Pets

A dog in Turkey followed an ambulance which was taking his owner to the hospital and sat outside for days waiting for his owner to be released.

What does it mean when your dog pulls its ears back, licks its lips, or yawns? Ross was paws-itive he knew all the answers to certified dog trainer Michelle Stern’s dog behavior quiz, but learned a new thing or two about how to interpret body language when it comes to our four-legged friends.

Ben & Jerry’s isn’t just for people anymore. The venerable Vermont ice cream company said Monday it’s introducing a line of frozen dog treats, its first foray into the lucrative pet food market. Doggie Desserts, sold in 4-ounce cups, go on sale in U.S. groceries and pet stores later this month. The treats are made with a base of...

Ten months into quarantines and working from home because of the pandemic, household pets’ lives and relationships with humans have in many cases changed, and not always for the better.

Sometime in 2021, for many in the United States more than a year after pandemic restrictions began, most American workers and students will return to campuses, offices and other workplaces. Left behind will be pets who have become accustomed to humans staying home with them.

The super-rich take security very seriously, and they’re willing to spend a fortune to feel safe. In some cases, that means investing in highly trained super-dogs that cost more than a house. With a single command, these four-legged bodyguards can go from cute and cuddly to a bad guy’s worst nightmare, and the price of this unique protection can cost...

More Americans welcomed furry additions to their families this year, and many of those new pet parents are planning to give them a very merry first Christmas. NBC’s Liz McLaughlin reports.

With the spike in pet adoptions during the coronavirus pandemic, pet businesses, big and small, are experiencing a spike in sales.

Dogs have been man’s best friend for thousands of years. And they have one of man’s most important jobs – serving our nation’s heroes. Rory Diamond is the CEO of K9s for Warriors, an organization that places service dogs with veterans suffering from PTSD or other trauma.

Say goodbye to emotional-support animals in airplane cabins

The Department of Transportation issued a new rule Wednesday that when it comes to air travel, only dogs can be considered service animals.

Holiday dinner spreads can carry many potential risks for your pets. Here are the foods that should never be fed as scraps

Millions on TikTok are fascinated by a Sheepadoodle named Bunny, who is using a soundboard to “talk.” Bunny’s owner, Alexis Devine, joined LX News to share how her 15-month-old pup became involved in budding research into animal cognition and what she has discovered along the way.

The big-box retailer is expanding its pet category by offering insurance through Petplan and connecting people to sitters or dog walkers through Rover.

Like other boisterous holidays, Halloween can be a dangerous time for domestic animals, and local animal services officials are reminding the public how to keep their furry friends safe Saturday night.

People often use laser pointers to play with their cats, but it may not be the best way to have fun with your cat. Certified cat behavior consultant Marilyn Krieger explains why.

October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Emmy winner Tamron Hall is partnering with Purina to increase the number of pet friendly domestic abuse shelters in the country.

There are a lot of ways dogs can get hurt or sick on Halloween. Here are some tips on keeping them safe.

With growing reports of animals being diagnosed with COVID-19, many owners are wondering if their pets can pass the virus to their family. CEO of Animal Policy Group Mark Cushing insists that there is no need to take extra precautions as the risk of animals spreading the virus to people is extremely low.

An organization in Lebanon has been helping reunite owners and pets after a large explosion decimated Beirut, killing at least 170 people and making over 300,000 homeless