Kaley Cuoco is facing backlash after she recalled the “excruciating decision” she made to rehome her beloved pet dog. On Monday, Cuoco took to social media to explain her reasoning behind rehoming her pet while announcing her dog’s death. “Most of you know I had [Shirley] for many, many, many years,” Cuoco began in a … Read more
Now this is a “dog”-gone shame — faux real. Fashionistas on the market for an inexpensive, cruelty-free accessory might be barking up the wrong tree if they purchase the same necklace as a dissatisfied Temu customer, who claims the pendant on her costume jewelry is actually a rank animal’s tooth. “What the hell, Temu? What the hell?” … Read more
A controversial photo of a dog sitting inside a shopping cart has sparked intense debate among shoppers. On Sunday, the dog, which appears to be a Staffy, was spotted in a Brisbane Coles while its owner browsed the aisles. The person who snapped the photo shared it on a local Reddit forum, referring to the dog lightheartedly … Read more
It’s like Soho House — for dogs. A first-of-its-kind, all-in-one canine club is bringing bone-a-fido luxury to the Big Apple’s four-legged elites beginning next week. For an eye-popping $1,350 a month, Happy Tails’ ‘fur’st class members will have access to a variety of accommodations, including posh puppy playgrounds and obstacle courses, grooming, pet-friendly wine, a … Read more
It could be the kiss of death. Mistletoe is beloved by millions of Americans during the holiday season, with lovers locking lips beneath the festive and flirtatious flora. But before you deck your halls, consider the threat the decoration poses to your pets. “Mistletoe berries are super toxic — they can cause a heart attack … Read more
They’re multiplying. Twenty-four years after Dolly the sheep — the first mammal to ever be successfully cloned from an adult cell — was born in Scotland, business is booming for pet cloning in the United States. “Cloning is growing as fast as we can effectively manage the growth,’’ said Blake Russell, the president of ViaGen. … Read more
A dog struck down with a chronic cough after inhaling grass was saved when his owners noticed he wasn’t ‘singing along’ to Shania Twain. Five-year-old Border Collie Jax loves howling to the country star’s hits including ‘Man! I Feel Like A Woman’ and ‘That Don’t Impress Me Much.’ When the musical pooch suddenly lost his … Read more
Owning a dog could give you a new leash on life. A 2019 study out of Sweden linked dog ownership to an increase in physical activity and social support and a lower risk of premature death following a heart attack or stroke. Though other research has cast doubt on the direct effect of pets on … Read more
They fight for our freedoms but often struggle to live their own lives freely due to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Roughly 7% of all US service veterans have PTSD, with symptoms such as severe anxiety, sleep disturbances and agoraphobia. For some struggling vets, a service dog proves invaluable. “He’s totally changed my life,” said Tarik … Read more
Kirk Herbstreit shared the devastating news Thursday that he had to put down his beloved Golden Retriever, Ben, following a battle with cancer. “This is really hard to write but so many of you have loved and cared about Ben that I wanted to let you know. We found out today the cancer had spread … Read more
Man’s best friend has some expensive taste. Louis Vuitton is giving dogs a taste of luxury with its latest $60,000 dog house, which is designed with a monogram-coated canvas exterior. Pharrell Williams, Louis Vuitton’s Men’s Creative Director, transformed the “Kennel Trunk” from a conventional hard-sided case into a doghouse even owners wouldn’t mind lounging in. … Read more
Howl-oween is here. A pet expert is warning humans about the innocent ways we may be placing fur family members in harms way on the spookiest night of the year. From treats to decorations to adorable doggo costumes, the things we love the most about the holiday could pose a risk to our four-legged friends. … Read more
From a winning lottery ticket to their owner’s social security card and a stick of butter — here are the strangest things dogs have eaten. A survey of 2,000 American dog owners asked respondents about their dogs’ diet: the good, the bad and the weird. A box of tampons, the spackle on the walls and … Read more
One dog is lending a paw to Florida communities affected by Hurricane Milton in a heartwarming way. The golden retriever, named Ben, is owned by the Chasse family. Olivia Chasse and her daughter Charlotte Chasse thought Ben, a retired therapy dog, would be able to help people who lost their homes during the storm. Olivia said her family’s home in Vero Beach, Florida, … Read more
This Roomba was rolling in deep. A rueful pooch was in the doghouse after an automated smart vacuum hoovered up its feces, as seen in a craptastic video with over 1.8 million views. The owner Chris Fanning frequently films the exploits of his golden retriever Topher for his over 157,000 followers on Instagram, Jam Press … Read more
Dog owners working in an office are in a ruff situation. With more employers requiring additional in-office days per week, workers are saying goodbye to remote life — and being guilted by Fido more often. As more Big Apple pups are home alone, NYC dog walkers and sitters are once again booming in business, with … Read more
This pup had a ruff day. Dogs like to sniff around and get a bite of anything they can get their paws on. But after a Colorado dog found a colorful snack, Orbeez, he ended up pooping out a rainbow of colorful balls. In a video posted to TikTok by the vet tech, the dog … Read more
Crocs have garnered a cult fandom, and now fans can get them for their furry friends. The brand announced the release of Pet Crocs, a version of the classic clog made for your dog. Crocs announced the release of Pet Crocs, a version of the classic clog made for your dog. Crocs, Inc. Crocs said … Read more
DEAR ABBY: I own a lake cabin and enjoy hosting friends and relatives. Even though I don’t have a pet myself, I like animals and don’t mind if people ask to bring their dogs, because the ground floor is linoleum that’s easy to clean when the inevitable sand and water get tracked in. Last year, … Read more
A fed-up Sydney dog owner forced to clean what she believes to be human excrement off her pooches has called out Bondi’s “public poopers”. Julia Sakr regularly walks her dogs through the beachside suburb, and says the occasion is often ruined by the sighting of “human s–t”. The woman says she knows it is human … Read more