(Family Features) Having a dog can be one of the most rewarding experiences in the world. Many pet owners even call their pets “fur babies” or say they’re a “pet parent.” While having a pet comes with responsibility and commitment, the physical and emotional benefits far outweigh the sacrifice for the whole family.Check out these benefits of having a pet, and visit Pedigree.com or Cesar.com to learn how to fulfill your pup’s nutritional needs. Photo courtesy of FotoliaWork Out with a Buddy – If you’re looking for a workout partner to stay active with, look no further than your four-legged friend. Take your pooch for a walk or run, or play a game of fetch. You’ll get in some exercise and he can expel some extra energy. For a fun look at pups playing sports, check out these videos from Pedigree showing “pup-letes” playing soccer, basketball and diving.Meet New Friends – Your pet isn’t the only one who can make … [Read more...] about 4 Benefits of Being a Pet Parent
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Need a pick-me-up? Check out these pet photos
Newsday readers share photos of their insanely cute pets. (Captions are submitted by readers who share their photos.) Rocco is wearing a traditional kimono purchased at Epco/Orlando, China Pavilion. That is one dapper looking Chiweenie. Roxy a 1-year-old Morkie enjoying her first St. Patrick?s Day at home, waiting for the family to celebrate, dressed up in all green Sam making weight Jack is a 6 year old Havanese getting ready for my daughter?s wedding Charlie is ready for St. Patrick's Day! Shirley, getting in the mood for St. Patty?s Day! Franky taking in some sun Lacey 10 month old Cavapoo enjoying the St. Patrick's day parade in Bayport on 3/11/18 Our rescue,Misty, all ready for St Patrick?s Day!! I love St. Patrick?s Day Mia, looking to celebrate St. Paddy?s Day I love bows! Franky is ready for easter. Lola enjoying the snow storm! Taco the Dog Fisherman of Gloucester. Snow nose!! Our mushy & so loved 7 year old Lab/Shepard/Pit mix Otis!! Who … [Read more...] about Need a pick-me-up? Check out these pet photos
Need a pick-me-up? Check out these pet photos!
Updated December 28, 2017 2:09 PM Newsday readers share photos of their insanely cute pets. (Captions are submitted by readers who share their photos.) Pearl the Pitbull puppy having a holly jolly Christmas! Red is waiting patiently for Santa with his mother Nika and his father Storm. Geno our 3 year old yorkie mix wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and looking forward to the Mets 2018 season. All dressed up in his top hat and "tails," ready to usher in a beautiful new year, certain to be filled with treats and love! Happy "Newdle" Year - with love from Noodle the Schnoodle. Cookie is ready for Christmas and Santa Paws! Magic is all ready for Christmas taking photos at Avalon Park after the first snowfall. Luke wishing everyone-Merry Christmas! Therapy Dogs of Long Island's Barbie, Ken and Pumpkin posing for their Christmas Card Photo. Photo by Terry Gallogly, Smithtown Santa paws is coming to town Franky & Yogi waiting for Dad to come home. Capodoste … [Read more...] about Need a pick-me-up? Check out these pet photos!
Veterinarians seek permission to research pot meds for pets
Veterinarians seek permission to research pot meds for pets Andrew Selsky, Associated Press December 8, 2017 Photo: David Zalubowski /Associated Press Image 1of/3 CaptionClose Image 1 of 3 In this Monday, Nov. 6, 2017, photo, a syringe loaded with a dose of CBD oil is shown in a research laboratory at Colorado State University in Fort Collins, Colo. People anxious to relieve suffering in their pets are increasingly turning to oils and powders that contain CBDs, a non-psychoactive component of marijuana. less In this Monday, Nov. 6, 2017, photo, a syringe loaded with a dose of CBD oil is shown in a research laboratory at Colorado State University in Fort Collins, Colo. People anxious to relieve suffering in their ... more Photo: David Zalubowski /Associated Press Image 2 of 3 In this Monday, Nov. 6, 2017, photo, research technician … [Read more...] about Veterinarians seek permission to research pot meds for pets
Make a resolution to sterilize your pet
Make a resolution to sterilize your pet By Cathy M. Rosenthal December 22, 2017 Photo: Jerry Lara /San Antonio Express-News Resolve this year to sterilize your pets. Resolve this year to sterilize your pets. Q: I live in a mobile home park and have been thinking about how we might get more people to avail themselves to low-cost spaying and neutering services. For some people who work, it might help if the pet owner could leave their dog or cat at the clinic the day before. We also need more notices of where the spay-neuter van will be so that we can get more pets neutered. Most Popular 1 Teen finds mother, her boyfriend dead in apparent murder-suicide 2 Leonard takes another step in comeback with fourth quarter... 3 Three die in accident caused by wild hog 4 Ex-judge accused of sexual assault 5 Deal to take over San Antonio Symphony falls apart As for myself, I offer … [Read more...] about Make a resolution to sterilize your pet
Pets offer special care to patients at Memorial Hermann Cypress Hospital
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Piedmont, Montclair pet of the week: Eggnog
Eggnog, a male domestic shorthair who’s about 2 years old, is the East Bay SPCA’s pet of the week. Eggnog is not only beautiful but wonderful, playful and gregarious. He loves attention and people. His adoption fee, along with all pets with holiday-themed names, is waived throughout December during the East Bay SPCA’s annual Home for the Holidays promotion. Meet Eggnog and other animals available for adoption in the East Bay SPCA’s Oakland Adoption Center at 8323 Baldwin St. For the direct link to Eggnog’s profile, go to: https://goo.gl/KahwwC. Visit www.eastbayspca.org/adoptions to view more adoptable pets, or call 510-569-0702 for more information. The center’s hours are from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesdays through Sundays. … [Read more...] about Piedmont, Montclair pet of the week: Eggnog
Pets of the Week: Pug Rescue, Community Concern for Cats
PUG RESCUE Wednesday is a 9-year-old black beauty. She is told everyday she is a real sweetheart, but she can be a little alpha with other dogs from time to time. Wednesday just wants all the attention and love. She enjoys short walks, cuddling with her foster family and just hanging out with her human friends. She is a mellow and loving girl. Wednesday’s ideal home would be one with no other dogs. She is currently in a home with a male pug and has mostly good days. Wednesday hopes to meet her new owner soon. If anyone is interested in her being the one and only, visit www.pugpros.org for the adoption process and the application. CC4C Kittens can bring light and love to a family during the holiday season. CC4C’s pets of the week are Dasher and Dancer. The brothers were rescued at 8 days old as their mother was missing, and have been bottle fed in a loving foster home. Now 3 months old, they love people, dogs, and each other. Dasher is a dark gray/black … [Read more...] about Pets of the Week: Pug Rescue, Community Concern for Cats
Colorado Springs area pet adoption fairs and events starting Dec. 27
0 View Gallery View Comments ADOPTION FAIRS9-Lives Rescue Inc. - For cats and kittens, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, PetSmart, 2965 New Center Point; 591-4640; colorado9lives.com. Four Paws Rescue - 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Wag N' Wash, 1625 W. Uintah St.; 475-9274, wagnwash.com.Look What the Cat Brought In - 1-5 p.m. Sunday, 2129 E. Boulder St.; lookwhatthecatbroughtin.org.New Hope Rescue Inc. - Dogs, cats, puppies and kittens, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Petco, 1650 E. Cheyenne Mountain Blvd.; newhoperescue.homestead.com.SAINT Animal Rescue - For dogs, puppies, cats, kittens and small caged animals, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Petco, 3060 N. Powers Blvd.; 541-3099, saintanimalrescue.org.SLV Animal Welfare Society - 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, Petco, 5020 N. Nevada Ave.; 587-9663, [email protected] HELP?Harley's Hope Foundation - Provides financial assistance for major veterinary care and behavior-modification services, access to a list of Colorado pet care resources and educational … [Read more...] about Colorado Springs area pet adoption fairs and events starting Dec. 27
Redondo Beach police warning residents to safeguard pets following reported coyote sighting
By City News Service | PUBLISHED: December 28, 2017 at 3:17 am | UPDATED: December 28, 2017 at 4:16 pm REDONDO BEACH >> Police are warning residents to safeguard their pets after someone reported seeing a coyote eating a dead cat Wednesday in Redondo Beach. The coyote and its apparent prey were spotted about 7:40 a.m. in the 2000 block of Vanderbilt Lane, according to the Redondo Beach Police Department. Anyone who spots a coyote is asked to report it to the city’s Animal Control office at 310-318-0611 or call 911 in the event of an immediate threat. After-hours, police can be reached at 310-379-5411. Meanwhile, residents were advised to: never leave small children unattended; scare away coyotes by using “hazing” tactics such as standing tall, yelling and waving arms while approaching the animal; use whistles, air horns, bells, pots and pans, water hoses, pepper spray, rocks or tennis balls to ward off coyotes; chaperone pets while outside, especially at … [Read more...] about Redondo Beach police warning residents to safeguard pets following reported coyote sighting