By Susan Rowney
Receiving a diagnosis of cancer can be devastating news for any dog owner. Understanding that there is a quickly-advancing, life-threatening condition present many times has pet owners grieving prematurely while they accept this news and try to decide what to do about it.…
Added by Susan Rowney on February 19, 2012 at 9:23pm — 1 Comment
By Lynnie
Pets. They give us their unconditional love, and they're frequently considered to be members of the family, like our children. Unfortunately, just like children, cats and other pets can cause a lot of damage to our personal property.
Inappropriate urination is…
Above: Casual Canine X-treme Weather Dog Boots
Member Post By Rosemary Heinz
Dog foot wear and clothing for dogs seem to be a fashion…
Added by Rosemary Heinz on February 19, 2012 at 1:30pm — 1 Comment
By Kate Rae
With so much conflicting information about pet food available today, home made pet food is becoming a more popular choice of pet owners. Of course we all want to feed our canine and feline friends the best food possible, giving them the best nutrition possible. The…
Added by Kate Rae on February 19, 2012 at 1:18pm — 1 Comment
By Auntie Jazz
Attention crazy cat ladies in training: taking care of a multi-cat household can be hard! Whether your house is full of cats because you just love them so much, or because you have multiple roommates who all own cats, adjusting…
Added by Auntie Jazz on February 2, 2012 at 12:29am — 1 Comment
Leopard cats are native to India, where they are becoming more rare.
My Leopard Cat Snowy
By Gaurav Ji
This is a true story of my cat Snowy. Snowy was of the species of leopard cat found here in India. She was slightly white and grey in color, with…
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Above: Dogs who are overweight are prone to many health-related issues, but in senior years it can be a critical health issue, particularly in the onset of hip issues and arthritis, and heart problems. Don't over love your dog to the point of obesity.
By Jenn Young
The senior…
Added by Jenn Young on January 22, 2012 at 11:00am — 1 Comment
By Maggie Linn
Today, dogs and cats are living longer than ever, in part due to the many advances made in veterinary medicine to keep them healthier. Many human procedures and treatment options are available to pets that never were before, making a definite impact in expected…
Added by Maggie Linn on January 19, 2012 at 7:30pm — 1 Comment
By Peter Slacko
I had a dog named Gymie. I have thousands of memories of Gymie, memories that will never part with me. I still remember the day when I brought Gymie home. From a distance people thought I was carrying a ball of cotton in my hand. He was a mongrel, pure white in color with furry hairs all over his body. I called him the world’s loveliest dog, and he certainly was. Instantly he became a part of our family, though my parents were a bit reluctant in the beginning as they…
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Ollie the Boxer is the latest recipient of Scout & Zoe's Exceptional Canine Award
Scout & Zoe’s Natural Antler Dog Chews is honoring a 6-month-old Boxer pup who saved Christmas—and his family—by detecting a…
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by Becca Chow
Most pet owners take the responsibilty of their pet's health very seriously. A pet is not just an animal; he is a valuable family member. Some owners will drain their bank account to do whatever interventions are needed while to others, a sick pet is a commitment of…
ContinueAdded by Nic Marshall, Editor Dog and Cat on December 20, 2011 at 3:00pm — 1 Comment
Tips to organize your home for pets and the messes they create are now part of all the helpful advice offered at the home organization website Organization Make Sense.
The research is pretty…
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The holiday season means food, family, fun—and a lot of activity. As you go about your holiday celebrations, though, please remember how your four-legged best friends experience the holidays. These tips, developed by The Green Leaf Pet Resort & Hotel (…
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The program, in which celebrities from all walks of life lend their name to Best Friends Animal Society’s national work on behalf of homeless pets, is in full swing with the introduction of its own web site and ambassadors will be at work on many projects in 2012.
Best Friends Animal Society, one of America’s best-known animal welfare organizations, announces its new Acclaimed Ambassadors…
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One of the many books chronicling heroic behaviour of dogs.
Rebecca Chenowet
Dog heroes come in all shapes and sizes, from noble purebreds to lovable mutts. Dogs have long fascintated us with their loyalty, devotion, and compassion. Anyone can recognize the goofy good nature of…
Added by Nic Marshall, Editor Dog and Cat on December 9, 2011 at 4:30pm — 2 Comments
There are over 200 million pets in America. Their environmental impact on the planet is often greatly underestimated. Arcanatura produces high-end, organic products for dogs, cats and horses that aim to reduce the extreme environmental impact pets have on our planet, while promoting holistic, alternative…
ContinueAdded by Nic Marshall, Editor Dog and Cat on December 7, 2011 at 6:31pm — 1 Comment
A new iPhone app for dog lovers is packed full of dog-centric features that mix technology with good old fashioned fun! Pet parents can now immortalize memorable moments with their dog and share experiences among other dog owners using advanced social networking features.
Dog Boogie is the ultimate app for dog owners, from DogTown Media LLC. The highly interactive app, now available for free on the App Store, was created to enhance the relationship between pet owners and their four…
ContinueAdded by Nic Marshall, Editor Dog and Cat on December 6, 2011 at 6:45pm — 1 Comment
A Denver-area non-profit called Cat Care Society (CCS) has built its annual Holiday Appeal around the success of its recent work with the abandoned 7-year-old cat named 'Necklace' by the Society Staff. Necklace was found with multiple skin injuries to her neck and face, an ulcer on her upper lip, a broken…
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Above: Remember your beloved dog and cat over the holidays and include them in the fun and planning.Added by Nic Marshall, Editor Dog and Cat on December 4, 2011 at 9:15pm — No Comments
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