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Pig in Australia Steals 18 Beers from Campers, Gets Drunk, Fights Cow

Craig ONeal, FlickrForget crocodiles and snakes, the real animal threat in Australia is wild pigs. At least if you’re campingAt a campground in Western Australia over the weekend, a feral pig guzzled down 18 beers that had been left out improperly secured. And just like anyone 18 beers in at a rural dive bar, the pig got big-headed and decided to start a fight with a cow, resulting in the cow chasing the pig around a car.“In the middle of…

Top Ten Things Not to Do When Boarding your Pet

Photo: www.mollythecatlady.com The inspiration for this list is the fact that a lot of folks are traveling for the holidays. Not every pet is comfortable with going along, so many owners place thei…

Why this veterinarian is volunteering in Ukraine

Veterinarian Courtney Katsur of Annandale, Va., is traveling to Romania's border with Ukraine, where she will bring medical supplies and spend two weeks caring for animals affected by the war in Ukraine.

It’s time to spay and neuter your pets

Each year when the weather warms pets give birth to a new progeny of cute baby animals. But often these additional mouths to feed end up at the local animal shelter, offered in parking lots and sometimes dumped in neighborhoods. The best way to reduce the number of unwanted animals is to have your pets […]

Is prescription pet food just a profit scheme? Lawsuit says it is

A North Carolina law firm is one of the primary drivers of a class action lawsuit that alleges prescription dog and cat food is a marketing scheme devised by pet food companies to pump up their profits.

7 Common Bath-Time Mistakes Pet Owners Make

If you're planning to give your cat or dog a bath, it's best to avoid these common grooming mistakes.

Easy Ways to Help Your Local Animal Shelter

Why You Should Adopt a Dog From a Shelter

If you’re looking to add another member to your family, you should adopt a dog from a shelter. There are thousands of dogs looking for a forever home.

The Reality of Pet Ownership: When and Why it May Not Work Out

A pet may not be a safe idea, but if your senior loved one is interested in adopting a pet, this article can assist them in considering all of the lifestyle and health related factors that go into adopting a pet.