Study: Dogs Respond to Baby Talk
You may be one of the pet parents who baby talk to your dog. Researchers are looking into dog-directed speech and if dogs respond to it.
You may be one of the pet parents who baby talk to your dog. Researchers are looking into dog-directed speech and if dogs respond to it.
With the biggest donation ever made to the organization, the Winnipeg Humane Society opens the Joyce Gauthier Behaviour and Training Centre. In an amazing sh…
When her elderly pet parent died, Izzy wasn't sure where'd she go. But the Senior's Center where the pair lived wanted to keep her on.
Please — don't try this at home, pups! An Oklahoma pooch found herself in a sticky situation after getting ahold of a bottle of Gorilla Glue.
New research has found that the family dog can make a big difference in the lives of children with disabilities in their health and activity levels.
Volkswagen is looking to be the car of choice for dog owners, and to prove it, were the life of the party at the shelter charity event in California.
Last week, we told you about how some rescue dogs were helping find humans after a devastating earthquake in Italy. Now, watch as humans repay the favor.
It's made the jump! Despite the virus being called canine influenza, experts have confirmed the virus has also been found in a group of felines.
Almost 60 percent of Labradors in the US are overweight. And a scientific discovery says that it may be linked to a breed-specific gene mutation.
When it comes to kissing, we like to give our pets a peck on the cheek. Here are a few lip-smacking facts, in honor of International Kissing Day.
Hard to believe we are wrapping up another year. We covered some amazing stories - here are the top news stories of 2017!
A case of mistaken identity has a happy ending when a dog was returned to his family after months of court hearings and tearful visits through chain links.
Forget human babies - it's all about fur babies! The next generation is all about pets, and their spending habits prove it.
Reports shows an upward trend in US dollars spent on pets, and the latest stock numbers released confirm that people love spending on their pets.
Officials in Arizona say that at least one dog has died from Streptococcus Zooepidemicus, and over 30 others show similar symptoms.
Professional cellist Natalie Helm performed for a very select group of furry music lovers Florida's Humane Society of Sarasota County.
As Mexico picks pieces of life back up after devastating earthquakes that recently struck, a Labrador Retriever is emerging as a hero in the rescue efforts.
Newest findings indicate that OCD, one of the shared conditions that can affect both us and our pets, can be identified through four genomes.
Puppies rescued from Chernobyl ruins are in quarantine in Ukraine, awaiting clean bills of health to come to the United States for adoption.
Think your dog has what it takes to be a guide dog? New research shows that pups with mothers who hover over them need not apply!
In response to the horrific death of a puppy killed because he was forced into an overhead cabin, animal activists held a dog-in at LaGuardia Airport.
This touching movie follows a program that aims to save shelter dogs while giving inmates a new perspective on life. Life is not always easy for humans. In t…
Leaving Fido tied at a post outside your local grocery store isn't fair. That's why an Italian grocer adapted his carts so you and pooch can shop together.
It sounds a plot twist from a television crime show - DNA evidence was used to prove a case of mistaken identity for a dog who had been sentenced to death.
After serving your community bravely, you shouldn't be rewarded with death! That's what happened to Mexican K9 dogs - but now they can be adopted.
This weekend, prepare for a TV coma of epic proportions! NatGeo WILD presents BarkFest, a 48-hour marathon of back-to-back episodes all about dogs. An offsho…
American Humane launches a new program that will take shelter dogs and train them to be service dogs for military veterans suffering from brain injuries and/…
The University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine to study the effects of animal therapy with children about to undergo surgery.
Pets are 'starter children' say 44% of millennials. Brands cash in on our love of pets, selling high-end products for our beloved fur babies.
A new dog park in Los Angeles is helping homeless people with pets have the option of coming off the streets without having to give up their pets to do so. I…
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…
Research indicates that people with dogs appeared much more attractive to potential partners, who also viewed them as caring and responsible.
What do you do when a few shelter dogs need proper training before finding a home? You send them to high school and give them a second chance at happiness!
The owner of a cat who escaped her carrier at JFK airport was sadly forced to leave for China, without her furry friend. An attorney who took a new job in Ch…
Four months on and Charlotte, North Carolina, is still recovering from Hurricane Matthew. A displaced dog is thanking her rescuers by lending a helping paw.
Dogs are often included in wedding parties. But when it comes to keeping the rings safe, perhaps you should give that job to someone more reliable!
A Russian is being investigated for defrauding tourists--he charged them big bucks to take pictures with a dog that he dyed to look like a panda.
Perfect hair, nails done, and a fab dress – all common prom concerns. Thankfully, Erin Condrin doesn’t have to do it alone: her trusty service do…
A spike in the number of Parvovirus cases seen in puppies across England has owners on alert for signs of the deadly disease. In the United Kingdom, the dead…
After stepping down as the Prince of Darkness, Ozzy Osbourne has decided follow the next logical step in his career - open up a doggy daycare.
Some brave animal control officials in Michigan want to make sure you know just how dangerous the chilly elements are to our pets.
Touted as a safe place to temporarily leave your dog while you're out running errands, Dog Parker crates have been causing controversy. What do you think?
Just in - According to an L.A. County Animal Control spokesman, "Dog Whisperer" host Cesar Millan is being investigated for animal cruelty.
These brave search and rescue dogs are going above the call of duty by helping in the aftermath of the big earthquake in Italy.
After rigorous testing by the Center for Pet Safety, Gen7 Commuter Pet Carrier & Car Seat proved to be one of the safest carrier on the market.
There's no such thing as a "throw away dog." That's because an organization is giving former stray dogs a second chance in the police force.
Is losing weight on your pet's New Year's resolution list? According to a recent survey, it should be, because pet obesity is still a growing problem.
Disc disease, known as chondrodystrophy, in some breeds is a common cause of back pain and paralysis. New research now may change that understanding.
What better way to celebrate your dog's playful life than to mail out the toy that made her so happy to hundreds of pooches: tennis balls.
A rescued puppy mill dog with two legs is living a life with the happiest of endings, after his new dad travelled across the country to bring him home.
Passengers with therapy animals will have to submit additional documentation and their comfort animal must be on the list of those approved on flights.
Being a teen on the streets is unimaginably hard, but having a pet by your side makes it more bearable, according to findings from a new Canadian study.
A little Chihuahua-mix named Karma gives dental patients in San Francisco proof that some love and cuddles can make even the scariest of times much better.
There’s good news for pet parents looking to live with other people who love their dogs just as much–only catch is you’ll need to live in D…
Mumbai dogs are turning blue! No, this isn't some crazy Mumbai pet fashion trend. Unfortunately it is due to industrial waste in the Kasadi River.
The reason why Doggy Armour decided to produce such an extravagant dog jacket is to be able to donate more protective coats for anti-poaching pooches.
Tragedy struck when Sgt. Mike Pershall was killed by a drunk driver. City Council has allowed his K9 dog to retire and live with the officer's family.
Kicking off Bite Prevention Week, the US Postal Service is reporting the highest number of dog attacks on employees in 30 years.
Fences may make better neighbors, but according to a recent study, so do pets. Being a pet owner helps foster a communal feeling in your neighborhood.
Schoolyards are an important place for kids to blow off steam - just like dogs need backyards. Students can win $5,000 to improve their green spaces.