Pets articles

Sextiped Valley column: A future for pets?  Glenwood Springs Post Independent

I do believe our animal companions are the best of us. In return for our company, they give us everything they have to give. They receive our love, for.

How To Keep Your Pets Healthy And Happy During a Heatwave  Newsweek

Most of us have tricks for staying cool when the mercury rises, but it's just as important to keep your dog or cat safe during a heatwave.

Tips for keeping your pets, livestock safe in the heat  WGME

STATEWIDE (WGME) -- This weekend's powerful combination of heat and humidity is taking its toll on people across Maine. But what should do with your pets ...

For the love of pets; a facial recognition primer  Moscow-Pullman Daily News

Many are very concerned about efforts to develop and employ facial recognition in society. No friends seem aware that facial recognition is also being ...

Keep pets cool during heat wave, vet says  TribLIVE

With the heat index expected to top 100 degrees Saturday, keeping the family's four-legged companion cool is as important as keep the two-legged humans ...

Heat can damage pets' urinary tract health  Toledo Blade

The recent heatwave has created a number of obvious dangers to your pets, and I will not be covering the well-worn ground of the risks of pets in cars and ...

A potential ‘paws-itive’ future for lost pets  New York Daily News

Searching for your lost pets may soon not be as ruff. A new partnership between the Multnomah County Animal Services in Oregon and Finding Rover, a facial ...

More evidence that pets benefit mental health  Medical News Today

New research examines the fluctuations in levels of the stress hormone cortisol both before and after interacting with dogs and cats.

News Heat can be deadly and dangerous for pets Alexandra Koehn 3:47 PM, Jul 19  NewsChannel5.com

As this summer heat persists, the conditions can be dangerous and deadly for pets.

How to spot signs of heatstroke in pets  WTHR

INDIANAPOLIS (WTHR) — As much of the country experiences dangerous heat throughout the weekend, it's important to remember pets that are at risk, too.

How to keep your pets safe in a dangerous heat wave  Today.com

As temperatures soar across the country, there are a few simple precautions you can take to make sure your pets stay safe and healthy.

Pets with Potential: Meet Garm  WCAX

Meet Garm, a very large, but very lovable dog at the Chittenden County Humane Society.

Bay Area pizza shop helping community find lost pets  WFLA

BRADENTON, Fla. (WFLA) – A local nonprofit organization has started a new program with local bay area pizza shops to help reunite lost pets with their owners.

Doctor, Please Save My Pet!  KFSN-TV

An estimated six million dogs and the same number of cats are diagnosed with cancer each year. But there is some encouraging news. Technology to help ...

Animal outreach groups patrolling Flint neighborhoods for pets in peril  ABC 12 News

FLINT (WJRT) (7/19/2019) - Several animal outreach groups were going around Flint on Friday helping pets left outside in the hot weather. Some of residents ...

This pizza shop is helping pet owners find their lost dogs and cats  TODAY

Angelo's Pizza is posting flyers for lost pets on its pizza boxes and the world is loving it.

Top tips to keep your pets safe in the weekend heat  WCVB Boston

With a heat wave rolling in this weekend, it's important to take special care of your furry friends. The MSPCA's Angell Animal Medical Center has important tips to ...

Keeping your pets safe in excessive heat  Turn to 10

Animal welfare advocates are warning people about the dangers of excessive heat for their pets. The Rhode Island Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to ...

Here's how to keep your pets safe during the dog days of summer  1010WINS

NEW YORK (1010WINS) The dog days of summer can be dangerous for your dog. Or cat for that matter, so 1010 WINS got the scoop from Dr.

This couple has 7 Instagram-famous pets  CNN

Anaheim, California (CNN Business) Nala the cat, a Siamese and tabby mix, is slightly cross-eyed with gray and white fur. She likes being petted but isn't a fan ...

Reminder: Your pets need to stay cool in extreme heat too  WRTV Indianapolis

INDIANAPOLIS — With the temperatures forecasted to be in the mid-90s over the next few days animal shelters and rescue groups are reminding Hoosiers just ...

How to keep your pets safe and cool in a heat wave  ABC News

With an extreme heat wave set to bake the U.S. from New York City all the way to Kansas City for the next few days, here are some ways to keep your ...

Humane Society shares tips for keeping pets safe in extreme heat  WXOW.com

The temperature was so high today that the Coulee Region Humane Society kept their animals inside the shelter.

Mississippi restaurants that welcome pets on patios are breaking the law, state says  Jackson Clarion Ledger

Some Mississippi restaurants have allowed pets for years, but the state health department said they are violating the Mississippi Food Code.

Here's how to ensure your pets stay safe during Michiana's dangerous heat  WSBT-TV

Dangerous heat has hit our area, and it's important to take precautions to ensure our furry friends stay safe. Just like humans, animals can easily become ...

Heat wave safety: Don’t forget your pets  Darien Times

The head index today is expected to reach a high of 110 degrees and a excessive heat warning is in effect through Sunday at 8 p.m. While it is critical to be ...

How to keep pets and familty safe in a heat wave  WIFR

ROCKFORD, IIl. (WIFR) - It's important to find ways to keep yourself and pets cool as temperatures push 100 degrees and several businesses. And city buildings ...

Photos: Santa Maria Valley Humane Society pets waiting to be adopted  Santa Maria Times

Santa Maria Valley Humane Society's Long Term Residents are Pets that have been in the shelter for over 30 Days. Please share and help these home-seekers ...

ARL declares Code Red, urges owners to mind pets amid heat wave  Reading Eagle

Make sure animals have constant access to water and shade and do not let them exercise too much. Report animals in distress.

Pizza boxes with lost-pet flyers is a slice of genius  NJ.com

Matawan pizzeria helps residents find missing pets by putting flyers on pizza boxes.

Hotels help shelter pets find homes as lobby dogs  TODAY

Hotels like Aloft Asheville are partnering with animal rescue organizations to help dogs find forever homes by fostering a "lobby dog" available for adoption.

Adorable Tin-Foil-Hat-Wearing Pets Ask People To Raid The Animal Shelter Instead Of Area 51  CBS Pittsburgh

(CNN) — Before you storm Area 51, you might want to make a stop in Oklahoma. One animal shelter is inviting people to storm its Oklahoma City location and ...

Pets may help older adults manage chronic pain  Physician's Weekly

Jul 19, 2019 | Reuters | 0 |. By Carolyn Crist. (Reuters Health) – People with pets may be able to use their companion animals to practice techniques for ...

To Fix the Problem, Fix your Pets; simple message after almost 80 cats rescued from Monmouth home  WQAD Moline

Earlier this week, 79 cats were pulled from a home after neighbors reported the situation to police.

News Briefs: High heat advisories: Sheffield cooling centers; keeping pets safe |  theberkshireedge.com

Sheffield — The weather over the next few days is predicted to be very hot and humid. As a result, cooling centers will be open for those in need. The Sheffield ...

Study Finds Petting Dogs Reduces Stress  PEOPLE.com

The study found that those who were allowed 10 minutes of hands-on interaction with cats and dogs had lower cortisol levels after the petting sessions. By Kelli ...

Keep your pets, kids safe from ‘very serious’ heat-related injuries with these expert tips  WITI FOX 6 Milwaukee

MILWAUKEE -- The heat warning could be dangerous in just minutes for your pets and kids. Certain surfaces you may not even think about can become ...

Don’t leave your pets outside or inside car during excessive heat  WWLP.com

An excessive heat warning is in effect for parts of western Massachusetts, which means you need to be careful about leaving your pets outside or in the car.

People and pets evacuated after carbon monoxide scare  KEPR 19

KENNEWICK, Wash. -- Dozens of people and pets evacuated Petsmart and Michaels on Friday morning after extremely high levels of carbon monoxide were ...

Vet tech believes addicts use their pets to get pills  MyNorthwest.com

Most of the attention is focused on the human toll when we think about the drug epidemic in Seattle, but a local vet technician wants people to know how the ...

Louisiana Shelter Pets Evacuated from Tropical Storm Barry's Path  PEOPLE.com

All of the animals flown out of Louisiana, are now looking for forever homes in the Washington D.C. area.

Children's lemonade stand by Bagelfest helping Pets for Vets  Journal Gazette and Times-Courier

MATTOON -- Eight-year-old Addie Patterson has set up a lemonade stand this week across from Bagelfest at Peterson Park to raise money for Pets for Vets.

Pets of the Week: Maya and Elizabeth  SCNow

Maya and Elizabeth are just two of the pets available for adoption at the Darlington County Animal Shelter operated by the Darlington County Humane Society.

Keep your pets safe during this sizzling heat  WBNG-TV

BINGHAMTON (WBNG) — As sizzling temperatures take over in our area this weekend, the Broome County Humane Society says it's important not to forget ...

Extreme heat can cause danger for your pets  WTHR

Local shelter and officers take precautions to keep pets safe during the extreme heat.

NJ pets in need: July 15, 2019  NJ.com

Cold Nose Warm Heart NJ, NJ South Hills Pet Rescue, Second Chance Pet Adoption League, Wise Animal Rescue and Eleventh Hour Rescue will team up for ...

Consumer Reports: Investigating antibiotics for pets  WLS-TV

You've probably heard about antibiotic resistance in humans, but what about pets?

Long Beach hosts first pet adoption, free microchip event  Long Beach Press Telegram

More pets in Long Beach, if they are ever lost, will have a better chance of finding their way home after a free microchipping event in the city on Saturday, July 20 ...

PETS: Let’s work together to end animal abandonment  Red Bluff Daily News

Every individual in our community shares in the fate of abandoned animals. Just because some pet guardians are reprehensible, it does not mean the rest of us ...

Police Say No Pets Or Children Should Be Left In Hot Cars — Especially In Extreme Heat  WBBM NewsRadio

CHICAGO (WBBM NEWSRADIO) -- Illinois State Police say passersby should take drastic action if necessary during this heat wave should they discover a child ...

Petcube’s Bites 2 and Play 2 amuse pets and humans alike with Alexa built-in  TechCrunch

Petcube's original Bites smart treat dispenser and Play pet camera with a built-in laser pointer were great for pet parents who couldn't always be around to hang ...

How to Travel Abroad With Your Pet  Lifehacker

Traveling is fun and exciting, but traveling with my 40-pound Aussie mix is not my idea of a good time. Bodie just isn't a great travel companion: he's high energy, ...

Custom wood kennels, memory foam beds: The wild world of modern pet furniture  West Central Tribune

For discerning pet owners who treat their cats and dogs like family - in some cases better than family - designers are creating stylish, even glamorous, furniture.

State laws differ on whether officials can break window to retrieve pets from hot cars  69News WFMZ-TV

Law enforcement, firefighters and humane officers In Pennsylvania can break a window to rescue an animal. In New Jersey, however, it's a different story.

How to Care for an Aging Pet  The New York Times

Older dogs and cats require a little extra love and care, whether they're new to your home or they've been with you for years. Here's what you need to know.

How to keep your pets safe during a heat wave  Boston 25 News

BOSTON - Summertime is all fun and games until temperatures start to rise to potentially deadly levels. You already know how to keep yourself safe and cool, ...

Protect your pets: What veterinarians suggest owners do during extremely hot conditions  krcgtv.com

Summer officially hit mid-Missouri this week with temperatures soaring into 100 degrees and humidity levels high. And if you think you're feeling the heat, ...

The Love Doctor: Pets are Good for Love Life  Fox 2 Detroit

There are a lot of ways couples can strengthen their bond and learn to work together to enhance their relationship, and one of them is getting a pet together.

Louisville Metro Animal Services warns pet owners about dangers of heat exhaustion  WDRB

With temperatures skyrocketing in the Ohio River Valley, Louisville Metro Animal Services control officers are responding to an influx of reports of animals in ...

P.E.T.S. Clinic of Amarillo prepares for grand opening  MyHighPlains.com

AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — P.E.T.S. Low-Cost Vet Clinic of Amarillo is one step closer to being open to the public. The clinic is not officially open to the ...

Pizzeria puts flyers on pizza boxes to help reunite missing pets with their owner  10TV

A New Jersey pizzeria that makes hundreds of pizzas a day found a way to make good use of all those boxes: put flyers on them to help reunite missing pets with ...

How to keep pets safe in extreme heat  WTOP

It's already been a busy summer season for the animal advocates at the Humane Rescue Alliance — and many of the calls are heat-related.

Where PetMed Express, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:PETS) Earnings Growth Stands Against Its Industry  Yahoo Finance

Want to participate in a short research study? Help shape the future of investing tools and you could win a $250 gift card! Examining PetMed Express, Inc.'s ...

So Many Popular Pet Products Are on Major Sale for Amazon Prime Day  PEOPLE.com

Amazon has tons pet accessories on sale for Prime Day 2019, including deals on Whistle, BarkBox, Furbo, dog DNA test kits, cat and dog food, and more.

ASPCA Urges Pet Owners to Take Precautions During Heat Wave  PRNewswire

NEW YORK, July 19, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- With a major heat wave hitting most of the United States this weekend, the ASPCA is warning pet owners that warm ...

Arlington Pets of the Week: Abby and Callie  ARLnow

(Updated at 3:50 p.m.) This week, ARLnow is doing something different with our Pet of the Week selections by featuring the companions of those whose homes ...

Growing Pet Food Industry 'Increasingly Looking at Wellness': Ollie CEO  Cheddar

By Rebecca Heilweil. The pet food sector could start looking a little more human. So says the new CEO of the premium pet food delivery startup Ollie, who ...

Protect your pets: How to keep your four-legged friends cool during the heat wave  WJW FOX 8 News Cleveland

CLEVELAND -- The Cleveland APL is reminding pet owners to be cautious with the excessive heat warning in effect. Ayse Dunlap from the shelter said animals ...

Animal Resource Center tips to keep pets safe during heat advisory  WHIO

An Excessive Heat Warning is in effect for the entire region until 8 p.m. Saturday. The Animal Resource Center receives many heat-related calls during the ...

The CBD Industry Is Betting That Pets Need to Chill, Too  Bloomberg

Forecasters estimate that almost 10% of CBD could soon end up in products for your furry friends.

Coyote enters house through doggie door, killing pet in 'unprecedented' attack  Los Angeles Times

Buena Park officials are warning residents to be prepared for coyote encounters after a bold predator recently entered a home through a doggie door and ...

Pat's Prized Pets Challenge  NBC4 Washington

The D.C. area is full of pets, and many of them have special talents. News4's Pat Collins is hosting the Pat's Prized Pets Challenge, which viewers like you can ...

Pet of the Week: 7.21.19  Tyler Morning Telegraph

Max is one of the sweetest dogs you will ever meet. He is available for adoption at the Humane Society's Pets Fur People in Tyler. Max is about a year.

Keeping your pets cool, comfortable, and safe in extreme heat  WRGB

MENANDS (WRGB) - Veterinarians say it's important to take extra care of your pets when the temperatures rise. We spoke with leaders at the Mohawk Hudson ...

Web Exclusive: Help your pets stay safe in this extreme heatwave  KCAU 9

With the high temperatures already underway for much of the Midwest, it's important to remember to keep our pets cool.

Heatwaves of 2019: Whether your pooch or a lion at the zoo, animals need to stay cool too  Lansing State Journal

Extreme heat can be deadly for animals, too. Here's how the zoo keeps it animals cool – and some tips you can use to keep your pets *content*, too.

Meet the 12-Year-Old CEO Who Helps Shelter Pets Get Adopted Using Bow Ties  Inside Edition

Shelter pets all over New Jersey have a pop of style, thanks to one little accessory: a bow tie. Beaux & Paws is the brainchild of 12-year-old Darius Brown, who is ...

Leasing pets may soon be banned in New Jersey; Bernie Sanders rallies against Hahnemann closure | Morning News  The Philadelphia Inquirer

How much is that doggie in the window? If you're buying it from a breeder that engages in pet leasing, it could be years of monthly payments significantly above ...

Coyote attacks pet dog in Old Greenwich  Greenwich Time

GREENWICH — It is every dog owner's worse nightmare. Marko Djuiranovic, who lives near the Innis Arden Golf Club in Old Greenwich, let his dog Poppy ...

Capitol Hill Pets | Loki — 'best dog ever' — on Boylston  CHS Capitol Hill Seattle News

Duncan was drawing on a scrap piece of plywood and Loki was curled up next to him when CHS found them hanging out near Fred Wildlife Refuge on Boylston.

Helping homeless pets in the heat  WFLA

(KSNV/NBC NEWS) Thousands live on the streets in Las Vegas, Nevada many with a pet. With the extreme heat, their paws are at risk. That's where the ...

ASPCA Offers Tips To Keep Your Pet Safe As Dangerous Heat Moves Into Our Area  CBS Philly

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — With the summer heat cranking up, the ASPCA is reminding pet parents and animal lovers how to keep pets safe and healthy during ...

Crucial reminder during heatwave to not leave your children or pets in the car  ABC6OnYourSide.com

As the temperature climbs, so does the danger of leaving your child alone in your car. Ohio's laws, that took effect in 2016, protect Good Samaritans should they ...

Popular no-kill sanctuary rolls out hotel with pets in mind -- and you can help support the cause  WPLG Local 10

Ever wanted to travel with your pet? You're going to love the sounds of this new hotel.

People and Their Pets: Luke and Len Koczur  The Daily Progress

Len Koczur has found a way to combine his love of dogs with his desire to volunteer in his community. Twice a week, for the past nine years, the Orange.

Reminder of consequences if children, pets left in extreme heat  CBS19 News

Virginians are being reminded there can be serious legal consequences if a child or animal is left in a hot car or outside without adequate shelter and water.

AAA Warns of the Dangers of Heat to Children & Pets  GoLocal Worcester

Due to the heatwave that is expected to take place this weekend, AAA is reminding drivers to take extra precautions to make sure children and pets are safe.

Can pets eat vegan? Definitely maybe, says Dr. Ernie Ward  dvm360

As more and more Americans shift to a plant-based diet and feed their families less meat, some of them are bringing up the big question in the veterinary exam ...

Pet leasing is real and can catch owners by surprise. New Jersey lawmakers want to ban it.  The Philadelphia Inquirer

Consumers claim they are duped into signing lease agreements for pets that cost much more than the sticker price of the dog or cat.

Dog days of summer: How to protect your pets from the heat  WSAZ-TV

HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) -- It's the dog days of summer, but with temperatures about to hit the mid-90s as we head into the weekend there are some risks ...

Hays Co. working to reunite lost pets with owners  KXAN.com

If you lose a pet in Hays County, know that the Hays County Sheriff's Office is on the case.

St. Tammany firefighters rescue cat in blaze that killed 2 other pets  WGNO New Orleans

SLIDELL - Firefighters were able to rescue a cat from a house fire in Slidell, but another cat and a pet rabbit weren't so lucky. The fire began in a bedroom of a ...

Make sure your pets stay cool during the heat wave  Chronicle Telegram

Friendship Animal Protective League marketing specialist Stephanie Super and volunteer Dennis Baker feed an ice cube treat to Waylon, a 3-year-old ...

How to Enter Pat's Prized Pets Challenge  NBC4 Washington

Starting Monday, July 15, NBC4 viewers in the D.C. area can show off their furry friends in Pat's Prized Pets challenge for a chance to win the Pat's Prized Pet ...

Pets of the Week  Clarksville Now

Dogs and cats of all ages, breeds and sizes are available through area animal rescues and shelters, as well as opportunities to help homeless animals through ...

Keeping your pet and home safe from a fire  WRDW-TV

Monday, July 15th, is National Pet Fire Safety Day, and just like fire drills, pets need consideration and planning as well when it comes to fires.

Earthquake preparedness tips — for your pets: How to keep them safe  Los Angeles Times

Are you and your pet prepared for earthquakes or other emergency evacuations? If you aren't prepared, your animal companions aren't prepared. We turned to ...

Animal shelter uses facial recognition app to reunite pets with families  WAVE 3

The Finding Rover app uses facial recognition technology to identify lost cats and dogs.

Learn how to keep your pets safe in extreme heat on Facebook Live video at 11 a.m., plus meet adoptable dogs  cleveland.com

Reporter Hannah Drown is heading to the APL for a live video on pet safety tips in extreme heat.

Routt County adoptable pets: Charcoal the kitten and Kida the dog  Steamboat Pilot & Today

Charcoal is a shy, sweet 2-month-old and 2.3-pound kitten looking for a patient home to help her blossom and gain more confidence. She looks forward to ...