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 capital.
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
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
Upgrading to a fresher smelling, more stylish litter box alternative can help you live in harmony with your indoor cat.
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
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 kibble.
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.
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 breeze to bathe.
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 the ladder yourself.
Rats! April Showers Bring…Leptospirosis
Spring showers can bring with them more than a gulp of water for your thirsty flower beds. Pets--and their people--can pick up Leptospirosis, a pesky rat-borne viral infection, from puddles and ponds.
On the Catwalk: The Japanese Bobtail
One of the reasons girls of all ages are obsessed with Hello Kitty: she’s a Japanese Bobtail, a tail-less, trainable kitty with plenty of spunk.
Give Your Old Pup a New Treat: Glucosamine for Dogs
A supplement of chondroitin and glucosamine for dogs can ease canine arthritis symptoms and help your aging pup move around with less discomfort. The best part: the natural remedy comes in treat form!
Send Your Message Loud and Clear with Stamps to the Rescue
Getting ready to send out graduation announcements or summer wedding invites? Make your mail extra special with adorable postage stamps that raise awareness of the millions of cats and dogs dropped off at animal shelters each year.
To Declaw or Not Declaw, That is the Question
Declawing a cat saves your favorite chair a few scratches. It also takes away one of kitty’s best lines of defense. Here’s what to consider if you’re torn on the cat declawing debate.
An Oddly Lovable Assortment: Heterochromia in Dogs
A dog with two different colored eyes isn’t cause for concern. Consider the condition, called heterochromia irides, a mark of beauty and uniqueness.
