As students across the country return to classrooms and routines, pets are also facing a change in their daily lives. After spending the summer with their families at home, many dogs and cats now must ...
Just like with people, when pets experience chronic stress it can raise cortisol levels, heart rate and blood pressure; ...
A wagging tail, a soft purr or even a gentle nudge from a rabbit can help ease the weight of mental stress without a single word exchanged. Unlike people, pets don’t judge, interrupt or rush you to ...
There’s no denying that your dog is your devoted companion, showering you with kisses and cuddles when you need it most. But ...
Pets can feel the summer heat long before we do. Your cat or dog may enjoy lying in a warm, sunny spot, but it’s important to keep them safe as temperatures rise during the summer months. When ...
Science is beginning to confirm what many pet owners have long suspected, sharing your life with an animal companion can be good for both your heart and your mind. Recent studies suggest that living ...
DEAR PET TALK: I would like to help other pets — in shelters or pets owned by people who need support. How do I do that? DEAR I LOVE ANIMALS: I applaud your spirit — right now, with inflation ...
Last year more than 4,700 pet owners surrendered their animals, many because they simply could not afford to pay for food and ...
Fear of fireworks is one of the most common challenges faced by dog owners. Animals will often display visible signs of anxiety − like shaking, pacing the room or hiding − when faced with the booms ...
HELP (Hardship Emergency Loan Program) for Pets will hold their Annual Sponsor/Board Meeting on Feb. 5, at 7 p.m. The meeting ...