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How locals, and their pets, can stay safe in the heat over Memorial Day weekend  8News

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) -- Whenever it's hot, it's important to take a little extra time and effort to stay cool. The weekend's forecast is just a taste of what's to come ...

Important steps to stay healthy around pets  Idaho State Journal

Whether you are playing with, feeding, or cleaning up after your pet, it is important to wash your hands to help reduce the risk of getting sick from germs pets.

How can we say we love our pets when we treat them so badly?  The Guardian

There are so many ways we fail our pets – from daily neglect to the owner who had her healthy dog killed to be buried with her, asks Chas Newkey-Burden.

How locals, and their pets, can stay safe in the heat  8News

Whenever it's hot, it's important to take a little extra time and effort to stay cool. The weekend's forecast is just a taste of what's to come as the summer months ...

Printed and online material proves people love their pets  The Daily Nonpareil

A cursory search for various types of reading material geared for those who love animals did not turn up empty handed. I searched online for the most popular ...

Keeping pets safe in the heat: Tips  WSLS 10

With hot weather coming, and with many people like to be outside this weekend celebrating Memorial Day, the Pittsylvania Pet Center has some tips for keeping ...

‘The Secret Life of Pets 2’ Review: A Silly and Sweet Sequel That Should Be Put on a Leash  IndieWire

There are, somehow, three entire plotlines that drive Chris Renaud's fizzy, frequently silly “The Secret Life of Pets 2,” a worthy if slightly less delightful sequel to ...

The Independent Southern Utah Adoptable Pets Guide  The Independent | SUindependent.com

The Independent Southern Utah Adoptable Pets Guide features adoptable pets from various animal shelters throughout southern Utah. Get a new pet today!

Nashville Humane Association holding pet adoption event celebrating launch of new pet health app  NewsChannel5.com

Nashville Humane Association is holding a special pet adoption event today, at which professional athletes are set to appear, to celebrate NHA's partnership ...

News How to keep your pets safe during dangerously hot temps Laken Bowles 12:25 PM  NewsChannel5.com

Possible record-breaking heat is expected this weekend as temps soar into the 90s. Here's how to keep your pets safe.

Keeping pets safe during warmer conditions  WKBN.com

Their body temperatures increase as the heat climbs.

Cold Noses: Adoptable Pets of the Week  The Florida Times-Union

Cold Noses, the Times-Union's weekly pet column, features pets available for adoption at area government-run shelters. For more go to Jacksonville.com and ...

Humane Society of Missouri offers shelter for pets of families displaced by tornadoes  KMOV.com

The Humane Society of Missouri is offering help to pet owners displaced by a tornado which ravaged Jefferson City, Missouri, earlier this week. The organization ...

California veterinarians could soon recommend medical marijuana for pets  WLS-TV

The California Senate voted 33-0 Thursday to let pet owners 18 and older purchase medical marijuana for their animals if they have a recommendation from a ...

Gallery: Pets of the week: Meet Cheese | Local Photo Galleries  nwitimes.com

Sox is a 4-year-old female Galgo from Spain. She just recently made her big adventure over to the United States in May. She is a very affectionate dog that loves ...

Would you break up with someone over a pet? For many, survey said yes  WSLS 10

The survey polled 1000 participants who are currently in a relationship with a pet owner, and asked a whole slew of questions.

Microchipping pets will be more affordable in June during National Pet Preparedness Month  CBS17.com

WAKE COUNTY, N.C. (WNCN) - June is National Pet Preparedness Month and it is also when Care First Animal Hospital and the Wake County SPCA will ...

The heatwave is coming! How to protect yourself, kids and pets  WTVD-TV

With temperatures set to approach the triple digits during the next week, state health officials are warning people to take caution while outside.

Adopt these pets: A pig, a pointer mix and a tabby  STLtoday.com

These pets are available for adoption from the Humane Society of Missouri. Hours and directions • hsmo.org. Because of the quick turnaround time of these ...

Officers urge people not to leave children and pets in hot cars  CBS19 News

Albemarle Police and the Charlottesville Fire Department are reminding people not to leave their children or pets inside of a hot vehicle during the summer ...

Colorado Springs area pet adoption fairs and events starting May 25  Colorado Springs Gazette

Cats, dogs, pet adoption and other pet events in and around Colorado Springs.

Warner Bros’ ‘DC Super Pets’ Animated Movie Moves To 2022  Deadline

Warner Bros has pushed back the release of DC Super Pets, its animated film based on the kids cartoon franchise, to May 22, 2022.

Pet-Friendly Workplaces Are a Win-Win For Employee Wellbeing And For Business  Forbes

Resilience is a major weapon in the fight against mental illness. One of the best ways to build resilience is to identify and support those things in our lives that ...

Pets of the Week  Urbana Daily Citizen

Barely Used Pets (dog). Visitors and potential adopters are welcome during regular hours. Please visit our website: http://www.barelyusedpets.com. Also, like us ...

Grumpy Cat’s owner confronts the fact that pet life insurance is not designed for the influencer set  MarketWatch

'Your dog is essentially treated like a table under the law.'

Neighbors claim pets poisoned by rat pellets on Daniel Island  ABC NEWS 4

Daniel Island residents claim they've found dozens of rat poison pellets in their yards. Now, several claim their pets are getting sick because of it. "Either way it's ...

CAPA Pet of the Week: Ivy  Santa Ynez Valley News

Ivy is a very sweet and affectionate four-year-old female, gray standard Schnauzer mix available for adoption at Animal Services – Lompoc.

Veterinarians remind folks to leave pets out of cars this summer  rocketcitynow.com

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - The next few months will be bringing some serious heat and veterinarians are reminding folks to be smart when it comes to your precious ...

Want to Know About Pets and What's Legal in Humboldt? The Animal Control Officer Has Answers  Redheaded Blackbelt

Information from the Humboldt County Sheriff's YouTube Channel answers questions about leash law, when it is legal to shoot an animal, what to do about a ...

Purr-fect pets for adoption in and around Colorado Springs  Hoodline

Looking to add a new companion to the family? There are dozens of pets up for adoption at animal shelters in and around Colorado Springs, so you won't have ...

Exotic Animals Don't Make Good Pets  JSTOR Daily

They might be cute, but animals like otters are difficult to take care of. Plus, there are ecological concerns inherent in removing them from the wild.

Adoptable pets from Arizona Humane Society and Maricopa County Animal Care (5/24/19)  ABC15 Arizona

Want to save the life of a shelter pet and bring a new best friend into your home? There are hundreds of adoptable cats and dogs awaiting a new home. Here are ...

Feature: Pet Adoption Day in Hong Kong cultivates love for animals - Xinhua | English.news.cn  Xinhua

HONG KONG, May 25 (Xinhua) -- It's not a usual Saturday scene at a Hong Kong shopping mall: in the middle of many curious children sitting a lop rabbit, ...

Man faces 60 counts of animal cruelty after exotic pets taken from house  WMC

A Marion man is in jail after his home was found with a number of exotic animals inside.

High temperatures require caution with kids, pets in hot cars  wgxa.tv

MACON, Ga. -- Some people may think it's as simple as rolling down your windows to keep your car cool. But experts say even with your windows down, ...

Free "Pets For Vets" in Jackson  WLNS

The Jackson County Animal Shelter is giving free adoptions of either one dog or two cats to veterans.

A Potential Game Changer for Pets with Diabetes  Tufts Now

When Olaf, a four-year-old Siberian husky, was diagnosed with diabetes in February, there wasn't anything his owners, Gina and Brian Dacey, wouldn't do to ...

SPCA of Wake County waives pet adoption fees for veterans, military families through Memorial Day  WTVD-TV

The SPCA of Wake County is running a pet adoption deal for veterans and military families through Memorial Day.

4 ways to make sure your pet survives tornadoes, wildfires, hurricanes and other disasters  USA TODAY

Preparing for the worst can help you keep your pets with you, keep them healthy, and maximize the chances of reunification if they must be left behind.

Pet Insurance Company Worried Anti-Vaccination Beliefs Could Be Affecting Pets and Their Health  PEOPLE.com

Healthy Paws Pet Insurance says they have seen a decrease in the number of dogs getting their core vaccinations, including the rabies vaccine.

Adopt these 19 cute pets on Staten Island this weekend: May 25-26  SILive.com

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- Check out furry friends up for adoption this weekend. The devoted volunteer animal rescue groups listed below have dozens of animals ...

Law professor explains pet owner's dying wish for dog  CNN

Law professor Gary Francione tells CNN's Michael Smerconish the reasons why it's not unusual that a pet owner had her dog euthanized and buried with her ...

Talking to your pet is not so wacky after all. It's actually good for you - and your health  USA TODAY

May is mental health month. Here is a fun fact: Talking to your pet can help you and your health by combating loneliness.

4 people, 3 pets displaced in Virginia Beach house fire  13newsnow.com WVEC

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — A family of four and their three pets are displaced after a fire damaged their home Saturday afternoon, a fire official said. The fire was ...

Fireman hurt, pets die in Mahoningtown fire | Local News | ncnewsonline.com  New Castle News

'Revenue numbers are up because of the Trump economy, and we've kept state spending increases under the rate of inflation. My preference would be that we ...

Idexx Labs is counting on millennials to boost the pet-care industry  CNBC

"[Millennials] are more likely to go to the vet more frequently and more willing to listen to an advanced standard of care," Jonathan Ayers says.

Spay and Neuter KC, Wayside Waifs canvas neighborhood to help pets  KSHB

Spay and Neuter Kansas City and Wayside Waifs went door-to-door in a Kansas City neighborhood Wednesday morning to share resources with pet owners.

Pets of the week for May 21, 2019  Duluth News Tribune

Ash is a 1-year-old tan American shelter dog who is available for adoption through Animal Allies in Duluth. Ash is an energetic and friendly guy who would ...

Road-Tripping With Pets? Here's What You Need to Know | News  Cars.com

May 20, 2019 - With the Memorial Day weekend around the corner, summer road trips are about to begin. If your passengers include the family pet, check out ...

Anti-vaxx movement for pets is a 'death sentence,' vets warn  New York Post

Vets around the country say they are seeing increased cases of pet owners influenced by anti-vaccination rhetoric shun inoculation against dangerous diseases ...

Tip of the Week: A pet's license is their ticket home  The News Guard

Buying a license for your dog isn't just about the law--it can save your dog's life. Anyone who has experienced the panic and sorrow of having a lost dog knows ...

Russell Wilson Working to Protect Both People and Their Pets from Domestic Violence  PEOPLE.com

The Seattle Seahawks quarterback has joined the Banfield Foundation's Safer Together initiative in an effort to provide more resources to pet owners in abusive ...

VIDEO: Fireman hurt, pets die in Mahoningtown fire  New Castle News

By Debbie Wachter. New Castle News. A New Castle fireman reportedly underwent surgery today after he broke his leg while fighting an early-Friday morning ...

More colleges are adopting pet-friendly policies  USA TODAY

Colleges are increasingly allowing students to bring their cats and dogs to live with them on campus.

Cat people vs. dog people: Pet nicknames, pet cuddles, lint rollers and more  PennLive.com

A national survey of cat owners and dog owners has revealed a lot about our attitudes and behaviors toward our pets.

Commissioner Mike Strain offers tips to prepare livestock & pets for high waters near Morganza  KLFY

LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY) - Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry Commissioner Mike Strain is urging livestock and farm equipment owners near the ...

How lab tests show pet food ingredients are no better or cleaner than off-shelf brands  WJLA

WASHINGTON (ABC7/WJLA) - You want the best for your pets and when they're sick, sometimes that means buying expensive prescription pet food. Because ...

Anti-Vax Movement Spreads To Pet Population  CBS Sacramento

SACRAMENTO (CBS13) — The growing anti-vax movement has spread to the pet population. Fewer dog and cat owners are opting to get their furry friends ...

Minds uneasy after pet is euthanized to be buried with owner  WBRZ

Veterinarians and funeral homes in Virginia are rejecting the idea that pets should be buried with their owners after a recent case in which a dog was euthanized ...

DC Super Pets Animated Film Release Date Pushed Back | CBR  CBR

Warner Bros. animated DC Super Pets movie, originally set for a mid-2021 theatrical release, has been delayed.

How this sticker could help protect your pet  WQAD Moline

"Anybody who has a pet should probably have this in their home."

Meet The 6 Candidates For Pet Mayor of Edgewater — 4 Dogs, 1 Cat And A Dapper Goat  Block Club Chicago

EDGEWATER — The six candidates for Pet Mayor of Edgewater have been selected and they are adorable. In order to promote the neighborhood as “the most ...

Men caught on camera stealing puppies worth $44,000 from Houston pet store  WGHP FOX 8 Greensboro

HOUSTON — In the middle of the night, a bizarre burglary was caught on camera. Two guys broke into a pet store, threw dogs into duffel bags and took off.

Capacity crisis at Harris County Animal Shelter means $10 adoptions  KTRK-TV

After over 200 animals arrived in under 48 hours, the Harris County Animal Shelter needs your help to save lives!

Pets Are Like Family, So Why Do They Get Left Behind During Disasters?  Gizmodo

Michelle Nestle never really understood the meaning of a flash flood until water rushed into her house in the middle of the night. It was the summer of 2017, and ...

This video explains why dogs are most dramatic pets  KCRA Sacramento

We took a stab at understanding why your dog is being so extra. Watch this video to see these dogs' explanation for their behavior. Wondering why your pet is ...

A curious little kitten and more pets up for adoption in Phoenix-area shelters this week  AZCentral

Each week, The Republic highlights some of the adoptable pets in the Valley. This week includes a curious little kitten and a goofy doggo.

Exotic Pets Startle Firefighters in Tamaqua  WNEP Scranton/Wilkes-Barre

TAMAQUA, Pa. -- A fire Sunday night in one part of Schuylkill County ended up revealing much more than expected. When fire officials arrived, they found the ...

Walmart wants to fetch more pet business with in-store vet clinics and an online pet pharmacy  The Washington Post

As Americans spend more than ever on their furry friends, Walmart is getting pet-smart with products and services, including an expanded fleet of in-store ...

Storm anxiety a real concern for some people and pets, here are some ways to help  WWMT-TV

With an active week of severe weather both in West Michigan and across much of the United States, some people may struggle with anxiety leading up to, during ...

Loved to death: Is euthanizing pets to be buried with dead owners OK?  WSAZ-TV

RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - Sometimes, people love their pets too much. Such was the case with Emma, a healthy Shih Tzu mix that was recently euthanized ...

Americans are treating their pets like children. That's good news for Chewy  CNN

Americans' obsession with their pets is lifting Chewy, the online pet food and supply company.

Routt County adoptable pets: Louise the cat and LoLo the dog  Steamboat Pilot & Today

Louise is a very sweet and social 8-month-old, 5.9-pound feline that wants nothing more than to spread her love around daily. Louise is an orange-eyed beauty ...

My dog and I tried 'human-grade' pet food and this is how it went  New York Post

Just Food For Dogs — the self-proclaimed "first-ever health and wellness kitchen for dogs" — just opened up shop in Union Square's Petco. The company's ...

Oh, Poop! Study Links Pets to Higher IBS Risk for Owners  MedPage Today

SAN DIEGO -- Four-legged furballs may boost the risk for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and exposure to canine and feline feces could be a crucial factor, ...

Allergy Season And Pets  NBC 6 South Florida

While most people don't associate South Florida with seasons, there is one in particular that is currently plaguing both pets and people: allergy season.

Justin Theroux shows love for Austin Pets Alive! on Instagram  FOX 7 Austin

WASHINGTON, DC - DECEMBER 11: Actor Justin Theroux attends the screening of the film "On The Basis of Sex" at The National Archives on December 11, ...

Laws for Paws: Custody laws for the family pet  Charleston Gazette-Mail

People have always fought like cats and dogs in divorce court. However, the number of cases where people are actually fighting over the dog or cat have ...

Grumpy Cat found quick success. Other celebrity pets might have it harder  CNN

New York (CNN Business) 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.

A Little CBD to Take the Edge Off—For Your Pet?  The Wall Street Journal

Products containing the hemp extract have garnered a flurry of interest among fans who take it for everything from sleep to stress reduction. Now, people are ...

Robotic pets give Asheville veterans a source of companionship at the VA  WLOS

Long after serving our country, too many vets fight for a sense of peace. An unusual form of pet therapy provides a source of comfort and companionship at ...

How to fight soaring pet care costs at the vet  WRAL.com

Ellen Baker loves rescuing cats, but she will forever have a special place in her heart for Bella, who died recently after a night at a pet hospital.

3 pets died in Boeing 737 plane that crash landed in Jacksonville, Florida  USA TODAY

All 143 people aboard a Boeing 737 survived after the plane skidded off a runway into a river in Jacksonville, but three pets died.

Spartanburg Co. Council to propose changes to better protect pets  WSPA.com

SPARTANBURG COUNTY, S.C. (WSPA) - 7News has a notable update to an original report that we first brought you two weeks ago on the treatment of animals ...

Pet grief panel to speak at hospital  Greenfield Daily Reporter

Pet grief panel to speak at hospital. GREENFIELD — A free panel discussion on pet grief will be 7 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, June 4 in the Robert C. Keen Classroom in ...

Pets of the week: Older pets need homes, too  MLive.com

Gladys and Peaches are looking for new families to love.

How to pet a dog in Dauntless on PC, Xbox One, & PS4'  Shacknews

Everything you need to know to meet up with man's best friend and pet a dog in Dauntless.

Pets are the hot new cannabis customer as owners use CBD to ease pain and thunderstorm anxiety  CNBC

Dogs and cats are increasingly taking the non-intoxicating cannabis compound as their owners seek to provide relief to their four-legged friends for everything ...

‘Secret Life Of Pets 2’ To Have Upper Paw Over ‘Dark Phoenix’ – Early B.O. Projections  Deadline

In the weekend showdown on June 7-9 between Illumination/Universal's The Secret Life of Pets 2 and Fox/Disney's X-Men finale Dark Phoenix, the household ...

Hot pavement might be hurting your pet  rocketcitynow.com

Checking the pavement before walking your dog could save a lot of trouble.

Aldi's Pet Cooling Mat Will Keep Your Dog Chill All Summer Long  Bustle

Aldi is known for its deals on food and drink, but the German supermarket chain also sells a number of non-food items, including stuff for pets. The store recently ...

Hill's updates list of pet foods recalled due to excess vitamin D  dvm360

A single lot code within an already recalled SKU had been omitted from the provided list of recalled pet food.

Warmer temps this weekend, watch children and pets  Clarksville Now

CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. (CLARKSVILLENOW) – Warmer temps are expected for Saturday, the highs reaching near 90 degrees. As temperatures rise it is ...

EDITORIAL: Porter County takes on pet abandonment with new cameras  nwitimes.com

Pets are not disposable. It's an appropriate message Porter County commissioners sent this week in approving more than $10,000 in camera equipment to ...

Experimental Immunotherapy Treatment Made in Farmington Treat Pets With Cancer  NBC Connecticut

There is new hope for animals diagnosed with cancer here in Connecticut. An experimental immunotherapy cancer treatment for pets being made in Farmington ...

Suncoast Humane Society thinks outside the box to help pets feel more comfortable  WWSB

Animals in shelters typically live in a high-stress environment. That's why the Suncoast Humane Society is thinking outside the box to make these pets feel more ...

How Unsanitary Is It to Kiss Your Pet on the Mouth?  VOGUE India

In your mind, allowing your dog, cat, or other pet to kiss—OK, lick—you on the mouth may seem like a natural expression of affection. Your furry baby fills your ...

Carson City vet shares pet care after snake encounter  Nevada Appeal

Lone Mountain Veterinary Hospital has treated its first snakebite patient of the season, Dr. Katie Roberts said, but the outcome has been positive and Lone ...

Small group attends HerrinFesta Kid's Bicycle and Pet Parade  The Southern

HERRIN — A small group of enthusiastic children showed up Friday for the annual HerrinFesta Italiana Kids Bike and Pet Parade in the parking lot of Our Lady ...

7 reasons you need a pet in your life  East Bay Times

National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day is April 30, and those who've already adopted know the benefits of having a pet in their lives.