Articles tagged: animals
Photo Gallery: Pet Photo Friday: Well-traveled dogs, playful cats and best buddies
Posted: May 24, 2013We invite our readers to interact here on the pets section any chance we get, and one thing is evident: People are passionate about their companion animals, no matter what breed they are. And as ... Read more »
Pets: Amtrak passengers may be able to bring pets aboard trains if proposed bill passes
Posted: May 24, 2013Train travel has a certain quality that sets it apart from other forms of travel: you can see America from a very different vantage point than you would being behind the wheel yourself, or in ... Read more »
Pets: Having a severe weather plan can easily include pets
Posted: May 23, 2013I think it's a safe bet that we're free from the worry of frost advisories (finally!) and if you're like me, you're really enjoying the outdoors. Certainly, as a pet sitter, I'm thrilled. Working outdoors ... Read more »
Pets: Fearful dogs who bite must have their confidence built slowly by calm owners
Posted: May 21, 2013Editor's note: National Dog Bite Prevention Week is May 19 - 25. Click here to read a post from Monday on preventing dog bite incidents, which includes a comprehensive guide from the American Veterinary Medical ... Read more »
Pets: Laser therapy shows promise in treating soft tissue injuries, arthritis in pets
Posted: May 20, 2013One of the most exciting aspects of medicine is watching the development of new technologies that change the way we practice medicine. One of the emerging technologies in both human and animal medicine right now ... Read more »
Pets: Understanding dog body language is crucial in preventing dog bites
Posted: May 20, 2013Dog bite: those words have an emotional resonance, don't they? If you've ever been bitten by a dog, you don't forget it. It usually happens so fast that it leaves you stunned. May 19-25, 2013 ... Read more »
Pets: 'Sad Cat Diary' pokes fun at the secret life of felines
Posted: May 17, 2013Living with a cat is different than with a dog. Having done it somewhat successfully for more than 15 years myself, I can tell you that my furry friend, Silver, has kept things interesting and ... Read more »
Photo Gallery: Pet Photo Friday: polydactyl cats, new friends and sunshine
Posted: May 17, 2013We invite our readers to interact here on the pets section any chance we get, and one thing is evident: People are passionate about their companion animals, no matter what breed they are. And as ... Read more »
Pets: Sustainability and pets: is pet food the only area that needs serious consideration?
Posted: May 16, 2013Sustainability is a word that has become well-woven into our everyday language, and it's no wonder: we're finding more ways to be mindful of our daily activities and their impact on the environment. For so ... Read more »
Pets: Pets are living longer, healthier - but which states have pets that fared best?
Posted: May 13, 2013I can't emphasize enough the role that our better understanding of the overall needs of our companion animals plays today in helping them live better. Advances in veterinary care, better education of pet owners in ... Read more »
Pets: American Heart Association says having a pet may help reduce heart disease
Posted: May 11, 2013The idea that spending time with pets has a positive impact on the mental well-being of humans has been demonstrated in many ways, from therapy dogs visiting troops deployed overseas to therapy pets used in ... Read more »
Photo Gallery: Pet Photo Friday: A Great Dane puppy on a slide, hugging cats and hungry squirrels
Posted: May 10, 2013We invite our readers to interact here on the pets section any chance we get, and one thing is evident: People are passionate about their companion animals, no matter what breed they are. And as ... Read more »
Pets: Is using the term 'pet owner' such a bad thing?
Posted: May 07, 2013Being so immersed in the culture of pets, I find no shortage of ways things are changing and evolving when it comes to our relationships with companion animals. One sticking point I'm often caught in ... Read more »
Photo Gallery: Pet Photo Friday: Spring has sprung!
Posted: May 03, 2013We invite our readers to interact here on the pets section any chance we get, and one thing is evident: People are passionate about their companion animals, no matter what breed they are. And as ... Read more »
Pets: Scat-tracking dog teams aid conservationists in protecting endangered species
Posted: May 02, 2013There has always been a lot of talk about a canine's sense of smell, and that skill has landed them some of the most unique jobs know to exist. They sniff out drugs, bombs and ... Read more »
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