PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Authorities say a 2-year-old Chihuahua died in a hot car while its owner was cleaning condominiums in Florida. Now 29-year-old Angela Delandra Rogers of Banks, …

(Inside Science) -- When it comes to sheer friendliness, few humans can match the average dog. But people with Williams syndrome may come close, their unusual genetics granting them a puppyish zeal f …

There are approximately 10 million animals that wander off and become lost each year; and most dogs and cats go missing in July. There are different theories associated with why the month of July; bu …

  Fostering a dog is one of the most caring things you can do for a homeless dog in need. By becoming a foster dog parent, you can reduce the number of homeless dogs on the streets and provide th …

Some dogs stress out over fireworks; and if you have a few remaining firecrackers left over from the 4th of July, your dog may be in-hiding from the loud bangs and booms. This is why pet owners in Ca …

You have your sparklers nearby; your red, white and blue decor; and your food.prepared You're officially ready to celebrate America's birthday. Although we may love fireworks and the pretty colors in …

It would seem to make sense that the states with the least amount of outdoor physical activities (lack of mountains, lack of beach, etc) and states with the highest percentage of overweight people wo …

A study from the University of Alberta shows that owning pets can protect infants from future allergies and obesity. The theory from researchers is that children and babies exposed to this bacteria e …

By Casey Smith, Nat Geographic Republished from June 19, 2017 In true feline form, cats took their time deciding whether to jump into humans’ laps. In a new comprehensive study of the spre …

If you think you're hot in the summertime, imagine what it must feel like for your pets. We often forget that our dogs and cats are wearing fur coats 24/7 - which serves them well in the winter; but …

(CNN) After a news-filled week in Washington, Vice President Mike Pence privately handled a loss at home: the death of their family cat, Oreo. Second lady Karen Pence tweeted photos of the family …

Cat owners may be scratching their heads thinking 'What in the world is whisker fatigue?' While it may sound like a medical term for excessive cat kissing, or even an April Fool's Day prank, it's act …

Dogs wear a fur coat 24/7; and with the rising temperature, your pet may be sweating on the inside and suffering from the heat. Prevent heat stroke in dogs by doing the following: __________________ …

You might not realize it, but some of your behaviors may be stressing out your cat. While most cat owners aren’t intending to make their cat feel anxious, some may be unaware of the effects the …

SPOKANE, Wash. – As the temperatures increase, so do the chances of being attacked by bugs. This year, insect experts are predicting larger than normal numbers of ticks. Dr. Kat Bell works for …

This year, The American Humane Association declared May 7-13, 2017 to be named National Be Kind to Animals Week, a time for pet lovers to show animals of all kinds love and attention through compassi …

Pet Awareness Month is a May pet observance for pet owners that promotes responsible pet ownership and makes people aware of the benefits of adopting a pet dog or cat. Being a responsible pet owner m …

TULSA, Oklahoma -Veterinarians say now is the time of year pet owners need to be vigilant, especially after a rare illness killed a dog earlier this week. The disease is called Pythiosis - it's a fun …