Pets - Page 44

December 2, 2023

California woman goes viral for 22-year friendship with tortoise she received for Christmas as a child

A TikTok creator has gone viral and gained millions of followers for sharing videos of her life in California with her 175-pound pet tortoise named Tiptoe. Here's their story.

December 2, 2023

Hero dogs: Israel's canine unit saved lives by spotting Hamas terror traps, saving civilians near Gaza Strip

The dogs that die in the line of duty receive a special ceremony and burial in a graveyard set aside for the Oketz unit, with a separate commemoration every year before Memorial Day.

November 30, 2023

'Mutts' creator sets Guard Dog free after decades in chains to address the issue of dog tethering

Cartoonist Patrick McDonnell, creator of "Mutts," has decided to liberate the character Guard Dog, who symbolized the cruelty of dog chaining for decades.

November 29, 2023

Cat adoption ad goes viral for its refreshing honesty: 'She will own you, your house, your belongings'

An adoption ad for Quinn, a three-year-old tortiseshell cat in Maryland, has gone viral after the ad did not hold back on highlighting some of this animal's definite "quirks."

November 29, 2023

US National Park Service to remove hundreds of stray cats from historic tourist spot

The U.S. National Park Service has revealed a plan to remove stray cats from a historic seaside area in Puerto Rico, citing concerns about potential disease transmission.

November 27, 2023

Georgia animal control issues urgent adoption deadline as overcrowding threatens euthanasia for two dozen dogs

A Georgia animal control group has declared an urgent deadline, warning that overcrowding may lead to the euthanasia of two dozen dogs by November 30.

November 26, 2023

Couple claim eye antibiotic cured dog of mysterious illness sweeping America

A California couple are claiming their canine recovered from a potentially deadly disease after being treated with a lifesaving antibiotic.

November 26, 2023

Colorado hikers find lost dog on mountain trail 2 months after pet went missing

A Bernese mountain dog named Nova was found injured on a trail in Jefferson County, Colorado, nearly two months after going missing, authorities said.

November 25, 2023

After Thanksgiving, these are the worst leftovers for your dog — see the list

Wondering if it's safe to share Thanksgiving leftovers with your dog? The American Kennel Club and veterinarians share which foods can be given and which could pose a threat.

November 25, 2023

These holiday decorations and treats could pose a threat to pets, veterinarians warn

Christmas trees, lights and other holiday decorations can also pose a risk to your pets, according to the American Veterinary Medical Association. Several veterinarians shared tips on pet safety.