Pet Health - Page 14

November 20, 2023

Why the adoption of senior pets can be the 'purrfect' addition to your life

Choosing to welcome an older animal into your home can be the start of a journey filled with remarkable connection and heartwarming tales. Here's what to know about senior pets.

November 17, 2023

Experts recommend isolating dogs amid respiratory 'mystery illness'

Experts believe the unidentified condition, which leads to severe antibiotic-resistant pneumonia, is contagious and contracted by dogs in group settings.

November 16, 2023

Exotic bird finally released from airport after it was held for 3 months due to paperwork issue

A bird owner is relieved to have her pet home after he was held in customs at Heathrow Airport in London, England, for several months due to paperwork issues.

November 12, 2023

Ahead of Thanksgiving, veterinarian reveals a common reason pets wind up in the ER during the holidays

A Florida vet shared the most common reason pets end up in the emergency room on Thanksgiving. She shares her tips for keeping your pet safe this holiday.

November 10, 2023

Bernedoodle dog rushed to veterinary hospital after swallowing three of her owner’s socks

A dog in Ireland felt the consequences of choosing to eat her owner's socks after having two procedures to safely remove the items — meet Molly the Bernedoodle.

November 6, 2023

Winner, winner! American Humane announces its 2023 Hero Dog Award recipient

American Humane crowned its 2023 Hero Dog Award to a therapy dog stationed in Missouri with the USO. Maverick supports service members and their families.

November 1, 2023

'Gentle giant' dog, at 250 pounds, eats an entire chicken daily as owner spends nearly $5K a year on food

A dog owner in England shared that his pet eats an entire chicken every day. The dog weighs over 250 pounds — costing the owner over $4,000 a year just to feed the beast.

October 31, 2023

Ask a doctor: ‘Does my pet have fall allergies — and if so, how can I help?’

Just like humans, pets can experience allergies — particularly in the fall. Nicole Savageau, a veterinarian in Austin, Texas, shares tips for pet owners to keep their animals healthy and happy.

October 27, 2023

Blind dog is reunited with its family after going missing for three days in the UK: 'Overjoyed'

An 11-year-old blind Labrador retriever was reunited with its family after three days with the help of Drone to Home, a U.K.-based search and rescue charity. Here's the happy tale.

October 16, 2023

California dogs are up for adoption after they were surrendered with costume jewelry glued to their heads

A bonded pair of dogs were surrendered after an owner glued costume jewelry to the top of their heads. The dogs, based in California, recovered and are looking for a loving home.