Animal Control Officers: A Pet's Best Defense
April 24, 2009
The stereotype of the 1930s "dog catcher" is as outdated as silent movies.
The Cat
April 24, 2009
Kitty celebs, both real and fictitious, litter American history, proving that the feline mystique really is the cat's meow. Here's a look at some cats that've gone down in history!
Morris the Cat: The cat with nine lives is said to be the most famous cat in America. The fourteen pound orange tabby rescued from a Chicago animal shelter was the spokesperson …Read more »
Top Dog: Canines in History
April 24, 2009
Here's a look at dogs who've gone down in history!
Pavlov's Dogs: Pavlov's dogs are best known for their help in the discovery of the phenomenon now known as classical conditioning.
Pal: Pal played Lassie in Lassie Come Home, a movie based on the novel written by Eric Knight.
Smart Tips to Make Your Pet Budget Go Further
April 24, 2009
Is the economy nipping at your wallet? Make your pet budget go further with these handy tips:
Reduce Your Pet's Carbon Paw Print: ''Leave No Trace''
April 24, 2009
Going green? Well don’t leave your pets in the dark ages! Each month we’ll give you a new tip that helps people and their pets make a positive impact on the environment.
Green Paw Print Tip #1: Protect wildlife.
For dogs
Suspect Animal Abuse? Ways You Can Help
April 24, 2009
If you witnessed animal abuse, would you know what to do?
Did You Know ... The First Cat Litter was Made for Chickens?
April 24, 2009
The first clay-based kitty litter was originally marketed as poultry nesting material. Ed Lowe of Cassopolis, Michigan, created a clay pellet mixture called Fuller's Earth, but local farmers weren't buying it. On a cold January day in 1948, Kay Draper - desperate because the sand that she used to fill her cat's litter box was frozen solid - gave Lowe's …Read more »
Did You Know ... FIV was Discovered in California?
April 24, 2009
Feline immunodeficiency virus was first discovered in a California cattery in 1986. Since then, doctors have found FIV in every country where they've tested for the virus. Cats that test positive for FIV may also test positive for feline leukemia virus.
Choosing a Good Vet for Your Pet
April 24, 2009
A good veterinarian will help you with many different concerns you may have about your pet from the appropriate diet, to the appropriate vaccinations, their general health and any behavioral problems you may experience with your pet. Therefore, it's important to find a vet you feel comfortable with in caring for your pet. This article gives you some pointers on …Read more »
