How to Name Your Dog

So you've finally picked the perfect pooch. You researched breeds and mixes. You considered age, gender and types of fur. Now that darling new family member is looking up at you, and it's time to name him. The choices are endless. You can give him a typically human name or a typically canine name. You...

Top 5 Ways Your Cat Loves to Play

Whether he's pouncing, chasing, climbing or jumping, let's face it, your cat enjoys playing. Play time may be synonymous for "fun time," but it actually has its roots in your cat's predatory instincts. Plus, learning new ways to play can help your cat exercise and learn important social behaviors. Read...

5 Most Inexpensive Pets You Can Own

How much is that doggie in the window? He costs a lot more than you might realize, even if the price to take him today seems low. While you might be able to adopt a dog from a shelter for less than $100, the ongoing costs of caring for your pet can top $2,000 per year, according to WalletHub....

Tips for anxious pets during fireworks

the holiday weekend can cause your pets anxiety and stress because of the loud noises from the fireworks. Fireworks can also be dangerous to the physical well being of your furry friend. Ruth Thompson says, "Last year we had a dog literally jump out of a window, right through the glass." Although...

What Does Your Dog Dream About? Probably You, Expert Says

In a recent interview with People, Dr. Deirdre Barrett, Clinical and Evolutionary Psychologist at Harvard Medical School, answered some questions on the topic of animal dreams. It turns out that many mammals have similar sleeps cycles to humans, meaning they do likely have dreams. But Dr. Barrett’s...

He Was Shot, Tied To A Bridge And His Mouth Was Taped Shut...But He Refuses To Give Up

The Pup Was On The Brink Of Death Bear, a Labrador mix, was found tied to an old bridge and almost dead on April 20. He had been shot, his mouth was taped and his leash was so tightly tied to the bridge, his paws barely touched the ground.   Transferred To The University Of Illinois Mark...

Man Who Never Learned to Swim Heroically Rescues Dog Drowning in River

A man in India came across a dog drowning in a river. Being a kind soul, he wanted to help, but didn’t know how to swim. Instead of walking away or trying to go get help, as time was of the essence, he thought outside the box, and used his turban to pull the dog out of the river. The man’s name...
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