Some NY Hospitals Permit ESAs to Visit Their Owners After They Give
The Northwell Health hospitals, which are the largest health system in New York, allow pregnant women to bring their emotional support dogs to the postpartum unit.
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Dog Who Went Through Three Failed Adoptions Finds A Forever Home
After enduring three failed adoptions, the four-year-old rescue dog Sadie was adopted by her foster family.
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Firefighters Rescue Pooch Trapped Inside Bathroom Wall... Seriously!
Mother's Day celebrations took an unexpected turn when family dog lodges herself underneath bathtub.
Pet Owners Distraught After Nationwide Drops Their Insurance Claims
Nationwide, the nation's largest pet insurance company, is canceling coverage for around 100,000 pets across the country, blaming inflation.
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The U.S. Postal Service Just Released Its National Dog Bite Rankings
Just in the last year, incidents involving dog attacks on Postal Service employees have risen to more than 5,800 cases. In an effort to raise awareness of these issues, the organization started the USPS 2024 National Dog Bite Awareness Campaign and is now offering key guidelines on how dog owners can help foster a better environment for safe mail delivery.
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Is It Normal for a Dog to Lose Appetite in Summer?
If you notice that your pet is eating less than usual when it gets really hot outside, it’s only natural if you’re concerned about their health. However, understanding the real reasons behind this “seasonal change” can help you worry less and care for your pet as best you can.
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What Happens if a Dog Eats a Cicada?
Cicadas are large, winged insects that appear in large numbers, and are known for their distinct sounds. Of course, they are not inherently harmful to pooches, but there are still some things to keep in mind if your pet happens to snack on one.
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Roaming Roman Becomes a TikTok Fave
From starving stray to living his best life, this rescue hound's story has gone viral.
FIP Treatment Now Available for Cats
As of June 1, 2024, pet parents can get the FIP treatment they need for their cats, but there is some confusion about this.
Feline infectious peritonitis (FIP) is a fatal condition, but pet parents have been using a drug, GS-441524, to cure their cats (though the drug is not always effective in all cases). Despite the success of the treatment, the problem has been that the drug was only available on the black market, so people would access it with the help of groups on social media since vets weren’t able to prescribe it.
Should My Dog Warm Up Before Playtime?
Our dogs are always up for a good time, whether it’s a game of fetch or a hike on a local trail. But before you unleash your dog’s inner athlete, you may want to consider the importance of a proper warm-up.
Gene Mutation Raises Risk of Side Effects from Parasite Preventatives
According to findings from a recent study, over half a million cats in the U.S. should not be given certain parasite preventatives because they are at risk of serious adverse reactions. Pet parents who plan to use or currently use these products on their cats should inform themselves so they can make the right decisions for their pets’ health.
Globetrotting Pet Lovers Discover a New Way to Travel Cheap
Airbnbs get a run for their money as pet sitting home swaps become the new way to travel on a budget.
Handsome Rescue Cat Hamlet Runs His Own Hotel
Move over, Fido! Who needs a guard dog when you have a feline overseeing the place? At least, that’s how the owners and employees of New York City’s Algonquin Hotel seem to believe…
Does My Cat Have a Urinary Tract Infection?
Is your cat using the litterbox more frequently? Have you seen them straining or struggling to do their business? These are common signs of a urinary tract infection (UTI), a struggle faced by many aging cats.
First Pet Lounge Launched at Chinese Airport
Flying with pets can be stressful, from navigating security screening and busy airports to keeping your pet safe and settled on the flight. But Shenzhen Bao’an International Airport in China has decided that it’s time to make some changes to pet-friendly travel.
