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Kitten rescued from Colorado highway amid 90-degree heat
(UPI) Animal rescuers in Colorado came to the rescue of a stray kitten who "took a wrong turn and ended up on the interstate."
The Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region said on social media that a pair of officers responded to a report of a kitten running loose amid the 90-degree heat on Interstate 25.
"This kitten took a wrong turn and ...Read more
Tips on having your dog in your bridal party
Happy wedding season!
Because our dogs are our companions, many people want to include them in the big day’s celebration. To ensure that your dog’s participation in the festivities goes smoothly, the American Kennel Club offers the following tips for including your dog in your wedding safely.
Consider your dog’s temperament. Before ...Read more
Kitten rescued after 2 days stranded on roof of 3-story home
(UPI) Animal rescuers and firefighters in England teamed up to rescue a kitten stranded for nearly two days on the roof of a three-story building.
RSPCA inspector Lisa Lupson said in a news release that the kitten, named Coco, somehow ended up on the roof of the Wilmslow, Cheshire, building, and her owners were unable to lure her down with food...Read more
Ask the Vet: Secondhand Smoke Causes Cancer in Cats
Q: Tao, our 11-year-old part-Siamese cat, was diagnosed with lymphoma. He has always been an active, healthy indoor cat, so I don't understand how this could have happened. What causes lymphoma in cats?
A: I'm sorry to hear about Tao's lymphoma, also called lymphosarcoma. It is the most common cancer in cats -- and the incidence is higher in ...Read more
My Pet World: Dog rescued from puppy mill is scared to walk on a leash
Dear Cathy,
I recently "rescued" a six-year-old poodle from a neighborhood shelter that received over 30 dogs from a large puppy mill. I love him and am determined to give him the best in life. He is very fearful and emotionally starved, but we are slowly working toward making him feel safe, comfortable and loved.
The only problem I have is he...Read more
Curious Colorado canine turns on stove, starts fire
(UPI) Firefighters in Colorado shared security camera footage from a home where a curious canine investigating some boxes on its owner's stove started a fire.
The Colorado Springs Fire Department said on social media that crews responded to a home on Rushmore Drive on a report of a possible structure fire.
Firefighters arrived at 4:47 a.m. on ...Read more
The doggy paddle: Tips on teaching your dog how to swim
Swimming may come natural to some dogs, and most love it. However, even natural-born swimmers need to be trained. Pool season is here, and you can make the most of the heat with your pup by following a few pool safety tips.
The American Kennel Club offers the following advice for properly teaching your dog to swim and keeping them safe ...Read more
Ask The Vet: Battery Ingestion Can Cause Severe Damage
Q: We're pretty sure our dog, Holly, ate a remote control with its batteries, because we can't find it anywhere. She seems normal. What should we do?
A: Take Holly to her veterinarian immediately for a physical exam and radiographs, often called X-rays.
If Holly did eat the remote, or even just a battery, she could develop severe medical ...Read more
Adopting a dog? It helps to do some homework first
Local animal shelters have plenty of dogs waiting for new homes, but if you choose to adopt from a private rescue group, it helps to do some homework first.
"Pets are big business and very lucrative," said Madeline Bernstein, president of SpcaLA. "So there are a lot of scams out there."
A legitimate group will quarantine its dogs for at least ...Read more
A canine rescue group became a favorite of Hollywood celebrities. But were the dogs really 'rescues'?
LOS ANGELES -- Ellen DeGeneres skipped on stage for her talk show that day, beaming, proclaiming: “I can’t even tell you how excited I am.” The comedian and her wife had adopted a puppy, a chocolate-brown poodle named Mrs. Wallis Browning.
“We got her from a wonderful rescue place,” she told the audience in 2019. “It’s called ...Read more
10 summertime plants that are toxic to dogs
The sun is shining, the weather's warm, schools are out—it's time for some summer fun! For folks with canine companions, summer means more time outdoors. From long walks through shady spots to days at the beach or the lake, time outside means more sunshine for everyone—a welcome relief after those dreary winters that can get pet parents and ...Read more
Tips for dining out with your pup
Being in the full swing of summertime means more opportunities to enjoy the weather and that always means outdoor dining!
Whether you’re out to dinner or at weekend brunch, the American Kennel Club suggests the following tips for dining out with your dog safely:
Hydration is key: Outdoor dining is most popular during the summer, and that...Read more
Love, Loss and 'A Dog's Purpose Forever'
The day we got our bloodhound puppy, Maggie, I looked at my husband and said, "We're going to have to say goodbye to her one day." Everyone who has ever loved a dog has felt this kind of anticipatory grief. We know that a special bond with a dog comes with an expiration date. Or does it?
There's a new book coming out in September by Cathryn ...Read more
It's a Dog's Strife
The mental health crisis that seems to be afflicting many of us has found a new target: our best friends. Veterinarians across the country report rising prescriptions of Prozac for dogs, along with various mood stabilizers for separation anxiety, socialization fears, biting habits or other problematic behaviors.
The phenomenon reflects the ...Read more
Ask The Vet: Ear Mites Contagious to Pets, Not People
Q: My new kitten Nala has ear mites, for which my veterinarian prescribed treatment. I know from reading your column that some animal parasites also infect people. Can Nala's ear mites jump to me? What about my other cat?
A: Ear mites, the most common cause of ear infections in cats, are highly contagious among cats and dogs, particularly ...Read more
Lost dog turns up 1,000 miles from home after 2 years
(UPI) A Maryland man's lost dog turned up two years later after somehow ending up 1,000 miles from home.
Tony Duncan said his dog, Luna, vanished from his Mardela Springs home after chasing some wild animals into the nearby woods and failing to return.
Duncan said he never gave up hope he would see Luna again, but he was still shocked to ...Read more
Service dogs can reduce the severity of PTSD for veterans – new research
Service dogs can alleviate some symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder for veterans, according to a study our team published in June 2024 in the medical journal JAMA Network Open.
Over the past decade, our research group has been studying whether trained service dogs can help veterans with PTSD – a mental health condition that ...Read more
My Pet World: When dogs fight between fences – And an FDA-approved drug for noise-sensitive dogs
Dear Cathy,
Neighbors on both sides of our fence have dogs. Ours is a female; the other dogs are males. For some unknown reason, our Goldendoodle and their dogs behave aggressively toward each other through the fence.
None of the families can be in our backyards with our dogs simultaneously. Is there a safe way to socialize the dogs so they ...Read more
When people are under economic stress, their pets suffer too – we found parts of Detroit that are animal welfare deserts
Nearly two-thirds of U.S. households have at least one pet. More than ever before, companion animals are a part of life – particularly in cities, where the majority of Americans live.
Cities offer access to many resources, but often it’s not distributed evenly. Some scholars describe parts of U.S. cities with few or no grocery ...Read more
Trapped kitten rescued from in between semi truck tires
(UPI) Ohio State Patrol troopers rescued a curious kitten that crawled in between the wheels of a semi truck and became stuck.
The OSP's Northeast Ohio office said on social media that a semi driver was conducting a pre-trip inspection of his vehicle on the Ohio Turnpike in Portage County when he discovered a kitten wedged in between two tires....Read more