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Watching a beloved pet fall seriously ill can be heart-wrenching, especially if Fluffy or Fido becomes unresponsive. But did you know you might be able to save your dog's or cat's life by administering CPR?

"When pet owners or bystanders initiate life support, we have seen successful outcomes and the pet may go back home with a good quality of ...Read more

Dear Cathy,

I have three budgies: two in one cage; one in another. I want to paint my room with Emulsion on the walls and the doors sanded down and painted. Would my birds be safe in a spare bedroom, if so for how long.

— Sheila, Redruth, Cornwall, England

Dear Sheila,

It’s great that you’re considering your parakeets' safety before ...Read more

This spring, while you’re busy cleaning, mopping and dusting everything in sight, don’t forget about your dog’s living space as well. While we’re cleaning, we also need to remember that many common cleaning products may contain ingredients or chemicals that can pose health risks to your pets.

Here are some tips to ensure your pets ...Read more

A city worker recently spotted a mountain lion in a part of Texas where there’s never been a confirmed sighting, according to officials.

The employee, a member of the city’s trail crew, was at Purgatory Creek Natural Area on the morning of Thursday, April 17, when they saw a mountain lion climb down from a tree and sprint away, the City of ...Read more

Chappell Roan is "obsessed" with guinea pigs.

The 27-year-old pop star has a passion for the rodents and, at one point had four of her own but also offered her services at a rescue shelter for a period of time.

Speaking on the 'Las Culturistas' podcast, she said: "I'm really glad that guinea pigs have their own culture online because I'm a ...Read more

With more than 350 million beloved cat companions in homes across the globe, the veterinary community has focused on research to keep them around for as long as possible.

Cat owners today can expect their feline friends to live an average of 13 to 17 years. This is partially attributable to shifts in attitudes about indoor and outdoor ...Read more

Dear Cathy,

Our Harry is a four-year-old Labradoodle. He is smart, loving, and generally well-behaved as in following basic commands like sit, stay, down, and heel. My husband has even taught him to "speak." We adore our Harry, but there is one problem that has always bothered us.

He is too friendly and demanding of attention from people who ...Read more

A 2-year-old boy was back with his family on Wednesday after a rancher’s dog found him in the desert 7 miles from his home in Arizona, authorities said.

The family of 2-year-old Boden Allen reported him missing on Monday after he wandered away in Seligman, the Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office said in a statement.

Deputies and more than 40 ...Read more

Spring has finally arrived! That means it’s time for spring cleaning.

To get your pup looking and feeling their best for the season, the American Kennel Club suggests the following grooming and hygiene tips.

Groom your dog. Shedding can increase drastically in the spring because dogs lose their winter coats. Regular brushing can help ...Read more

A happy cat may not always purr like a motor or dance around your feet, but there are subtle signs that point to feline contentment—and others that suggest something might be wrong.

When a cat is relaxed and comfortable in its environment, its body language reflects it. A gently swishing tail, slow blinks, and a soft, upright posture are ...Read more

Dear Cathy,

I adopted a now 50-pound, one-year-old mixed breed rescue six months ago. She’s a sweet cuddler with lots of energy. She has plenty of toys, full backyard access, frequent play time with my other dog, and two 40-minute walks a day.

Overall, she’s well-behaved and growing out of puppy behaviors – except for one. I call them �...Read more

A cat’s purr is one of the most familiar and comforting sounds in the animal world, a soft, rhythmic vibration that often signals contentment. But the true nature of the purr remains something of a mystery to scientists, even as it continues to charm cat owners around the globe.

Cats begin purring as early as a few days old, thought to be a ...Read more

PERHAM, Minn. – Outside the sparkling new high school here, no one lingered in the parking lot on one of winter’s coldest nights. Inside, though, the Hive was jumping.

This girls basketball game wasn’t particularly noteworthy: the Perham Yellowjackets against the Staples-Motley Cardinals with neither team bound for the state tournament. ...Read more

Many pet owners are familiar with their dog’s hyperactivity, also known as the zoomies. In many cases, the root cause is the lack of a comprehensive education plan on the dog breed. Your pup may need a daily exercise plan more fitted to their breed.

The American Kennel Club offers the following tips for owners of hyperactive dogs.

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Indoor cats can be affectionate companions, but without enough stimulation and structure, they can also become surprisingly destructive. From shredded furniture to overturned water glasses and relentless nighttime zoomies, even the most charming feline can develop habits that frustrate their owners. The key to reducing this behavior lies in ...Read more

A jealous dog can be both endearing and frustrating. While their clingy behavior might seem cute at first, it can quickly escalate into disruptive habits that affect the harmony of your home. Dogs, like people, are emotional creatures, and jealousy is often a sign of insecurity or confusion about changes in their environment.

The most common ...Read more