Study: America’s Healthiest Pets Live in Montana, Colorado, and Sout
Care.com's ThinkTank looked at pet care and health in the United States -- Montana, Colorado and Nebraska are the top three states with the healthiest pets.
How You Can Give To Pets in Need on #GivingTuesday
It's #GivingTuesday, which means it's the perfect day to give. Here's how you can join Mars Petcare make our country safer for millions of pets.
Talking To Pets Makes You Crazy… Crazy Smart, That Is!
Does talking to our pets may make us a little quirky? No - in fact, not only is it a normal behavior, it also marks high intelligence in humans.
New Research Shows UK Pet Owners Spend Over $24K On a Pet in Its Lifet
Experts suggest that UK dog owners will spend over $24,000 (£18,000) throughout their pet's life on pet-related expenses.
Story of Airport Service Dog’s Retirement Party Gives Us Wings!
A loyal canine employee at a Florida airport has been given the retirement party of a lifetime after several years of hard work and faithful service.
Handler Shows Pics, Video of “A Dog’s Purpose” Pooch Actor Hercu
Another video of "A Dog's Purpose," starring dog actor Hercules, has surfaced. This time, it's from his handler, to show that the dog is happy and safe.
Super Sniffer Police Dog Finds Kidnapped Girl
What a nose! Thanks to her super sniffer, heroic search dog Deja, saves a kidnapped girl's life. She's a regular Sherlock Holmes!
Researchers Working On Pill That Slows Aging in Dogs
According to doctors researching the effects of rapamycin, this drug could be the key to increasing a dog's life span by 2 to 5 years.
FDA Issues Warning About Popular Flea and Tick Medicines
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued new warnings for veterinarians and pet owners about the possibility of neurological side effects from popula…
Petco Pulls All Pet Treats Made In China From Stores
Woo hoo! Way to go Petco! The mega pet store chain has just announced that it will stop selling all pet treats (dog and cat) that are made in China. All of t…
It’s Official – Walking Your Dog Helps Men Pick Up Women
We’re so glad someone put in the effort and research to make it official. According to a recent Australian study, walking your dog is one of the top fi…
Watch Hero Dogs of 9/11 Tonight On Animal Planet
On September 11, 2001, 300 of the 10,000 emergency rescue workers were dogs. Their job was not only to help rescue efforts when the towers fell; they were al…
Trump Donates $300k to Puppy Jake Foundation
Because of Trump's donation, Puppy Jake Foundation can enlist 15 more service dogs into their program to help veterans with PTSD and mobility issues.
Study: People More Empathetic Toward Dogs Than Fellow Humans
We love our pets like their family members. Research says we tend to be more disturbed by the suffering of dogs than we are the suffering of humans.
If Your Dog Needs Space, Tie A Yellow Ribbon Around His Leash
Canadian dog trainer Tara Palardy is on a mission to help protect DINOS (dogs in need of extra space). I don’t know about you, but I pretty much want t…
Top 11 Pet News Stories of 2017
Hard to believe we are wrapping up another year. We covered some amazing stories - here are the top news stories of 2017!
Mysterious Mutts: Study Shows Shelters Often Misidentify Dog Breeds
A study published in the peer-reviewed journal PLOS One sheds a light on the low accuracy rates of breed guessing at shelters.
Therapy Dogs Help Children With Autism More Than We Thought
Research from a Texas Tech University study show that therapy dogs may be even more beneficial to children on the autistic spectrum than previously thought.
Voluntarily Recall Of Five Rachael Ray Nutrish Wet Cat Food Varieties
Ainsworth Pet Nutrition of Meadville, PA is voluntarily recalling five varieties of Rachael Ray Nutrish wet cat food, including Ocean Fish-a-licious, Lip Sma…
Meghan Markle’s Adorable Pups Are About To Become Royal Rescues
With the world aflutter about the news of Prince Harry's engagement to Meghan Markle, it looks like there will be some new pooches joining the royal family.
BrewDog Brewery Offers Employees “Paw-ternity Leave”
Time to raise a glass! Scotland's BrewDog Brewery just opened its first U.S. location, and offers a unique employee perk -- pet parental leave!
Dogs Are Man’s Best Friend Against Terrorist Attacks
When it comes to fighting terrorism, no robot or technology-based tracking system does a better job than a living, breathing canine.
Pet Owners Turn To Medical Marijuana To Treat Their Pets
More American states are legalizing medicinal marijuana, and more pet owners are now treating their pets with cannabis-based medicines to relieve symptoms.
Former Rescue Bully Crowned 37th Annual Beautiful Bulldog
From rags to riches, Vincent stole everyone's hearts with his positive attitude and ever-wagging tail, earning him the 2016 Most Beautiful Bulldog award.
Heroic Dogs And Their Humans Need Your Help to Get to US
Two dogs who serve United States Service Members have forever homes with their humans in America, but need help raising the funds to get them to the US.
Survey: People Who Love Their Pets Most Know How Beneficial They Are
HABRI just released some numbers that will get your endorphins racing. A survey says the more we know what our pets do for us, the better we care for them.
FreeKibble.com’s 3rd Annual March Kibble Madness Starts Tomorrow
March Madness starts tomorrow, and FreeKibble.com will have you cheering for an animal mascot. Get ready for the 3rd Annual March Kibble Madness!
Subaru’s Famous “Barkleys” Family Introduces Its New Ascent SUV
The furry and four-legged stars of Subaru commercials are helping debut Subaru's all-new 3-Row Ascent, and they're really 'driving' their point home!
UPS Delivery Driver Picks Up Dog Selfies on His Route
A Louisiana UPS driver was caught taking selfies with some of his client's dogs, showing that there is such a thing as puppy love for mail carriers!
Poop Scoop – Turns Out “Green” Poop Bags Aren’t The Sh*t After
FTC warns dog poop companies that its ‘biodegradable’ waste bags aren’t what they claim I shop at the public market. I recycle. I do my bes…
Dog Expert Warren Eckstein Launches “The Pet Insider” Podcast
Banking on a successful 30-year career, dog expert Warren Eckstein is set to launch a brand new weekly podcast on PodcastOne.
J.M. Smucker Buys Rachel Ray’s Nutrish
J.M. Smucker has been in the news lately because of several dog food brand recalls, and now has announced they're buying Rachel Ray brand dog food Nutrish.
Wrongfully Imprisoned Man and His Prison Pup Enjoy Their Freedom
It's an unbelievable story that's true. A man wrongly imprisoned for almost four decades has been released, and he's bringing his dog Innocent with him.
This New York Hospital Is Paying For People To Adopt Pets
St. Joseph Hospital is offering to cover all shelter adoption costs throughout February, in celebration of the National Heart Month.
Best Buy Canada And We Are Wearables Host Pet Wearables Event June 3
If you and your dog are fitness fanatics, make sure you head to Canada’s first Pet Wearables event this Wednesday in Toronto. Rover may be able to run,…
Fidelco Receives $100,000 To Train Service Dogs For Veterans
Thanks to a $100K grant from the US Department of Defense, the Fidelco Guide Dog Foundation place two service dogs free of charge to visually impaired vets.
New Study Will Investigate Effects Of Pets In Classrooms
A new study will investigate effects of common pets in the classroom on a broader scale, thanks to a $130,000 grant given to American Humane by HABRI.
Family Dog’s Cancer Turns Out To Be Delicious Teddy Bears
A family got the surprise of their life when they learned their St. Bernard's stomach cancer was actually four teddy bears the dog had eaten.
Doggie Daycare Selfie Goes Viral
An adorable 'selfie' of dogs in an Ohio doggie daycare has gone viral, and shows that social media isn't just for the humans with opposable thumbs!
Therapy Dogs Land at Dallas Fort Worth Airport
Are you planning on heading to Texas? Trained therapy dogs at Dallas's Dallas/Fort Worth Airport are hoping to help ease some of the stress of flying!
Winter Olympians Raise Awareness Against Korean Dog Meat Industry
All eyes are on South Korea as the Winter Olympics nears, but one Olympian is hoping to bring attention to the country's prevalent dog meat trade.
Would You Buy a Genetically Modified Super Dog?
Like something from a sci-fi movie, scientists in China have announced that they are now able to create super dogs with specific enhanced abilities.
United Airlines Reaches Settlement With Family Of Suffocated Puppy
United Airlines has reached a settlement with the family whose nine-month-old puppy was killed after an airline attendant insisted the dog travel in the over…
Stray Dog Finds New Home and New Career In New Country
While visiting Greece last year, Valia Orfanidou came upon a stray dog who not only changed her life, but now changes the lives of others as a therapy dog!
Study: Pet Owners Prone To Suffer Depression When Pets Are Sick
New research shows that when our pets are not well or terminally ill, we are also at risk for anxiety, stress and depression.
Study: Dogs Talk To Us With Growls and Barks
New research has shown what dog parents have always known--our dogs know how to 'talk' to us through their barks and growls.
Study: Dogs Know If You’re Acting Like A Jerk, So Don’t!
As if people judging you wasn't enough, it turns out that your dog knows when people act like jerks, and he doesn't like it one bit.
SniffSpot Makes Green Space For City Dogs a Reality
A new marketplace named Sniffspot is connecting dog owners to safe and convenient spaces for their furbabies to get exercise.
Study: Decreased Sperm Count in Dogs Due to Dog Food Chemicals
Decreased sperm count in dogs was verified this month at the University of Nottingham. If we continue on this track, there won't be any furry heads to pet.
Therapy Dogs May Be The Key To Less Stress And Loneliness At Colleges
Feeling stressed or depressed? Spending time with a furry friend may be just the thing you need. We all know it to be intuitively true: when we spend time wi…
Lucky Dogs Rescued After Starting House Fire While Stealing Treats
A pet owner's nightmare had a happy ending as first responders in Massachusetts rescued pets who had started a fire when one tried to steal a treat.
Cesar Millan Cleared of Animal Cruelty Charges
The "Dog Whisperer" came under intense public scrutiny when a dog he was training attacked a pig. But police have cleared Millan of any wrong doing.
Land Rover Takes on Championship Dog Sled Team in Battle of the Rovers
Who's faster - a Land Rover or a Snow Rover? A Discovery Sport SUV and a team of sled dog champions hit the snow in Finland to find out!
Last Surviving 9/11 Search and Rescue Dog Given Hero’s Farewell
Bretagne, the last of the nearly 300 search and rescue dogs that worked at Ground Zero following 9/11 has been laid to rest at the age of 16.
About 50% of Fortune 500 Companies Offer Pet Insurance to Employees
People are looking for job benefits that include pets. Pet insurance is a popular perk, as nearly half of Fortune 500 companies offer this to its employees.
Take The Ultimate Pet Friendly Road Trip With GoPetFriendly.com
The Ultimate Pet Friendly Road Trip Kicks Off this February, inspiring people to embrace road tripping with the best traveling companions ever--their pets!
Shelter Dogs & Pokemon Go: Gotta Walk ‘Em All!
A shelter in Indiana is utilizing the new Pokémon Go game to encourage volunteering! Play the game, walk a shelter dog - it's a win-win.
Animal Planet’s “My Big Fat Pet Makeover” Helps Pets Shed The Fl
A new show on Animal Planet has some great tips for helping keep your pet light on her feet....just in time for the holiday season!
Study: When It Comes to New Tricks, Younger Dogs Learn Faster
The results are in and they have disproved that old saying: "You can't teach an old dog new tricks." It turns out you can, but you'll have to be patient.
Wondercide Swims With the Big Fish On “Shark Tank”
The makers of natural pest control products for your pets and home, Wondercide is making waves on an upcoming episode of the hit TV series, "Shark Tank."