It’s a sad sign of the recession: according to a recent survey, more than 80% of animal shelters and rescue groups say they have taken in pets that were given up because of job losses or other money problems. Other cat or dog owners may be trying to cut spending by skipping veterinary exams, a [...]

It’s nearly summer. Time for a vacation. Every year around this time a strange, beautiful sound, like a choir of angels, fills the air. It beckons me out of the house and, strangely, into my car. What is it? Ah yes, it’s the call of the open road! Whether I drive to the mountains, the [...]

When it comes to my dog, I’m pretty devoted. I always want the best for him. But, like most people, I’m not an expert. I learn a lot by talking to various people; my vet, the dog trainer, other dog owners, etc. The other day, in an online chat room for pet owners, I met [...]

Unless you live in a cave someplace, the economy affects almost every aspect of your life, including your family pets: your beloved dog or cat.

It was my dog’s groomer that brought it to my attention: my Labradoodle, Murphy, had just gotten a sleek trim for summer when the groomer and I were chatting. “He sure is a big boy,” she said. “I know!” I said with pride. One of the largest Labradoodles I’ve seen, he’s just a few inches [...]

Consider becoming a foster dog home and helping great companions find new homes. It is truly an uplifting experience to adopt a pet, get it ready for a new home and a wonderful feeling watching the new owner and pet bond.