Dog Parks Offer Fun, but Veterinarian Says a Few Precautions Can Make Visits Even Better

A Kansas State University veterinarian says a few precautions can make trips to dog parks even more fun and safer for dogs and dog owners.

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Business Takes Aim at Pet's "Cone of Shame"

Like many business ideas, MBA graduate Chakri Paila’s startup solves a problem: protecting sick or injured pets from the dreaded “cone of shame.”

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Severe Case of the Cutes Cures Stress at Hopkins Nursing

Pets on Wheels rolls into Johns Hopkins Nursing, giving students hands-on proof of the healing power of animals, from Sandy Hook to the study hall.

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Driving with the Dog Not a Good Idea for Seniors

Senior drivers who always take a pet in the car are at increased risk for being involved in a motor vehicle collision, said UAB researchers. In a study published on on May 2, 2013, the research team said both overall and at-fault crash rates for drivers 70 years of age or older were higher for those whose pet habitually rode with them.

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More Fat, Less Protein Improves Canine Olfactory Abilities

From sniffing out bombs and weapons to uncovering criminal evidence, dogs can help save lives and keep the peace. Now, researchers have uncovered how to improve dogs' smelling skills through diet, by cutting protein and adding fats.

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Diagnosis and Treatment Now Possible for Osteoarthritic Cats

Scientists at the University of Montreal’s Quebec Research Group in Animal Pharmacology have found a way to recognize and treat osteoarthritis in cats – a condition that the owner might not notice and that can make even petting painful.

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Misconceptions About a Popular Pet Treat

A popular dog treat, the "bully stick," could be adding more calories than pet owners realize, and possibly be contaminated by bacteria, according to a study published this month by researchers at the Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University and the University of Guelph.

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Expert: Banning Cats as Pets May Have Unintended Negative Consequences

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Winter Brings New Challenges for Keeping Man's Best Friend Active, Comfortable

University veterinarian gives dog owners tips and advice about how to keep their canine friends warm and comfortable during winter weather.

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Researchers Find High Estrogen-Mimicking Chemical Concentrations in Dog Training Batons

Concentrations of BPA less in common dog toys.

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