Pets

The death of an Oregon house cat from bird flu and a pet food recall are raising questions about how people can protect their pets.

Kirk Rumford’s beloved husky Odin was killed by a Northbridge animal control officer investigating a report of a coyote in the area.

A new bill making its way through New York City Council would take away at least one major stress for pet owners living in the city. The just-introduced legislation would allow people to use their own paid sick time to take of their pets when necessary.

Dog owners who like to wear Crocs can now match with their pups on walks and trips to the park.

Crocs announced Wednesday the launch of their first-ever line of shoes for dogs — in collaboration with BARK.

Benny and Susanne Anguiano are looking for clues as to how their cat Rayne Beau made it all the way from Yellowstone National Park to Roseville, California.

Pets are members of the family. So when it comes to taking care of yours and giving them the best life, what mistakes should you avoid?

What’s in a unique dog name? A whole lot of thought and care — and debate with fellow household members.

Take a look at how to make your pet an emotional support animal.

Monarrez was 28 and living with her parents in 2015 when Gizmo, then 2 years old, slipped past a faulty gate in the backyard of their home in Las Vegas.

As much of the world swelters, it’s not just people who need help with the dog days of summer. Pet owners have to consider how to both shield and cool down furry family members as intense heat waves become more common.

Wild Thang finally took home the crown after competing in the contest four previous times.

From sheltered to cherished, pets at local shelters find homes with families. Read to find out how you can adopt your own loving animal today.

The Brandywine Valley SPCA says its Mega Adoption event over the weekend was a big success and they are keeping discounted adoption fees going through the week in hopes of finding more homes for animals in the shelter.

There are a number of options available to help aging pets and their caregivers, including hospice and palliative care, at-home euthanasia and a growing community of so-called pet death doulas. But navigating decisions around the end of their life can still feel overwhelming. Here are some ways you can take care of your pet and yourself.

A Virginia woman mourning the death of her dog says a veterinarian prescribed one medication, a pharmacy provided another and her longtime companion died within days.

A social media post of a small Bull Terrier mix desperately chasing its owner’s car struck a chord with dog lovers in Long Beach. 

The report comes as the CDC is keeping an eye on the spread of a similar fungal infection in South America that’s far more contagious.

A Canadian couple is going viral for turning half their home into a cat paradise for their favorite furry companions Jake and Jupiter, including a fully decked out “catio” with different rooms and themes.

French bulldogs, or frenchies, continued to be the most commonly registered purebred dogs in 2023, according to the American Kennel Club ranking released on Wednesday.