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Herman is a 1-year-old Maltese Yorkie.He loves running in the park, snacking on his favorite treat of boiled chicken, wearing hooded sweatshirts and getting his picture taken, of course.Herman is what you’d call a doggie influencer. Pictures of him posing in adorable little hoodies have garnered him more than 40,000 followers on Instagram, sending him […]

Mars Petcare has announced it has initiated a voluntary recall of a limited number of Cesar Filet Mignon Flavor wet dog food due to a potential choking risk from small pieces of plastic which entered the food during the production process. What’s Recalled? Cesar Classics Filet Mignon can be purchased individually as well as in […]

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Animal Services is urging pet owners to include furry companions in their Hurricane Matthew plans and to buy a two-week supply of pet food before the storm hits.”We often find that residents simply do not think that a storm will impact them, and therefore do not have a disaster plan, or do not include their […]

Turtle saved

Not only did this pair of injured turtles make a triumphant return to the ocean, they even had their own cheering section.Like something out of “Free Willy,” turtles named Summer and Sofie were released back into the wild on the morning of Sept. 29 to the chants and cheers of a group of Australian schoolchildren […]

Samo isn’t buying it.After walking by his local pet store, this pup named Samo plopped himself right in front of the store’s door and refused to budge. Unfortunately, it was 11 p.m. and the store was clearly closed, but Samo’s canine nose was telling him there were delicious treats and fun toys inside. Let’s all hope […]

Are your beloved pets really “refugees?” According to a pair of New Jersey law professors, you’re violating your animals’ rights by even calling them “pets” in the first place.Despite living with six rescue dogs, Rutgers University professors Gary Francione and Anna Charlton think of their companions more like “non-human refugees” that share their home. In […]

Pet Safe Keeping, a new program launched Tuesday, means victims of domestic violence can leave an abusive situation without leaving their pets behind. Help is now available for the pets of domestic violence victims in the Corner Brook area. “Pet Safe Keeping”, a new program launched Tuesday, means domestic violence victims can now find temporary […]

\Young Americans are less likely to be homeowners, car owners or parents than their predecessors, but they do lead in one category: Pets. Three-fourths of Americans in their 30s have dogs, while 51 percent have cats, according to a survey released by research firm Mintel. That compares to 50 percent of the overall population with dogs, and […]

September is Animal Pain Awareness Month. My Lab, Sanchez, is 13-years-old. I still sometimes have a hard time identifying the difference between a behavior problem and a physical ailment. Our dogs are so adaptable and want to please us so much, it’s sometimes challenging to detect their pain. These often subtle signs will help you determine […]

  Your dog makes all sorts of noises, and a lot of them probably sound like human coughs. In fact, a flu-afflicted person is often described as having a “barking” cough. But dogs can actually cough too, often sounding like you do when you’re congested and have a cold, or as though they are sneezing […]

We’re pretty sure that WBZ sports journalist Steve Burton is saying “See ya later, gator!” in a whole new light these days.Last week, Burton hosted his “Sports Final” segment by bringing on wild animals (no, we’re not sure why either). And while he handled other scary beasts, including a tarantula, scorpion and boa constrictor just […]

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A dog was found alive underneath rubble in Amatrice, Italy, nine days after the deadly earthquake struck the central part of the country. Searches returned to the house with the owners when they heard barking. The dog appeared to be in good shape. Source: Dog pulled from rubble 9 days after Italy earthquake – TODAY.com

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Labor Day symbolizes the end of summer for you and your pet. Time to start planning your weekend getaway — whether it be to the beach, the mountains, or somewhere in between. Before you hit the road, it’s important to plan ahead for pet travel and always keep the best interests of your furry sidekick in […]

Your pet loves to ride in the car.It’s become a lot easier to just put your fur-baby Bentley in the car since more hotels, restaurants and destinations are offering more pet-friendly options.Nearly 73 percent of pet owners enjoy bringing their furry companions for a car ride. It may not be as safe as you think. […]

A Cincinnati family was thinking the worst when their dog went missing for a week.So imagine their horror — and joy — when they found he had been stuck in a drainage pipe the whole time, frightened, hungry and whimpering.Edgar, a 4-year-old black retriever mix, is now in good health, but his tale can serve […]

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With boating season in high gear, it’s a good time for a little refresher on pet-friendly boating to ensure your little one is safe.Before hitting the high seas with your pet, it’s important to plan ahead and always keep the best interests of your four-legged friend in mind. Boating with your pet can be a […]

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Consider this your annual reminder: Don’t dump your pet goldfish into a lake. Invasive species are, generally speaking, not so great. When an organism moves into a territory where it lacks natural predators, it can interrupt the entire ecosystem by scarfing down local resources and killing important species. But some invasive species start out as […]

Pets can take a bite out of your budget, but location plays a key role in determining just how expensive it is to take in a four-footed friend. Pets can take a bite out of your budget, but your location plays a key role in determining just how expensive — or inexpensive — it is […]