Pet Health - Page 43

September 18, 2017

Rescue dog dies after eating cupcake made with sugar substitute

A city-wide alert went out for pet owners in Alameda, California, after a devastated couple shared a harrowing tale about their 2-year-old rescue dog who died after getting into the garbage.

September 18, 2017

Puppies sold at Petland linked to multi-state Campylobacter outbreak

A multi-state outbreak of human Campylobacter infections that has sickened at least 39 has been linked to puppies sold through Petland, a national pet store chain.

September 18, 2017

Here's what foods are dangerous for dogs

The following foods dangerous for dogs can send your four-legged to the vet.

September 14, 2017

Paralyzed pup to participate in Chicago Marathon

Gordon, an incomplete paraplegic, was shot and did prison time before finding running.

August 17, 2017

Dog trained to lie down when he smells cancer

Scientists seeking a quick and affordable way to detect thyroid cancer have trained a dog to smell it on people, with really good results.

July 3, 2017

Prosthetic limbs offering pets a new 'leash' on life

A 7-year-old German shepherd dog named Star has some new pep in her step.

June 27, 2017

US pets are becoming more overweight, study says

A new report by the Banfield Pet Hospital shows that one in three pets who went to Banfield facilities in 2016 are overweight.

June 22, 2017

Veterinarian sings to nervous pup before her surgery

When the animals that come through the Fox Hollow Animal Hospital in Lakewood, Colorado are stressed out, Dr. Ross Henderson is there to comfort them.

June 22, 2017

Pistons coach adopts dog with special needs overlooked in shelter event

The dog was adopted this week and his new home is with Detroit Pistons head coach Stan Van Gundy.

June 22, 2017

Kids with pets more likely to avoid eating meat

Kids who spend time cuddling up with Fido or Fluffy are more likely to turn their noses up at meat later in life, a new study suggests