If you are tuning in to Puppy Bowl IV this afternoon, the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA)’s official team veterinarian, Elisa M. Mazzaferro will be on hand to promote regular pet checkups, provide helpful pet care advice and answer pet owners’ questions live via Twitter @HealthyPet…
For the sixth consecutive year, Animal Planet’s ” Puppy Bowl ” will premiere this Sunday, February 7, from 3-5 p.m. (ET/PT) on Animal Planet as an alternative (or accompaniment, depending on your relationship with football) to the Super Bowl.
(Be sure to join in the festivities by sharing your…
Groundhog Day was on Tuesday, but for me it zipped by just like any other day. When it finally occurred to me to look up Punxsutawney Phil’s “results” (was I the only one who didn’t sign up to get his text?) , I was hardly surprised to learn that we have six more weeks of winter in store….
The Humane Society of the United States ‘ documentary grant winner, “The Elephant in the Living Room” will have its world premiere on February 11, 2010 at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival . The documentary explores the problems surrounding exotic pet ownership in the United States…
I recently learned about a new product for pets: the Pet Anti-Breeding System or PABS — the first pet chastity belt . Sure, this kind of thing has never been too successful for us humans, but despite its bad name (or perhaps because of it, which is reminiscent of an unfortunate marriage…
While I’m perfectly calm around spiders and most insects (even the ones with WAY more legs than are necessary), the mere sight of a bee or wasp buzzing in my direction can send me into a state of panic. I was stung by a swarm of yellow jackets as a kid and have been slightly traumatized ever…
While I’m perfectly calm around spiders and insects of all varieties, the mere sight of a bee or wasp buzzing in my direction can send me into a state of panic. I was stung by a swarm of yellow jackets as a kid and have been slightly traumatized ever since. (I stumbled into a nest on a…
The condition of our teeth and gums says a lot about our overall health, and the same is true for our our furry friends. Tartar and gingivitis are two of the most common problems seen by veterinarians, and, if left untreated, these conditions can lead to gum disease, loss of teeth and even…
American Humane Certified demonstrated its new two-stage on-site and online humane handling training at the International Poultry Expo in Atlanta last week.
The humane training program focuses on best-handling practices, including the early recognition of behavior or health problems that…
For the 19th consecutive year, the Labrador Retriever has held on to its title as America’s “Top Dog,” according to the American Kennel Club ’s (AKC) 2009 registration statistics.
In a nod to watchdog breeds, the German Shepherd Dog overtook the Yorkshire Terrier to claim the spot of “second…