PHOENIX (AZFamily) — Right now, it’s kitten season as litters of adorable kitties pop up across the alley. While their sweet little faces may be irresistible, some Valley nonprofits are urging people not to “kit-nap” them! In 2022, Arizona Animal Welfare League rescued over 1,900 cats, with over 1,200 being kittens. Many local shelters, including AAWL, are overwhelmed with kittens and … Read more
A total solar eclipse is coming on Monday, April 8, and it’s time to get prepared with your special glasses. And if you’re a pet owner, you might want to prepare for their safety, too. Whether you’re traveling to view the solar eclipse or staying home, you might be wondering how to properly prepare your … Read more
Topline As millions of people across North America prepare to watch the Great American Eclipse, experts told Forbes how to safely enjoy the solar eclipse and how to keep pets and children safe too. A woman observing a solar eclipse with her poodle in Hangzhou , China. Visual China Group via Getty Images Key Facts … Read more
When Josh Kilroy was a toddler, he was bitten on the face by his family’s pet dog. A few years later, he was jumping on a neighbour’s trampoline when their dog “launched” and bit him on the back — and wouldn’t let go. “I was petrified from here on out of dogs until I was … Read more
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – When we talk about preparing for the cold, you hear the Weather Authority team talk about protecting the P’s: people, pipes, plants, and pets. EPIC Outreach, an organization that uses animals to help people, shared these tips with us on how you can better protect your pets. Tips for protecting pets from … Read more
Cold temperatures, ice, and gusty winds can be just as dangerous for pets as they are for humans. Pet owners should take steps to keep their animals safe from dangerous winter weather. Freezing temperatures can have a “significant negative impact” on animal’s health, which could include hypothermia, frostbite, and death, according to Michigan Humane. —> … Read more
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – If you’re a pet owner, you’re probably concerned about recent news spreading about a mysterious respiratory illness in dogs that’s spreading across the country, especially since there’s a possibility that it has made its way to Florida. Doctor Stan Hill is the Chief Medical Officer for the Jacksonville Humane Society. “There’s a … Read more