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Bradley Cooper's movie star pooch has become a doggy diva
Bradley Cooper's movie star dog has become a diva.
The 50-year-old actor features alongside his pooch Charlie in his new movie Is This Thing On? and he revealed that the canine has got "cocky" since his previous award-winning turn in the acclaimed 2018 remake of A Star Is Born - where he starred alongside his owner and Lady Gaga.
Speaking at a...Read more
The rise of pet-vaccine hesitancy -- and why it matters
Vaccine resistance in the United States isn’t limited to people. Alongside skepticism toward routine childhood and some adult vaccines, veterinarians are seeing the same hesitation spread to pets. What was once a routine part of preventive care has become a fraught interaction — and the implications extend well beyond animal health.
The ...Read more
Trained to serve: Service dogs' roles are expanding to help more people
In short order, Teddy — a bright-eyed and bushy-tailed 3-year-old yellow Lab — punched a wall button with his nose, yanked a rope to open a kitchen cabinet door and tugged a walker across the floor.
After each feat, trainer Emma Hetrick rewarded Teddy with a well-earned piece of kibble. With just a few months to go before graduation, Teddy ...Read more
Ask The Vet: Small Dogs Live Longer Than Large Dogs
Q: Among the dogs I've had over the years, my small dogs lived longer than my large dogs. Is this generally true? If so, why?
A: Yes, it's true, though no one is completely sure why.
When you think about the many species of mammals, you realize that large mammals live longer than small mammals. For example, elephants live much longer than mice...Read more
My Pet World: A Thanksgiving thank you to our pets
This Thanksgiving, as you count your blessings, why not take a moment to include the dogs, cats, birds and other pets who share your life?
They remind us every day of what gratitude truly looks like – unconditional love, quiet companionship, and joy in simply being by our side.
But while the holidays bring joy to us, they can also bring ...Read more
Paris Hilton passing down love for animals to kids
Paris Hilton's animals are teaching her kids to become loving and caring people.
The 44-year-old media personality has a special affection for pets - particularly dogs - and she wanted to "instill" that in her two-year-old son Phoenix and two-year-old daughter London.
Paris - who currently has five dogs, the latest being a puppy called ...Read more
A $100,000 robot dog is becoming standard in policing -- and raising ethical alarms
Spot, the four-legged robot from Boston Dynamics Inc., is perhaps best known for its viral dance routines to songs like “Uptown Funk.” But beyond its playful antics, Spot’s ability to climb stairs and open doors signals a potentially controversial role as a policing tool.
Five years after its commercial debut, the 75-pound, German ...Read more
Jennifer Lawrence annoyed by canine co-star in Die My Love
Jennifer Lawrence has admitted the dog in Die My Love "annoyed the s***" out of her.
The 35-year-old beauty stars in the movie as an isolated woman struggling with postpartum depression and while she isn't a fan of pooches, her co-star Robert Pattinson felt their canine companion - who intentionally had to bark a lot to annoy Jennifer's ...Read more
Ask The Vet: Yowling Common in Elderly Cats
Q: Mr. Poo Poo Head, our 15-year-old cat, has started yowling to come into the house every night. He eats diced beef, chicken and tuna, and he's healthy and active. His behavior is annoying, so we'd appreciate your advice.
A: Yowling is common among elderly cats. The causes are numerous, so it's important to determine what's prompting the ...Read more
How a GOP CBD Crackdown Could Affect America’s Pets
Learn how a GOP CBD crackdown could affect America’s pets as owners face shrinking wellness options. As conversations in Republican-led states and within segments of the party intensify around restricting access, one group often left out of the debate is America’s beloved animals. Here is how a GOP CBD crackdown could affect America’s ...Read more
My Pet World: How to comfort anxious dogs and restless cats
Dear Cathy,
My 3-year-old rescue beagle, Millie, howls every time I leave the house, even if it’s just to take out the trash. My neighbors say she cries the entire time I’m gone from the house. I’ve tried leaving the TV or radio on, but nothing seems to help. How can I get her to feel calmer when I’m not home?
— Janet, Patchogue, New...Read more
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Food Aggression in Dogs: Why it Happens and How to Safely Address It
Food aggression in dogs can be startling for owners, especially when it appears suddenly in an otherwise gentle companion. But veterinarians and behaviorists say the behavior is common, highly manageable and usually rooted in fear rather than true hostility. Understanding why dogs guard food — and how to respond — can transform mealtimes ...Read more
Why Pets Dream — And What Their Twitching Actually Means
If you’ve ever watched your dog paddling invisible oceans in her sleep, or your cat’s whiskers flicking as though she’s tracking prey across the savannah of her imagination, you’ve witnessed one of the most captivating mysteries in animal behavior: the dreaming mind of a pet.
Most owners know the signs — paws kicking, ears twitching, ...Read more
Cannabis and Pets: What Owners Need to Know Before Reaching for the Edibles
As cannabis becomes more common in American households — from gummies and tinctures to CBD oils lining boutique shelves — pet owners have begun wondering whether their anxious dog or arthritic cat might benefit from the same products people use. Online forums overflow with testimonials, DIY dosing charts, and hopeful anecdotes.
But ...Read more
The Secrets of Catnip: Why a Simple Plant Turns Cats Into Furry Comedians
Every cat owner has seen it: the quiet housecat transforms into a rolling, writhing, blissed-out creature the moment a pinch of catnip hits the floor. One sniff, and the rehearsed aloofness disappears. Cats shake their heads, flop over, bunny-kick invisible foes, or enter a trance-like state of pure feline joy.
But what *is* catnip, and why ...Read more
How to choose winter gear for pets -- warmth without the wobble
As temperatures drop, many pet owners turn to sweaters, coats and other winter gear in hopes of keeping their dogs — and occasionally their cats — warm and comfortable. But the pet-clothing market has grown so rapidly that shelves now overflow with fleece pullovers, insulated parkas, rain shells, paw booties and even full-body snowsuits. The...Read more
Ask The Vet: Excessive Sun Exposure Causes Sunburn and Skin Cancer in Dogs
Q: I recently adopted Rosie, a greyhound who is mostly white. Earlier this summer, she was out in the sun too long and got sunburned. When we go on vacation together later this summer, I'll try to keep her inside as much as possible between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., but I'm worried about sunburn. Is dog sunscreen available? Can dogs get skin cancer ...Read more
My Pet World: The 'hangry' pug — Helping your dog lose weight without feeling cruel
Dear Cathy,
My vet says my pug, Toby, needs to lose five pounds, but he acts like he’s starving all the time. I’ve already cut back on his treats and reduced his food portions, but he just stares at me and follows me all through the house with those sad eyes until I cave. How can I help him slim down without feeling like I’m being cruel? ...Read more
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- Bradley Cooper's movie star pooch has become a doggy diva
- The rise of pet-vaccine hesitancy -- and why it matters
- Trained to serve: Service dogs' roles are expanding to help more people
- A $100,000 robot dog is becoming standard in policing -- and raising ethical alarms
- Paris Hilton passing down love for animals to kids




























