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Inflation for pet expenses grew at twice the rate of other consumer products last year

Pet owners are feeling inflationary pressures more than non-pet owners. eTailPet examined the causes and how pet owners are dealing with rising costs.

Cats with diabetes have a needle-free treatment option

(BPT) - Approximately 600 thousand cats in the U.S. will be diagnosed with diabetes in their lifetime. A simple way to remember the signs of feline diabetes is to think MEOW:More drinking and …

A Dog Trainer’s Top Five Tips for a Safe Halloween Celebration with Pets

5 Ways to Get Your Pet Ready for Fall

Not the pound you think you know

The Minneapolis city animal control facility isn’t the grim place many picture.“For a long time, this place would have been called a pound with all the negative aspects that …

CANS FOR SAM

Longfellow residents Linda Featherstone and her husband Frank Forkins have helped neighborhood cats and dogs to have healthier and happier lives for the past 25 years. Working with pet owners who …

FELINES FIND 'FUREVER' HOMES

Longtime Feline Rescue volunteer Nancy Miller writes monthly newsletters and works as a shift lead. “I love this work because I see first-hand the difference that volunteering makes in the …

Free helping dogs

Can Do Canines announces that there is currently less waiting time than normal for clients who need one of the following types of assistance dogs: Mobility Assist Dog, Hearing Assist Dog, Diabetes …

'Rudy (in his red hoodie sweater) makes our lives better'

"As someone who lived alone for many years, my dogs and cats have always been an important daily life-line for me, providing consistent companionship, instantaneous cuddles, and immense comfort. My …

5 Tips to Keep Your Pets Safe from Warm Weather Hazards

(Family Features) Enjoying the great outdoors is a common pastime for many, and that includes those with furry companions. To help keep your pets safe and enjoy all the season has to offer, consider these tips.

Keep Pets' Health Top-of-Mind This Back-To-School Season

(Family Features) With kids back in school, many families experience a dramatic shift in their daily routines, and, for some pets, this sudden change in routine can impact their overall well-being.

4 Ways to Keep Your Cat's Cool in Check

(Family Features) Cat lovers know that cats are cool - sometimes too cool. They can be hard to impress, and snuggles might have to be on their terms.

6 Tips for Traveling with Your Furry Friend

(Family Features) Because traveling with your furry friend requires additional planning to ensure it's a safe, comfortable experience for everyone, consider these tips.

The major US cities with the most animal lovers

Which city loves animals the most? Stacker calculated which major metro areas have the highest share of pet owners using data from the Census Bureau.

How your dog's nutritional needs change as they age

Ollie curated a guide to help you understand your dog's nutritional needs at different stages of life, consulting with veterinary experts and using leading pet health resources.

6 tips to enjoy stress-free summer travel with pets

(BPT) - Mars, Incorporated and its family of brands for people and pets is in the business of helping create long-term happiness for you and your furry friends. From packing your pet’s favorite …

5 Tips for Keeping Pets Pest-Free

(Family Features) Though prevention is the best approach, treatment is sometimes required. Consider these tips to help prevent parasites in your pets.

The Paw-tential Benefits of Canine Colleagues at Work

(Family Features) Check out these stats to see the "paw-tential" benefits of welcoming canine colleagues into the workplace.