Have you seen reports of lepto, or leptospirosis, in the news lately? What is lepto, and do you need to be worried about your dog getting sick from it? How is it…
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Rescues Are Exposed For Spending Thousands Buying Dogs From Breeders At Auction
What started as rescuers paying $5 or $10 for dogs that breeders couldn’t otherwise sell has turned into a massive market, with rescuers willing to spend as much as $5,000 or more per…
Viral Video Of Dog Dumping Convinces The Culprit To Turn Herself In
Thanks to a good Samaritan’s quick thinking, four dogs in San Antonio, Texas are on to better lives. They were dumped in a vacant lot by a woman who no longer wanted…
Why More Workplaces Should Be Dog-Friendly
Dog lovers already know the presence of a pet can reduce stress at home. Research has shown they reduce the stress hormone cortisol and help lower blood pressure. Virginia Commonwealth University performed a…
Doggie Brigade Brings Healing To Children’s Hospital Patients
For more than 25 years, the Doggie Brigade at Akron Children’s Hospital in Ohio has been bringing smiles and healing to patients and their families. Doggie Brigade is the second oldest animal-assistance…
United Airlines Bans 25 Dog & Cat Breeds
In the wake of several unfortunate animal-related incidents, United Airlines temporarily banned all pets from their flights while they reevaluated their PetSafe travel policies. Yesterday the company released a list of 25 dog…
Do Therapy Dogs Like Their Jobs?
With a growing list of places where you might run into a therapy dog, it’s easy to see real-life examples of the good work they’re known for. They visit hospitals, nursing homes,…
Pet Food Manufacturer Offers To Cover Vet Bills Related To Food Recall
In March, Australian pet food manufacturer Advance Pet (which is owned by Mars Petcare, the same company that makes brands such as Eukanuba, Iams, and Pedigree) recalled all lots of their Advance…
Dislocated And Disabled, These Lava Dogs In Hawaii Need Your Help!
Residents of Hawaii’s Big Island bask on Pacific-lined beaches under canopies of palm trees, but their tropical location isn’t always about cool breezes and coconut water. They also reside on an island…
City Passes Anti-Puppy Mill Law, But One Notorious Pet Store Isn’t Happy
As lawmakers across the country start cracking down on puppy mills and those that support them, a business in Florida is fighting for the right to stay open. Puppy Collection Inc. in…