June 1, 2013
12:01 a.m.
Simple ways to keep pets comfy in hot weather Pet parents can take some simple actions to help their dogs better cope with hot weather, an animal welfare official says.Careful planning of outdoor activities, such as walks and hikes, and proper grooming ca...
May 25, 2013
11:18 a.m.
Pet deaths prompt tougher rules for flea, tick itemsMore dogs and cats are becoming ill - and in some cases even dying - from flea and tick control products, prompting the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to place tougher restrictions on the insectici...
May 18, 2013
11:19 a.m.
An all-natural substance that makes pets sickThis substance is non-toxic, smells nice and is even all natural, yet it can make your dog miserable and sometimes extremely ill.Virtually invisible, it hovers everywhere in the air in spring, summer and early...
May 16, 2013
12:01 a.m.
Want a better life with your dog? My Setter Sam's Tips for Living Well With Your Dog, a series of short stories for pet owners, is loaded with common-sense ideas to help make life more fun, enjoyable and healthy for you and your dog. Find great tips...
May 11, 2013
11:20 a.m.
Stop ticks from dogging - or even killing - your petBesides sprouting flowers and mild temperatures, spring also ushers in ticks that carry Lyme disease, and pet parents are being reminded about the importance of taking precautions to keep their dogs and ...
May 4, 2013
11:17 a.m.
You, your dog may be sleeping with thousands of fleasThat itch you get while sleeping is likely to be more than just the dog's tail rubbing against your leg; the sensation may be from thousands of fleas that have infested the bed or couch if your pet like...
May 4, 2013
12:01 a.m.
Despite pet deaths, flea, tick items use called a mustPet parents are being urged to continue using flea and tick control products on their dogs and cats - despite a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency warning about them causing some animals to become il...
May 4, 2013
12:01 a.m.
In emergency, your pet's survival depends on youTwenty-five percent more pets would survive emergency situations if their owners had simply used one first-aid technique on their companions prior to getting to the veterinarian, animal health experts say.Si...
May 4, 2013
12:01 a.m.
This knowledge about poison can save your pet's lifeAn upset stomach, drooling, sleepiness. Your dog or cat probably just ate something that just needs to let it run its course, you might assume. But those are also classic signs of poisoning and your pet ...
May 4, 2013
12:01 a.m.
Influx of homeless pets overwhelms sheltersThe surge in the number of pets being surrendered because of the hard economic times is becoming so overwhelming that many capacity-filled animal shelters are being forced to rely on foster care volunteers to tem...
