Kick Off Your Holiday Season by Helping Hungry Pets
Record demand at food banks this holiday season means pets need a little extra help, too. Find out how animal lovers are pitching in at pet food pantries--and how you can join them.
The Lifespan of Dogs: Which Breeds Live the Longest?
How long do dogs live? It’s a great question for both owners and pup parents-to-be. And a lot of it depends on breed, size, gender and, of course, level of care. Here’s what research suggests.
Massage for Dogs: 4 Rejuvenating Techniques to Try at Home
Canine massage is much more than fancy petting. The use of deliberate and repetitive strokes alleviates stress, increases flexibility, reduces pain and accustoms your pup to all-over touch. Here are some basic techniques to try at home.
No-Excuse Exercise: Burn Calories Caring for Your Pet
One more benefit of having pets: they help you stay fit. While you’re toting bags of pet food or bathing your 100-pound pooch, you’re burning calories. Just how many? Find out here.
10 Common Household Foods That Are Dangerous for Your Dog
Buddy’s bound to lick your plate or nose through the trash every now and then. What’s the big deal? If your pup is eating people food, he could be exposing himself to toxins. Many items that are perfectly safe for humans, like onions, walnuts, and potato peels, can cause serious illness--and even death--if consumed by your dog. Here are 10 foods to keep away from your pup and what to do in the case of an emergency.
Should Cats Drink Milk? The Low-Down on Lactose
Many cats are lactose intolerant and have trouble digesting milk -- but even if your kitty and milk are a match made in digestive heaven, only give milk as a treat. Your adult cat doesn’t need it to grow big and strong.
Veterinary Acupuncture: Poking Around for Answers
Poking your pet certainly seems like an unsavory idea at first. But when you think about it, veterinary acupuncture is gentle, noninvasive and can help treat everything from dermatitis to diarrhea. Still not sold? You’re not alone. Many people are wary when it comes to holistic medicine, especially when it comes to their beloved pets. That’s why we’ve done a little digging for answers to the top 10 questions on acupuncture for dogs and cats.
Keep Fido Afloat with These Dog Swim Safety Tips
Whether it means wading in a shallow kiddie pool or jumping off a boat deck into deep ocean waters, some dogs love a refreshing swim on a hot summer day. Make sure your pup is safe, comfortable and happy at the pool, beach or lake by paddling through our dog swim safety tips. Then grab your goggles and get going!
Have a Ball with These Cheap (or Free) Dog Toys
Keeping your pup happy and energetic doesn’t have to break the bank. For just pennies, you can create some of the best dog toys Fido will ever lay his eyes on (or more likely sink his teeth into). Browse through our list of DIY or cheap dog toys, then dream up your own ideas.
How to Keep a Klepto Kitty from Stealing Socks & Underwear
Worried you have a real cat burglar on your hands? Well, if your cat loves to steal -- and lovingly present you with his ill-gotten goods -- here are some tactics you can use to help reform him.
Heads Up: Elevating the Dog Food Bowl Can Be Good for His Health
With his muscle and joint problems, my 80-pound pup had a hard time eating at floor level--but a raised dog bowl made him much more comfortable. Here’s what you can do to make mealtime as pleasant as possible for your pup, no matter what size he is.
Save Your Pet’s Life by Learning Cat or Dog CPR
We hope you never have to do it, but pet CPR could be a real lifesaver if your cat or dog is hit by a car, falls from a high-up place or chokes on a broken toy. If you know how to administer human CPR, animal CPR should be a breeze. And if you’re new to resuscitation altogether, now’s your chance to learn.
Dogs & Infants: Our Experience Bringing Home Baby
If you own a dog, chances are he already considers himself the baby of the family. That’s why bringing your new infant home can be tough on the dog, even if he’s accustomed to being around children. Dogs and kids can be a tricky combination--here’s our story.
When a Pet Has Special Needs: Horner’s Syndrome
My cat Orcy was a healthy, happy Japanese Bobtail, a social fluff-ball who liked interacting with everyone (even dogs). But then she was diagnosed with Horner’s Syndrome, a neurological condition. Here’s what we did next -- and here’s what to look for if you think your pet might have Horner’s, too.
