis: A Southwestern Hazard - Whole Dog Journal
If you live in or travel to the Southwest, particularly Texas, California, or Arizona, it is important that you know about a fungal infection called coccidioidomycosis. It is also known as San Joaquin Fever or Valley Fever (VF). This fungus can pose a sig
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Owning a Dog (or a Pet!) Improves Heart Health
Researchers say that pet owners in general seem to be in better cardiovascular health, but dog owners were a cut above the rest.
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Dogs are Better at Communicating Emotions to Owners than Cats
A new study conducted in Denmark concludes that pet owners develop a special sensitivity to all dogs' and cats' whines, whimpers, barks, and meows.
Pets & Animals | Animals!
Miniature Horses Now Included on the List of Service Animals Airlines Must Allow to Fly | Mental Floss
Your next flight may include a mini horse riding in coach, thanks to new service animal guidelines released by the Department of Transportation.
Pets & Animals | Animal Rescue Stories
Delaware Becomes First No-Kill State for Animal Shelters
Delaware is making history as the first and only no-kill animal shelter state in the country, according to Best Friends Animal Society, a non-profit animal welfare organization.
Pets & Animals | I Love Dogs
Stray Dog Adopted By Police Loves To Help Them Practice Pat-Downs - The Dodo
He's SO happy to help ❤
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You really shouldn’t declaw your cat. Do this instead. | Popular Science
Declawing a cat can lead to much bigger problems than scratched furniture. Read on.
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People Just Can't Get Enough Of This Adorably Unique-Looking Dog - The Dodo
"Some people think I used a permanent pen to draw his eyebrow or Photoshopped his face."
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Traveling with your dog? Advice on how to do it from people who pulled it off
Recently, Erin Glock and her husband moved from upstate New York to Salt Lake City, Utah with their two golden retrievers, Sammy and Charlie. “That meant a 32-hour drive, and we were determined to drive about 10 hours a day,” she says. They decided…
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Why Dogs Stick Their Head Out of the Car Window
Learn why your dog sticks their head out the car window and how this can be dangerous for not only your dog, but yourself and other drivers.
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My Dog Has Diarrhea ... 7 Home Remedies You Can Try
My dog has diarrhea! This is one of the top problems we're asked to help solve. Here are 7 effective and easy home remedies you can try ...
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Study: Spaying, Neutering Larger Dogs May Cause Obesity, Orthopedic Problems - Study Finds
Spaying or neutering large-breed dogs at any age can increase their risk of obesity later on in life, according to researchers at the Morris Animal Foundation.
Pets & Animals | I Love Dogs
Dog Neutering Has Health Risks for Certain Breeds - The Atlantic
A growing body of research has documented the health risks of getting certain breeds fixed early—so why aren’t shelters changing their policies?
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How to Teach Your Dog to Greet Nicely - Whole Dog Journal
passing by humans and/or dogs without fussing or pulling. Don't expect this to happen without practicing and rewarding your dog for the behavior you want!üThanks to Ally Padgett and Rosi Garcia (above)
Pets & Animals | Animal Rescue Stories
12-Year-Old Is Making Bow Ties for Shelter Dogs In Order To Help Them Find Their Forever Homes
According to Beaux and Paws founder Darius Brown, it’s hard to resist adopting a shelter dog wearing a bow tie.
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Stress Lessens from Just 10 Minutes of Time with Animals
Researchers from Washington State University have found objective, physiological evidence that just 10 minutes spent petting a cat or dog will lower stress levels.
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Five Steps to Stopping Unwanted Behavior - Whole Dog Journal
Most of the time, when dogs do something we don’t want them to do (such as stealing our socks or jumping on our elderly aunt), the first thing out of our mouths is “NO!” We’ve all done it. But you may have had a dog trainer or two tell you not to
Pets & Animals | I Love Dogs
Clever Pup Figures Out Best Way To Soothe Himself During Fireworks
Bathtub + every single toy = ❤️️
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Veterinary Cannabis Researchers Attend ACVIM 2019
CCUSA staff attended the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine Forum, a conference on the latest scientific research for veterinary professionals.
Health & Fitness | Health News
Purina says it’s cracked the (egg) code on feline allergens
News that may save more cats from relinquishment: A diet coated in egg powder has been found to neutralize the protein that causes people to experience allergic reactions to cats.
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Update on grain-free diets and DCM cases in dogs - Whole Dog Journal
On June 27, 2019, the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) released an update to two previous advisories regarding dog food and dogs who had developed dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM). The release made a splash in the mainstream news – but thi
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Vet Issues Warning About Fly Bites On Dogs
A vet has warned dog owners over the dangers of fly bites which appear as large red blotches on the skin and what to do if you notice your dog has been bitten.
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Five Steps to Stopping Unwanted Behavior - Whole Dog Journal
Most of the time, when dogs do something we don’t want them to do (such as stealing our socks or jumping on our elderly aunt), the first thing out of our mouths is “NO!” We’ve all done it. But you may have had a dog trainer or two tell you not to
Pets & Animals | Cat & Dog Resources
The Truth About Grain-Free Dog Foods And DCM | Dogs Naturally
The FDA reports grain-free dog foods may be causing heart disease. Is it grain-free diets or is it an issue that plagues the entire pet industry? ...
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Little Blue Senior Dog Found Roaming The Streets All Alone - The Dodo
“We were mystified, but our vet helped us figure out the blue color (we think)"
Pets & Animals | Cat & Dog Resources
Mast Cell Tumors - Whole Dog Journal
Mast cell tumors (MCTs) are the most common form of malignant skin cancer that occurs in dogs, accounting for about 14 to 21 percent of all skin tumors. There is significant variability in the presentation of MCTs from dog to dog and even from tumor to tu
Pets & Animals | Cat & Dog Resources
FDA: Grain Free Dog Food & Heart Disease | Dog Food Advisor
The latest information regarding the FDA's recent alert regarding a possible link between grain-free dog foods and heart disease
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21 Simple Tricks to Make Your Dog Happier, Smarter, and Less Bored Every Day | The Dog People by Rover.com
Keeping your dog in shape is an important part of dog wellness, but it's...
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Treat Your Very Good Dog to An Adorable Hawaiian Shirt This Summer | Mental Floss
Expawlorer's whimsical Hawaiian shirt for dogs is made for summer playtime with your pup, who deserves an extra belly rub for staying on top of seasonal trends.
Pets & Animals | Pets & Animals
This Smart Tag Is an Essential Fourth of July Accessory for Dogs Afraid of Fireworks | Mental Floss
In addition to keeping your dog calm during fireworks shows this Fourth of July, a smartphone-connected pet tag will help you keep track of them.
Pets & Animals | Cat & Dog Resources
Keep Your Dog Safe from Accidents - Whole Dog Journal
In a 48-hour period last weekend, three dogs who are very close to me ended up in veterinary emergency rooms. It was a very weird aggregation of events – but each event was avoidable, and each dog’s owner has taken responsibility for their dog’s pot
Pets & Animals | I Love Dogs
Why Do Dogs Look So Sad? - The Atlantic
Two specialized muscles give them a range of expression that wolves eyes’ lack.
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The 10 Most Dog-Friendly Workplaces in America
Dog owners are starting to get ecstatic with bring your dog to work day coming up on June 21. Having a pet at work can seem like another job to handle, but it is actually the quite opposite.
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How To Remove Ticks From Your Dog: Dos and Don’ts
Did you just find a tick on your dog? Don't panic! There's an easy way to safely remove it. Find out the do's and don'ts to removing ticks here ...
Pets & Animals | Animals & Pets
Researchers strapped video cameras on 16 cats and let them do their thing. Here’s what they found | Science | AAAS
Science chats with the researcher behind a new attempt to record cats when they’re on their own
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Grumpy Cat’s owner is facing a major financial loss — there’s no insurance for pet influencers
‘Your dog is essentially treated like a table under the law.’
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Grumpy Cat found quick success. Other celebrity pets might have it harder - CNN
Grumpy Cat has died, but she left quite a legacy. She's one of the first pets to make big money for its owner as a successful influencer.
Pets & Animals | Other Kinds Of Animals
Grumpy Cat, the internet's most famous cat, dead at 7 - CNN
Grumpy Cat, arguably the internet's most popular cat and one of its first viral memes, has died aged 7.
Pets & Animals | Cat & Dog Resources
Doris Day, Animal Activist, Remembered | The Bark
With the passing of Doris Day, the world has lost not only a legendary actress and singer but also a pioneering animal activist. Day, 97, who died on May 13 at her Carmel Valley, Calif., home, was a lifelong dog-lover whose dedication to the cause of aban
Pets & Animals | Cat & Dog Resources
CBD Oil Benefits: How To Heal Your Dog With Hemp
Think CBD Oil is overrated? All the research proves it isn't. Here's why your dog needs all those CBD oil benefits - for both treatment and prevention.
Pets & Animals | Animals
Cats rival dogs on many tests of social smarts. But is anyone brave enough to study them? | Science | AAAS
Social cognition researchers are finally probing the secrets of the feline mind—when the cats deign to cooperate
Pets & Animals | Dogs & Other Animals
5 Ways You Can Support Your Local Animal Shelters | Mental Floss
Whether or not you're ready to commit to adding a new member to your family, there are plenty of ways to support shelters on National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day.
Pets & Animals | Animals!
Dogs can tune out noise, just like people at cocktail parties
This discovery is useful for handlers of working dogs, who often have to summon their canines in chaotic situations.
Pets & Animals | Animals & Pets
Missouri Now Has a Retirement Home for Senior Shelter Dogs | Mental Floss
Russell Clothier was tired of seeing old dogs being left behind at animal shelters. So he decided to open up a senior dog sanctuary.
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For its health and yours, keep the cat indoors
At least one running argument among cat lovers is now over: Whiskers, Lucy and Tigger are definitely better off staying indoors, scientists reported Wednesday. Pet cats allowed outdoors, in fact, are nearly three times as likely to become infected with p
Pets & Animals | I Love Dogs
How Dogs Find Their Way Home - The New York Times
Lost dogs rely on a fine sense of smell to map their location.
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Cats Recognize Their Own Names—Even If They Choose to Ignore Them - Scientific American
Scientific American is the essential guide to the most awe-inspiring advances in science and technology, explaining how they change our understanding of the world and shape our lives.
Pets & Animals | Animals & Pets
Dog Runs Grueling Desert Ultramarathon Just For Fun
This is Cactus, a Moroccan runner who completed the grueling Marathon des Sables through the Sahara Desert earlier this week. He is talented and he is also a dog.
Pets & Animals | Cat & Dog Resources
Family Uses Special Sling For Needy Senior Siamese Cat With Arthritis - The Dodo
"He follows my mum around the house miaowing till she strokes him so she thought this would help."
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Sometimes Dogs are Best Left Home | Whole Dog Journal
I knew that with so many people coming to see the flowers, bringing a dog would be no fun for the dog nor me.
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Fish Oil For Dogs: Safe Or Not?
Fish oil for dogs - is it a good idea to feed it as a supplement? Fish oil has DHA, EPA, and Omega-3s... but is it safe for your dog to eat?
Pets & Animals | pets and animals
Dog owners are much happier than cat owners, survey finds - Portland Press Herald
Pet owners and non-pet owners are equally happy (or unhappy) but among pet owners, there is a big difference.
Pets & Animals | Cat & Dog Resources
Tea Tree Oil Diffusers Are Toxic to Dogs | Whole Dog Journal
Although exposure to any essential oil is generally most concentrated when it directly contacts skin, tea tree oil diffusers and liquid potpourri present specific health concerns to dogs. These items release essential oils like tea tree continually into t
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Pet Dangers That Aren’t Food: Essential Oils, Houseplants, and More
You know the foods that are harmful to your pet. But what about the dangers around your house? From plants to essential oils, here are some pet dangers that aren’t food.
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I Was Threatened With Eviction — But This All-Natural Solution Saved Me -
Aggression. Digestive issues. Destruction. And barking—so much barking. That’s what I was facing on a daily basis, every time I’d leave my beautiful dog alone. I was worried and stressed—I didn’t know what to do anymore. Between angry neighbors,
Pets & Animals | I Love Dogs
Inseparable Dog and Cat Best Friends Surrendered in the Same Carrier Now Have New Home Together
Shelter workers said Kitty the cat would yell anytime she was separated from Leila the dog
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Study: Dogs Experience Profound Personality Changes As They Age - Study Finds
It's probably no surprise to their owners, but dogs, much like people, have distinct personalities (canine-alities?) that shift and change over time, according to a new study.
Pets & Animals | I Love Dogs
Blind Senior Dog Finds A Puppy Friend To Show Him The Way
Charlie's spirit has blossomed with his new best friend by his side.
Pets & Animals | Animals
Cat found safe after going on a ride under hood of car | abc7.com
A cat is safe after going on a ride under the hood of a car. Kaleah Michelle tweeted a video along with a message saying "I was driving and heard a 'meow' and look what we found".
Science & Technology | Israeli Innovation
OurCrowd to set up Israel pet health tech hub with Australian partner
Innovation lab will aim at growing field of digital health technologies for pets, a global market worth billions
Pets & Animals | Animals & Pets
Baby, dog fight for soldier's attention in heartwarming military homecoming
This soldier's return home turned into an all-out contest for his affection.
Pets & Animals | I Love Dogs
Petco Workers Find Senior Dogs Abandoned In Store Bathroom
“They were shaking and they wanted to be together.”
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This Company Makes Cardboard Tanks to Help Your Cat Conquer the World
To conquer the world, cats need cutting-edge military technology. That's why Suck UK creates awesome cardboard gadgets.
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Realistic Masks of Your Own Pet's Face
A Company Makes Enormous, Human-Head Size Replicas of Your Own Pet's Face
Pets & Animals | Cat & Dog Resources
Mast Cell Tumors in Dogs: Is It Always Cancer? | Whole Dog Journal
Mast cell tumors (MCTs) are one of the most frequent skin cancers seen in dogs. For mast cell tumors, there are several predisposed breeds including Boxers, American Staffordshire terriers, and pit bulls.
Pets & Animals | pets and animals
Diseases Your Pets Can Pass to You Shown in Pictures
You may not be able to catch a cold from Fido, but you can catch some nasty stuff. Learn what illnesses your pets can share and their treatment options.
Pets & Animals | Dogs & Other Animals
5 of History's Biggest Dogs
Some of the world's largest dogs have tipped the scales in excess of 300 pounds and stood taller than some NBA players.
Pets & Animals | I Love Dogs
Adorable Group Photos of Dogs Who Pack Walk Together Every Day in Saratoga Springs, New York
Saratoga Dog Walkers in upstate New York offers a wonderful opportunity for local dogs to walk as a pack together on a daily basis. This program offers
Pets & Animals | I Love Dogs
4 of the Most Common Dog Behaviors, Decoded
What’s up, Fido? Get the scoop behind four common dog behaviors to understand what your furry friend is trying to say to you.
Pets & Animals | I Love Dogs
'Stray' Dog Reunites With Owner Who Spent 8 Years Looking For Her - The Dodo
“She just responded to me right away, like, ‘Is that you?’”
Pets & Animals | Animals & Pets
Puppy Brings Smiles to Patients at South Charleston Dentist Office
February is Pediatric Dentistry month and a local dentist office has a unique way of keeping it's tiny patients calm and comfortable.
Pets & Animals | Pets & Animals
This Interactive Toy Plays With Your Dog When You're Busy Folding Laundry or Watching Your Favorite Show | Mental Floss
The Wickedbone is a smart, interactive dog toy that lets you be as hands-on or hands-off as you want. Here's how to get one on Amazon.
Pets & Animals | Animals
Winky the Bichon Frise does the Westminster agility contest at a leisurely pace, is our hero
Winky the Bichon Frise stole the show at Westminster's agility contest.
Pets & Animals | Animals & Pets
13 Behind-the-Scenes Secrets of Dog Show Handlers
Here's how they know you should never put liver in your pantyhose—and why that Busy Bee scene in 'Best in Show' may not be so far-fetched.
Pets & Animals | Dogs & Other Animals
Iran said to ban dog walking in Tehran
Canines also barred from riding in cars; police chief reportedly warns defiant dog owners will be 'dealt with severely'
Pets & Animals | I Love Dogs
Camera Catches Cat Comforting Anxious Dog While Owner Is Away
It was the sweetest surprise.
Pets & Animals | Pets & Animals
Bill introduced to make animal cruelty a federal felony
WASHINGTON (WSET) — Two lawmakers have introduced a bill that would make animal cruelty and bestiality a felony nationwide. The Orlando Sentinel reportsthe Preventing Animal Cruelty and Torture (PACT) Actwould target "crushing, burning, drowning, su
Pets & Animals | Cat & Dog Resources
25 Interesting Facts About Cats You May Not Have Known
Aside from fish, cats are the most popular pet of choice in American households today. Approximately 94 million cats in the United States are the proud owners of humans, and we wouldn't have it any
Pets & Animals | Cat & Dog Resources
Reduce Your Dog's Cancer Risks
Veterinary oncologists say that cancers in humans and in dogs are incredibly similar, in terms of growth and prognosis. That s good news for both species, as research of human or canine cancer may yield insight about and new treatments for this deadly dis
Pets & Animals | Cat & Dog Resources
The 10 Most Important Things to Teach A Puppy | Whole Dog Journal
The primary puppy socialization window is alarmingly small: from three to four weeks, to about 13 to 14 weeks.
Pets & Animals | Cat & Dog Resources
How Much Training Does Your Dog Really Need?
Teaching a dog new behaviors can be lots of fun, and there are tons of people and dogs who thoroughly enjoy daily training and engaging in various canine sports or activities. However, it s equally important to give yourself permission to take the pressur
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Hilarious moment man is reunited with his lost dog, who then returns with another pooch and a goat | Daily Mail Online
Kyle Krier's wife let out their black Labrador who disappeared. Kyle, from Kansas, went searching for 'Bo.' But when he found him, he wasn't alone. The pet made friends with another lab and a goat.
Pets & Animals | Cat & Dog Resources
Paw Preference And Behavior Problems | The Bark
Paw and hand preferences are of great interest in behavior and psychology because they are an indication that one side of the brain is more active than another. A preference for using the right side of the body (hand or paw) is associated with a more acti
Pets & Animals | Cat & Dog Resources
TSA Opts For Dogs With Floppy Ears | The Bark
If you’ve ever felt as though the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) agents at the airport don’t care at all about how you feel while being screened, you are not alone, but you might be wrong. The evidence for that assertion is that the TSA
Pets & Animals | Cat & Dog Resources
9 Brands of Dog Food Recalled Due to Potentially Toxic Levels of Vitamin D
The FDA is alerting pet owners about recalls of several dry dog foods after receiving complaints that dogs eating the food experienced vitamin D toxicity.
Pets & Animals | I Love Dogs
Dogs Wait Patiently Outside Hospital For Homeless Owner To Get Better
All six of them refused to leave the entrance.
Pets & Animals | Cat & Dog Resources
Dog Accessories 2019: Best Dog Gear of the Year | Whole Dog Journal
Here are five pages of top-quality dog accessories for 2019 that you and your dog will truly enjoy.
Pets & Animals | Cat & Dog Resources
Bloating in Dogs Treatable with Gastropexy | Whole Dog Journal
Symptoms of bloat, which is incredibly painful for the dog, include pacing and restlessness; a distended abdomen; turning to look at or bite at the flank area; rapid, shallow breathing; retching without actually vomiting up any food, and excessive droolin
Pets & Animals | Other Kinds Of Animals
Kitten Hilariously Learns That the Floating Triangles Reflected in the Mirror Are Attached to Her Head
While sitting on her human's bed, a funny little Scottish straight kitten named Mimo spotted a couple of floating triangles reflected in the dresser
Pets & Animals | Other Kinds Of Animals
A Determined Bunny Tenaciously Digs at the Dirt in an Effort to Free a Kitten Trapped Behind a Wall
A determined little bunny who grew very concerned about a feline friend who was stuck behind a corrugated wall, tenaciously dug at the dirt and pushed it
Pets & Animals | Cat & Dog Resources
New Research: Does Neutering Help With Aggression?
It's long been accepted that neutering will help improve behavior. But what does does research show? Does Neutering Help With Aggression?
Pets & Animals | Cat & Dog Resources
Dogs & the Law: End of Year Review | The Bark
Every year, the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) uses compliance with more than 90 policy ideas to rank states on their humane treatment of animals; as a metric, the organization looks at successfully enacted legislation. The trend, overall, is
News | Animal Links
People with depression, all treatment failed, until they adopted a pet
By Christian Jarrett. The companionship and responsibilities involved in looking after a pet may help combat depression.
Pets & Animals | Cat & Dog Resources
Congestive Heart Failure in Dogs: Holistic Treatment Options
Congestive heart failure in dogs: what is this serious condition, how is it treated and is there any way to prevent it? Here's what you need to know.
Pets & Animals | Animals & Pets
12 of the strangest dog behaviors explained
Dogs often exhibit strange behavior like sniffing other dogs' butts, eating poop, getting "the zoomies," and more. Here's why.
Pets & Animals | Cat & Dog Resources
Dog Etiquette: Turning Your Dog Into a Gracious Guest | The Bark
Shortly after we were married, my husband and I spent the holidays with my in-laws, and we brought our young dog, Bugsy. He was social; had an excellent stay; came when called; had no history of food thievery; and would not lift his leg indoors, even on a
Science & Technology | Tech News
Ford comes up with a prototype noise-cancelling kennel to shelter dogs from fireworks
Dogs have a much wider range of hearing than humans do and noises that don’t bother us can give them a very ruff time. Fireworks are especially tough on many pups and also hard on owners who have to calm their panicking pets. To potentially help them, F
Pets & Animals | Cat & Dog Resources
How To Train Your Pet To Get Their Teeth Brushed
If you’re one of the few pet owners whose cat or dog doesn’t easily sit through a full toothbrushing session without complaint, here’s some help. Some pets will buck, roll, and squirm away the first couple times you try and brush their teeth. But it
Pets & Animals | Animals & Pets
Ohio Shelter Is Giving Dogs Short-Term Homes for the Holidays With Its “Sleepover” Program
Here's hoping you fall in love and make it a permanent thing.
Pets & Animals | pets and animals
How do cats stay so clean? Video reveals secrets of the feline tongue | Science | AAAS
Three-dimensional scans and thermal imaging give unprecedented insight into cat grooming
Pets & Animals | Cat & Dog Resources
Dog Limping: Possible Causes and Treatments
When your dog is limping it s time to consult with a veterinarian. They may have you rest your dog and monitor at home for 24-48 hours depending on the severity of the problem. If the limp doesn t improve or worsens, they will likely have you come in for
Pets & Animals | Cat & Dog Resources
The Scooting Dog Decoded | Whole Dog Journal
Why is your dog dragging his butt across the carpet? Not just annoying to watch, this behavior is usually indicative of infected or impacted anal sacs.
Pets & Animals | pets and animals
Pets Improve Your Health in Pictures
Are you as happy as your dog or cat? WebMD's slideshow covers pet habits that could teach us a lesson in becoming happier and healthier.
Pets & Animals | I Love Dogs
11 Ways To Make Your Dog Feel Less Alone When You’re At Work All Day
It's one thing to leave your dog home alone when you've got a quick errand to run. It's a whole other situation when you leave your fur kiddo home for the eight hours or so while you're at work. But it's a pretty common scenario. Most dog owners…
Pets & Animals | I Love Dogs
Sick Stray Dog Walks Right Through Doors Of Shelter And Happily Falls Asleep
She found the perfect people to help.
Pets & Animals | Animals & Pets
Big Dog Surprised To Discover Someone Tiny Has Taken Over Her Bed - The Dodo
She came up with the cutest solution.
Pets & Animals | I Love Dogs
28 Tweets About Dogs That Even Cat People Will Smile At
Sometimes it feels like dogs are the last good thing we have left.
Pets & Animals | pets and animals
7 Little Ways Your Pets Are Keeping You Healthy
As if you needed more reasons to love them.
Politics | Leftist Lunacy
Environmentalists: To Save The World, Dump Your Pets
According to a study out Monday on global climate change, your dog (or your cat) is probably killing the environment, and if you want to stem the tide of global warming, it's time to say "good-bye" to Fido and Fluffy.
Pets & Animals | Animals
'Gold-diggin' dog swindles free burgers from McDonald's
Princess can't seem to curb her craving for Big Macs and fries, so the dog has taken to sneaking out at night and walking herself to the parking lot of a local McDonald's in Oklahoma City to get her fix of free burgers.
Pets & Animals | Cat & Dog Resources
How to Play "Search Me!" | Whole Dog Journal
The search me! game uses lots of energy and can tire out your very active dog, and offers very practical applications as well. Start with treats, since most dogs will happily look for food.
Pets & Animals | Dogs & Other Animals
Do Dogs Understand What You’re Telling Them? Scientists Are Scanning Their Brains to Find Out
Researchers are trying to figure out how dogs distinguish between human words.
Pets & Animals | Animal Rescue Stories
Arizona Animal Sanctuary Needs Volunteers to Cuddle Rescued Wolfdog Puppies
A dog sanctuary and rehabilitation center near Clarkdale, Arizona, has been flooded with phone calls and emails ever since it asked for volunteers to come cuddle their rescued wolfdog puppies. Nonprofit organization Pets Return Home recently saved more than two dozen pups—plus two pregnant moms—from being euthanized in Northern California
Pets & Animals | Cat & Dog Resources
CBD & Dogs: A Primer | The Bark
Brought to you by Innovet Pet Products For both people and animals, medicine tends to trend high-tech. One of the most promising new veterinary drug therapies, however, incorporates ingredients derived from cannabis, a plant that’s been in use by humans
Pets & Animals | Cat & Dog Resources
Study Reveals Surprising Reason Behind Feline Obesity
A stunning 1 in 5 cat owners, when surveyed, didn't know this about feeding their pet; further, 1 in 4 owners admit their pet has food-related medical problems.
Pets & Animals | I Love Dogs
Dog Can't Sleep Unless He's 'Burritoed' In His Favorite Blanket
His routine is very important to him.
Pets & Animals | Dogs & Other Animals
Stray Dog Was So Matted No One Knew What Kind Of Dog He Was
He looks SO different now!
Pets & Animals | Animal Rescue Stories
Cyclist Gives Piggyback Ride To Puppy Who Desperately Needed Help
The lonely puppy was injured, so his rescuer got creative.
Pets & Animals | Animal Rescue Stories
25 Shelter Dogs Who Made It Big
From four-legged movie stars to heroic rescue dogs, some of history's most amazing pooches were adopted from shelters.
Pets & Animals | Dogs & Other Animals
Clever puppy escapes his house and then rings the doorbell to get back in
A puppy managed to escape his home, but then figured out how to ring the doorbell to get back inside.
Pets & Animals | Animal Rescue Stories
25 Benefits of Adopting a Rescue Dog
According to the ASPCA, 3.3 million dogs enter shelters each year in the United States. Although that number has gone down since 2011 (from 3.9 million) there are still millions of dogs waiting in shelters for a forever home. October is Adopt a Shelter Do
Pets & Animals | Pets & Animals
Man Adopts 45 Dogs And Sets Them Free On His Four Acres Of Land
It’s great that dog shelters exist, but a dog’s experience in one can still be pretty bad. They live in
Pets & Animals | Animals & Pets
Good Samaritan arrested after helping animals survive Florence
A woman was taken into custody after providing care to more than two dozen animals – 17 cats and 10 dogs – for owners who had to evacuate.
Pets & Animals | I Love Dogs
Dog jumped into the hot tub, his reaction has left more than 2 million people in stitches
This pooch knows how to relax
Pets & Animals | I Love Dogs
Hurricane Florence Heroes Rescue 6 Trapped Dogs from Rising Waters: 'They Would Have Drowned'
Rescue workers continue to help those in the Carolinas stranded after the devastating damages of Hurricane Florence, including six dogs who were found abandoned in a locked cage in Leland, North Carolina, as flood waters rose
Pets & Animals | Animals & Pets
How You Can Help Animals Affected by Hurricane Florence | Mental Floss
Test your knowledge with amazing and interesting facts, trivia, quizzes, and brain teaser games on MentalFloss.com.
News | Animal Links
Why Do Cats Meow at Humans? | Psychology Today
Have you ever seen your cat at meow at other cats? Probably not. But your cat meows at you, right? Sometimes non-stop? There's a reason for this.
Pets & Animals | Man's Best Friend
The New Dog Sport: A Dog’s Nose Work Is Never Done | The Outline
Nose work is a new sport in which dogs seek out specific scents. It’s also an opportunity to let dogs do what they do best.
