A Happy Beagle Needs Your Help

A Happy Beagle Needs Your Help

October 14, 2011 Calling all Chicago-area Beagle lovers! We just got word that Jack, a purebred Beagle pup, needs a new home. Jack’s at least five years old, neutered, housetrained, and up-to-date on all shots. He’s a happy dog and his tail is always wagging despite a less-than-perfect past. Jack hasn’t had much consistency ...

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Meet Chula, Our Latest Featured Pet

Meet Chula, Our Latest Featured Pet

July 11, 2011 If you’re a resident of Florida’s Emerald Coast area and looking for a four-legged addition to your family, let us draw your attention to Chula, a 10-month-old German Shepherd/American Bulldog mix recently rescued from a kill shelter. Chula is a medium-sized pooch who will be about 60 or 70 pounds ...

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A Breed Apart: The Pomeranian

A Breed Apart: The Pomeranian

May 26, 2011 The Pomeranian, or "Pom" as they are affectionately called, is a fluffy little dog with a sharp, fox-like face and a pretty, alert expression. Poms get their name from a region on the southern Baltic coast known as Pomerania, where the dogs were bred down to their current small size. ...

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Give Your Old Pup a New Treat: Glucosamine for Dogs

Give Your Old Pup a New Treat: Glucosamine for Dogs

April 20, 2011 Limping, suddenly yelping, and cringing at usually welcomed rubs could be a sign that your older dog is experiencing a well know effect aging in humans: arthritis. If you’ve noticed that your dog doesn’t have the same spring in his step that he used to, or if he’s been limping off ...

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Confessions of a Small Dog Lover

Confessions of a Small Dog Lover

April 28, 2011 When you see me jauntily walking down the street with my freshly-coiffed and fluffed little white toy poodle prancing beside me, you may think Oh. She’s that kind of girl—a small dog girl. But maybe when you hear that he was a stray that I found running the mean streets of ...

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A Happy Beagle Needs Your Help

A Happy Beagle Needs Your Help

Calling all Chicago-area Beagle lovers! We just got word that Jack, a purebred, housetrained, and neutered Beagle pup, needs a new home. ...

Meet Chula, Our Latest Featured Pet

Meet Chula, Our Latest Featured Pet

If you're looking for a sweet, no-hassle pooch, meet Chula, a 10-month-old German Shepherd/American Bulldog mix waiting for adoption in Florida's Emerald Coast area!...

 
 

A Breed Apart: The Pomeranian

From a history among royals to an affectionate nature, Pomeranians make perfect pets for those looking for a small dog. Just be sure you're firm with discipline so your new...

A Nose for Trouble: Meet a Member of Amtrak’s K-9 Unit

A Nose for Trouble: Meet a Member of Amtrak’s K-9 Unit

In observance of National Police Week, we're giving a salute to a four-legged member of the force. Meet Tina, a German Shepherd who helps keep commuters safe in the nation's...

 
 

Standing Up for the Little Guy: Rescue Ink

Standing Up for the Little Guy: Rescue Ink

What could tattoos and Tabby cats possibly have in common? They're both part of Rescue Ink, a colorful bunch of animal rights activists! ...

Smokey, World’s Loudest Cat Confirmed

Smokey, World’s Loudest Cat Confirmed

A UK kitty recently claimed the title of loudest domestic cat by achieving a purr measuring 67.7 dB. Hear it here!...

 
 

4 Creative Litter Box Alternatives

4 Creative Litter Box Alternatives

Upgrading to a fresher smelling, more stylish litter box alternative can help you live in harmony with your indoor cat....


NYC Pet Show Ticket Giveaway

NYC Pet Show Ticket Giveaway

Enter our giveaway to win two tickets to the NYC Pet Show being held in Manhattan on May 21 and 22! ...


NYC Pet Show Ticket Giveaway Official Rules

MyPetHealthGuide.com NYC Pet Show Sweepstakes OFFICIAL RULES NO PURCHASE OR PAYMENT OF ANY KIND IS NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN.  VOID WHERE PROHIBITED. A purchase or payment will not improve your chances...


Eye, Eye: Heterochromia Iridis in Cats

Eye, Eye: Heterochromia Iridis in Cats

Don't fret if your cat's eyes don't match. The uneven distribution of melanin is completely healthy and even a prized trait in some cat breeds....


To Each His Own: Don’t Let Your Pets Share a Meal

To Each His Own: Don’t Let Your Pets Share a Meal

If Muffin's filling up on Max's dog chow, she could be missing out on the nourishing protein in her own food. Here, why cats and dogs shouldn't sample each other's...


Determine Your Cat’s Paw Preference

Determine Your Cat’s Paw Preference

Do you have a southpawed kitty? New research suggests that male cats are typically "left-pawed" and females "right-pawed." Does this hold true? Find out by trying this simple at-home experiment....


A Breed Apart: The Beagle

A Breed Apart: The Beagle

The Beagle's nose houses approximately 220 million scent receptors. This makes him a great hunting companion, but be careful that he doesn't use his super sniffer the wrong way--nosing through...


Confessions of a Small Dog Lover

Confessions of a Small Dog Lover

Small dogs--those yappy ankle biters. Despite the stereotype, pint size pups, like the Yorkie, Chihuahua, and French Bulldog, make excellent pets. They're eager to please, easy to walk, and a...


Pet Emergency: What to Do When Your Cat is Stuck in a Tree

Pet Emergency: What to Do When Your Cat is Stuck in a Tree

If your cat is stuck in a tree, don't dial 911. Make sure she's not injured, then be patient and try luring her down with a treat before going up...