From vacation locations to their social calendars and even their working schedule, the average dog owner makes 27 decisions a month based on their pet. That’s according to a new survey of 2,000 dog owners that examined all the ways our dogs influence our day-to-day lives. The average dog parent has to call off social … Read more
Hot dogs won’t be the only ones roasting this Fourth of July weekend. While you’re flipping franks and catching rays, your furry friend might be getting fried — and too much sun can bring some seriously ruff consequences. But don’t sweat it: The Post fetched expert advice from two veterinarians on how to keep your … Read more
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. It isn’t July Fourth without hot dogs, but to be more specific, it isn’t July Fourth without the traditional Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest. After missing last year’s contest, 16-time … Read more
A new meta-analysis from the University of Washington suggests that no amount of processed food is safe to consume. Researchers analyzed 77 different studies to gauge the link between certain amounts of these foods and common chronic diseases. “Habitual consumption of even small amounts of processed meat, sugary drinks and trans fatty acids is linked to increased … Read more
A lifestyle and culinary icon recently took a firm position on the age-old debate of whether ketchup belongs on hot dogs or not. Martha Stewart, founder of Martha Stewart Living, expressed her opinion in an Instagram reel on June 17. “I love hot dogs with the works,” Stewart said in the video. She added, “It has to … Read more
Terrible tattoos are timeless, but as of late, it seems like more and more inked-up individuals are taking to the Internet to share their strange, questionable and sometimes even trashy tattoos. Between Gen-Z’s recent revival of the tramp stamp and a Swiss woman’s viral $600 Red Bull barcode tattoo, social media users seem to agree … Read more
Hold onto your buns, Joey Chestnut is back. The competitive eating superstar will take part in this year’s Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Competition on Coney Island on July 4th after missing out on the event last year over a dispute related to a sponsorship deal Chestnut had with another hot dog brand. Major League Eating … Read more
Fur real. Just when you thought dogs couldn’t get any better, a new study has found that having a canine companion as a kid can offer the ulti-mutt protection from an annoying skin condition. The same benefits did not extend to cat ownership. Just when you thought you couldn’t love Fido more. nuzza11 – stock.adobe.com … Read more
DEAR ABBY: A man I know has been married for 40 years. His wife gets mad at him for small things and stops talking to him for three to four months at a time. Also, he will make her supper, and she’ll make something else. Or she will make supper and quickly put it in … Read more
If your job has you feeling tense, your dog might be feeling it too. A new study published in Scientific Reports finds that stress from work can affect your dog at home. The research, led by Tanya Mitropoulos and Allison Andrukonis, shows that when dog owners dwell on work problems after hours, a habit known … Read more
These influencers should be put in the doghouse. A disturbing new TikTok trend — where clueless owners dump buckets of ice water on their unsuspecting pups — is drawing widespread outrage from animal lovers, who are barking mad over what they call a “cruel” and “appalling” stunt. The so-called “#barkyourmindchallenge” is a twisted take on … Read more
In a moment that could only be described as “Peak 2025,” a woman walking her robotic dog through the streets of New York City was forced to gain control of her metal mutt after it lunged at a real dog. In a clip posted to social media, a woman wearing stilettos can be seen strutting … Read more
Is your dog more popular than you? A new study suggests dogs are hanging out with their own friends more than you hang out with your own. The poll of 2,000 U.S. dog parents found 54% believe their dogs have their own friend groups among other dogs. Sixty-nine percent of them said their dog even … Read more
When a Tennessee mother of five received her college degree on May 9, she couldn’t see her family cheering in the audience – because she is completely blind. Even so, as Amanda Juetten, 47, crossed the stage to accept her degree – magna cum laude – from Tennessee Tech University, she was more certain than ever about … Read more
Most fur parents foresee that welcoming a new baby is a huge adjustment for everyone, including four-legged family members. Luckily, there’s people like dog trainer Shir, who is passionate about helping pet owners create safe, harmonious homes. Especially when children enter the mix. She’s now warned that one of the most overlooked dangers in a family home, is when the dog gets … Read more
A woman has a bone to pick after her mother-in-law told her she wasn’t a mother. Jenny says her two fur babies do in fact make her a mom worthy of celebrating, even on Mother’s Day. Taking to Reddit, with the username InitialSong2898, her mother-in-law (let’s call her Song), explained the situation. She wanted to know if she’d crossed a line. … Read more
Nine in 10 dog owners claim their dog’s health is “just as” or “even more” important than their own. A new poll of 1,900 U.S. dog owners found 52% claimed their dog’s health is just as important as their own health, while another 41% said their dog’s health is even more important than their own. … Read more
Frequent flyers of the friendly skies are not feeling this fox and her huge hound. Curses and epithets are being hurled at a social media smoke-show who hauled her humongous Great Dane, an alleged service animal, onto an airplane. Pietra Luccas, a fashion influencer from San Francisco, is currently in the eye of the internet’s ire for … Read more
It’s just doggone bad luck. Doctors discovered a cyst twice the size of a tennis ball in the pelvis of a pregnant woman who was rushed to the hospital following months of abdominal pain. One veterinarian has issued a warning over a habit treasured by dog owners over fear of tapeworm infection. Ben Ali et … Read more
Nearly half of dog owners say their pet has a “meal ritual” — and some of them are extreme. That’s according to a survey of 2,000 dog owners, which found 44% said their pet performs a precise routine or behavior at mealtime. From whining or barking (21%) and jumping up and down (21%) to doing … Read more