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The Herald-News presents this week's Pets of the Week. Read the caption of each photo to find out about that pet, including where he or she can be adopted.

Dozens of WRAL viewers took to social media to send us pictures of their pets on Easter. They were too cute not to share! Happy Easter!

April is Heartworm Disease Awareness Month. And as temperatures in South Florida begin their seasonal climb, so too does the population of insects ...

Sam and Charlie are young male and female cats available for adoption through Help for Homeless Pets.

Rising pet ownership will boost the global pet care industry to $202 billion by 2025. Why are more pet owners choosing cannabis for their furry companions?

The human race fulfills an evolutionary niche unlike any other creature in the observed universe. We sit at the top of every conceivable food chain and all other ...

Chocolate and other items in Easter baskets could make animals seriously ill, according to experts.

As we look toward planting season for our yards and gardens, it is important to think about how our plants will affect our beloved pets. We all know certain foods.

Would you believe us if we said that Joanie is still searching for a family? She is super affectionate and isn't afraid to ask for your attention. We can't figure out ...

On Saturday, 144 at-risk dogs and cats arrived at Boeing Field in Seattle to find their forever homes.

(Gray News) – As you're getting ready for Easter this weekend, keep your furry friends in mind. A lot of things associated with the holiday are potentially ...

SOUTHWEST RANCHES, Fla. (AP) — A dog found abandoned in Colorado has been returned to its family, nearly two years after it was stolen in Florida as a ...

The Portneuf River is overflowing its banks and more flooding is expected. The National Weather *Service* reported on Sunday morning that minor flooding is ...

Video: PPDR board members Robin Arnaud and Catherine Hegelsen and Brock, a shepherd mix who was rescued after Hurricane Florence. (Videography by ...

While millions of people spend their time glued to flipping through the social media pages of actors, musicians, models, athletes and YouTube vloggers, a new ...

As outreach efforts grow, concerns arise about allowing the homeless to adopt pets in the first place.

In honor of Pet Owners Independence Day, we try to answer your questions on whether you can really send your pet to work for a day.

Here are this week's available pets from the Humane Society of Lake County. To see more adoptable animals, go to www.humanelake.com.

BUTTE. Super playful. Marble is a 4-year-old longhaired female. She is super playful and gets along with other cats. If you are interested, call the Chelsea Bailey ...

For many companies, it seems "Bring Your Dog to Work Day" is a daily practice. Whether having pets in the workplace is a perk, or a problem depends on who ...

Cook County's Animal and Rabies Control reminds pet owners to be vigilant during coyote mating and whelping season. Coyote (stock photo) Coyotes are very ...

A study of coyote scat found the animals are attracted to fruit in gardens, where they are also finding cats and dogs.

(Gray News) – As you're getting ready for Easter this weekend, keep your furry friends in mind. A lot of things associated with the holiday are.

HORRY COUNTY, S. C. (WPDE) - Many spent time with family and friends celebrating the Easter holiday Sunday. For one family in the Forestbrook area, the ...

To the editor,. Wonderful to hear that North Dakota has passed the new *service* animal law. Now maybe "doctor's notes" telling gullible people that pets are ...

While it is hot, the best place for your pet is at home. They are comfortable there and can enjoy the creature comforts of their environment.

The most popular dogs in the U.S. are actually mixed-breed dogs — and a lot of them look like Labradors.

Fortnite's latest patch (v8.40) is here, bringing with it new limited time modes, a long list of gameplay changes, and, the ability to pet other people's pets. Yes, you ...

SOUTH BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) Channel 3's Christina Guessferd visited the Humane Society of Chittenden County to meet two fluffy cats benefiting from a ...

Dogs and cats of all ages, breeds and sizes are available through area animal rescues and shelters, as well as opportunities to help homeless animals through ...

Don't buy Easter ducklings, but if you do, don't dump them in Fountain City Lake.

Adopted: Wilma and Muffin were adopted from Pima Animal Care Center.

Meet Izzy and Rummy, two playful and friendly 5-month-old kittens. Come and meet these beauties in the kitten condo at PetSmart, 2101 Elmwood Avenue, ...

ORLANDO, Fla. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- The third week of March is national animal poison prevention week. The animal poison control center, or APCC, receives ...

Anakin is a very large cat, checking in at 22 pounds the last time his Rochester owner, Gretchen Mork, had him weighed.

The life of a professional tennis player is far less glamorous than what you see on TV. Players endure thousands of hours of travel and even more down time ...

Dogs. I love 'em. So when I saw “STAY” featured on the Facebook page of an Oklahoma public library that I follow, I knew I had to read it. Problem was, Joplin ...

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- Several furry pets are up for adoption this weekend. The devoted volunteer animal rescue groups listed below have dozens of animals ...

Bowie, 8, and Molly, 7, still have lots of love to give.

Pets can help with healthy aging by lowering stress, making people active and increasing fulfillment. Here are the benefits of having a pet.

Veterinarian Mari Delaney created an app for quick reference after treating a dog that got sick after its owner give it Aleve for pain.

Divorces have gone to the dogs. Custody disputes over our beloved “fur babies” have become so common in divorce negotiations that it has lead to a rise in ...

When a person is in a room by themselves basically, it's nice to have something that you feel is there with you."

One of the saddest songs in the American folk music canon is Peter, Paul, and Mary's 1963 smash hit, Puff, The Magic Dragon. In the unlikely case that you are ...

A robot pet for dementia can not only decrease agitation and aggression in people with dementia, it can also potentially help them form new memories.

Dear Cathy,. We just lost our beloved cat because she ate a lily flower. Could you remind your readers of the dangers of this plant to cats? Our hearts are broken, ...

DETROIT (WWJ) -- Have room in your heart and home for a new fur baby? There's no better time than the present to seek one out. The BISSELL Pet Foundation ...

Two local animal advocacy groups in Escambia and Santa Rosa Counties are providing free pet food for families whose incomes fall below the poverty line.

Pet owners in Cook County are urged to keep their companions safe as coyotes in the area look to feed their newborn pups in the next few weeks.

Millennials make up 35% of US pet owners and are spending more on pet food than any other generation, as premium pet food brands gain popularity.

Have room in your home and heart for one (or two!) of these deserving pets? They're all waiting to meet you at MSPCA Nevins Farm! 

Costa Mesa's OC Fair & Event Center hosts the return of the annual America's Family Pet Expo, a pet-centric entertainment and educational event designed for ...

Local veterinarians are seeing more cases of a condition called Pyometra in pets, but they say you can prevent it.

Experts recommend pet-safe cleaning products for common pet messes like shedding, scratching, and accidents. Picks include Furminator brush, Sticky Paws, ...

Robotic pets like Tombot, Paro and Sony's Aibo could help sooth elderly people with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia.

WASHINGTON (FOX 5 DC) - Howard University students say some of their neighbors have been using “The Yard,” which is the heartbeat of the historically black ...

This week Patty Spitler met with David Horth, the newest CEO of the Humane Society of Indianapolis. He took over the head job in January of 2019, but he's ...

More American pets are eating *fresh* food, like chicken, sweet potatoes, and spinach. Sales of *fresh* pet food in grocery stores and pet stores grew to about $546 ...

SIOUX CITY (KTIV) – With Easter this weekend, some Siouxlanders may be looking to adopt a real Easter Bunny. Before you 'hop' over to the animal shelter, ...

I first found out about Luna when my friend saw a flyer at Pagalo's Pizzeria, in Milan. After a phone call to the restaurant I was able to get in.

Heather Strock has owned Broadway's Canary Salon for almost six years. If you've had your hair cut there in the past year, you've likely seen Cali, the two year ...

If you're interested in adopting any of these pets, please contact the appropriate shelter, and not the Standard Times or SouthCoastToday.comHabitat For ...

With construction well underway, Universal Studios Hollywood finally confirmed that a new The Secret Life of Pets dark ride will open in the park next...

Residents in Brookhaven can now legally keep a pot-bellied pig as a pet in their homes. The City Council approved March 26 an ordinance to allow the ...

Annie. Annie: 4-year-old pointer mix; female. See pfpEastTexas.org or call/text Cheryl, (903) 261-5924. Mr. Crybaby. Mr. Crybaby: 10-year-old Chihuahua; male.

Nassau County pet owners can take advantage of a free spay/neuter program for a limited time. Participants may have to pay $10 for a county license.

Looking for a furry new family member to take home? On May 4, more than 100 shelters in the U.S. and Canada are offering pet adoptions for $25 as part of ...

A proposed ordinance has dog owners and fur trappers divided, as both sides worry about the balance of safety and land use rights around trails near ...

Amidst the measles crisis, anti-vax campaigns are starting to trickle through at the vet's office.

By BETH MUELLERUI College of Veterinary MedicineKnown for their bright, beautiful coloration and elaborate fin displays, betta fish, more accurately called ...

Last year, you chose a dog named Bobo as the cutest pet in Dallas. She beat out 700 other dogs and cats as well as a donkey, a squirrel, a kangaroo, and a ...

These pets are available for adoption from the Humane Society of Missouri. Hours and directions • hsmo.org. Because of the quick turnaround time of these ...

This is Buddy, he's an 8-year-old Burmese mountain dog mix who's looking for his forever home. He's great with kids, other dogs, and cats, according to Carolyn ...

Although they are cute and cuddly, some residents are letting the public know that rabbits are more than just an Easter gift for a child. Unlike common pets like ...

PHOENIX (FOX 10) - A Valley Girl Scout is earning her Gold Award one bag of dog food at a time. And Jacey's Gold Project has grown to something no one ...

WINNBAGO COUNTY, Ill. (WIFR) - More adoption and less euthanasia is the outcome Winnebago County Animal Services has seen over the past few months.

Until you've actually had a pet of your own, it's hard to understand what that bond is like. You learn their quirks; they learn your rhythms. And whether you've had ...

Overall, pet ownership is great for your health. Lowering your blood pressure, reducing allergies in children and keeping you active are proven benefits.

El Paso County's canine residents have two new reasons to wag their tails. This spring, the county is welcoming pets and their owners to a pair of new dog parks ...

BARC will have microchips on sale for $10 April 14th-21st at BARC's wellness clinic located at 3200 Carr Street.

If you're a dog mom or a cat dad or anything in between, your pet is your baby. You love 'em like your own and you're not ashamed to say it. We could go on and ...

The Bonne Terre City Council again discussed the emotional support animal policy that was tabled from the March meeting.

A study found that 1 in 35 animals examined in the last 45 days in Salinas was diagnosed with heartworm.

Held annually on April 11, National Pet Day is not only devoted to the pets we already own or have as family members but also to those waiting for a home.

An animated movie about the life of pets will become the inspiration for one of the newest attractions at Universal Studios Hollywood. The theme parks plans to ...

JACKSON, MI – The Jackson County Animal Shelter, 3770 Spring Arbor Road, has many pets available for adoption. Here are two of them. Hailey is an ...

Whether you bathe and brush them at home, send them to a spa day or have the spa come to you, Nashville is full of pampering options for your pet.

Nancy from the St. Joseph County Humane Society joined us in the studio with an adorable pet that can be yours -- Laura needs a home! The Humane Society ...

It's not just San Francisco's population of homeless people that's so troubling. Many residents of the street have pets, too. Richard Swerdlow has this Perspective ...

A collection of videos from our Seahawks Pets series in honor of National Pet Day.

Victims of domestic violence can be hesitant to leave their abusers for many reasons, including the refusal to leave their pets behind in a violent environment.

On this week's Pet Doc with Nikki Burdine, we learn some of the signs and symptoms of joint pain from our pet expert Dr. Staci Cannon that we can watch out for ...

The Slate Belt Animal Advocacy Group recently presented the emergency crews with animal-sized recovery oxygen masks.

Nashville's historic growth is bringing roughly 66 people a day to the city. Their pets are part of the party, too.

A Miller County woman has been charged with 16 counts of animal cruelty after hundreds of exotic animals, including snakes and lizards, were taken from her ...

Boston firefighters said they had to help two people out of a burning home in Roslindale on Wednesday evening. The pair were disoriented by heavy smoke and ...

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Two family pets died in a fire early Friday morning at a split-level house in Reynoldsburg.

The saga of a missing cat in Portland over the weekend highlighted the issues with making a wild creature into a pet.

Want to save the life of a shelter pet and bring a new best friend into your home? There are hundreds of adoptable cats and dogs awaiting a new home. Here are ...